The benefits of using Dry Film Lubricants instead of Liquid Lubricants

 

Dry film lubricants are used in arduous applications where the use of liquid lubricants, such as greases and oils, has proven unsuccessful. Liquid lubricants only perform well in certain conditions provided that there are sufficient quantities of lubricant present, and they can fail in cases of migration, excessive loads, excessive temperature or servicing neglect. In contrast, dry film bonded lubricants remain in place and are effective in extreme and adverse conditions.

 

 

What are Dry Film Lubricants?

 

Dry film lubricants are based on molybdenum disulphide, graphite, fluorocarbons and fluoropolymers combined with high performance resins and binders which are tailored to suit a wide range of performance requirements.

 

Molybdenum disulphide based coatings are used for friction reduction and control particularly where high loads and low speed are a factor. The reduction in friction and consistency of lubrication improves resistance to wear that naturally results from two surfaces moving in contact with one another.