Krytox™ GPL (general purpose lubricants) oils, which are formulated to provide a cost-effective base oil for industrial applications. Krytox™ XHT (extreme high temperature) oils, which have additional treatment to make them more thermally stable at temperatures over 300 °C (572 °F).
What type of lube is Krytox?
A Lubricant for Any Application
Krytox™ GPL greases are synthetic perfluoropolyether- (PFPE-) based oil, thickened with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) powder to create a white, nontoxic grease that provides excellent lubrication in demanding applications.
Is Krytox a PTFE?
Krytox is a registered trademark of The Chemours Company.In addition to PFPE, Krytox grease also contains telomers of PTFE and in fact was designed as a liquid or grease form of PTFE. It is thermally stable, nonflammable (even in liquid oxygen), and insoluble in water, acids, bases, and most organic solvents.
What kind of lube is Krytox 205G0?
grease lubricant
205G0 is a grease lubricant and takes the standard, thicker grade 2 variant and thins it out to transform into the perfect consistency for keyboard enthusiast use. 205G0 is recommended for linear switches but with very light application, this lube may be used for any tactile switch.
Is Krytox food grade grease?
Krytox™ lubricants comply fully with USDA performance standards for designated uses. These lubricant products are not intended to be used as direct food additives.
Is Krytox a silicone?
No. Krytox™ oils and greases do not contain any silicones, and no silicone is used in the manufacturing process.
Is Krytox safe?
Because Krytox™ food grade lubricants are essentially inert, they are safe to use with most metals, plastics, and seal materials, and they are completely resistant to water and steam.
Is Krytox lube toxic?
Krytox Grease is non-toxic, has no chlorine content or hazardous VOC materials, is odorless and silicone-free in formulation.
What is Krytox lube made of?
Krytox™ oils are made from only fluorine, carbon, and oxygen—a mixture of compounds collectively known by many names—including PFPE, perfluoroalkylether (PFAE), and perfluoropolyalkylether (PFPAE) .
Is Krytox conductive?
Krytox™ oils provide long life and high-temperature stability and lubrication.The Krytox™ GPL 246 grease at 40 °C (104 °F) has conductivity of 0.272 watts/m°K. Because Krytox™ GPL 246 is formulated with our Krytox™ GPL 106 base oil, it retains many of the properties of that oil.
Can I lube stabilizers with Krytox?
Krytox XTH-BDZ (Grease)
This is what makes the XTH-BDZ special, it excels at lubing stabs, but is unsuited to lube switches, springs, and other components. We recommend applying Krytox XTH-BDZ on: Stabilizers.
Is Krytox a 205g0?
Krytox GPL 205 GRADE 0 (205g0) is a very thick semi-fluid grease manufactured by The Chemours Company. 205g0 is typically only recommended for linear switches like the Cherry MX Black or Gateron Ink. 205g0 is also highly recommended for keyboard stabilizers.
Can you lube stabilizers with 205g0?
A 3ml vial of Krytox 205G0 lubricant straight from the source; considered to be the perfect lube for stabilizers and even some switches. Also included is a small 3.5″ brush perfect for applying lube to both stabs and switches.
Does krytox expire?
Krytox™ grease and oil lubricants have no expiration date and an indefinite shelf life if unopened and stored in a clean, dry location.
What is in krytox 205g0?
On a weight basis, a typical Krytox™ oil contains 21.6% carbon, 9.4% oxygen, and 69.0% fluorine. Krytox™ GPL 205 grease is PTFE thickened, contains no additives, and can be used on components that come in contact with chemicals.
Why does Krytox cost so much?
Krytox has a giant MOQ, so it can get up there in price for people who stock it (plus distribution rights).
Is dielectric a grease?
Dielectric, sometimes referred to as tune-up grease, is a viscous non-conductive waterproof substance used to protect electrical connections from corrosion and dirt.
What lube is best for linear switches?
Krytox GPL 205 Grade 0
In short, TriboSys 3204 and Krytox GPL 205g0 are tried and true options for lubing Linear switches. They’re both easily applied with a brush, stable and durable, and both help maintain the quietness and smoothness of Linear switches, thanks to their thicker viscosities.
Is Krytox soluble in water?
Krytox™ oils and greases are completely insoluble in water.These fluorinated solvents will not react with PFPE oils, but the oils will be carried away from the lubricating point. PFPEs are freely soluble in supercritical CO2.
Is krytox 205g0 Food Safe?
Krytox™ GPL205 can be used in a wide range of general-purpose lubrication where non-flammable, food safe, non-reactive & exceptionally long-lasting performance is required.
Does krytox 205g0 dry out?
It will not dry out. Moreover, the shelf life of 205g0 if stored at ambient temperature has also been demonstrated to be in excess of 20 years!
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