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Lubricants for gaskets and O-rings

Find the ideal lubricant for gaskets and O-rings. Learn about the benefits, features and get expert advice from Mascherpa experts.

Introduction

Choosing an appropriate lubricant for seals and O-rings is crucial to ensure consistent and long-lasting operation. Inadequate lubricant compatibility can cause undesirable changes in physical properties, such as swelling, shrinkage, and changes in hardness, which can lead to damage and failure. To avoid such problems, Mascherpa technicians offer expert advice to help you select the specific lubricant for your needs.

Benefits of using lubricants for gaskets and O-rings

  • Lubricants specially formulated for gaskets and O-rings offer numerous advantages. First, they facilitate assembly, reducing mechanical wear and improving the sealing effect. This is especially important because O-rings are compressed during the assembly of two or more parts to create a sealing gasket. Using the correct lubricant can help achieve a better seal due to the sealing power of some lubricants.

Characteristics of seal and O-ring lubricants

  • Lubricants for gaskets and O-rings must possess specific characteristics to ensure optimal performance. These greases must be water-resistant and able to provide high flow over a wide temperature range. They must also be compatible with the elastomers and plastics used in applications, ensuring maximum effectiveness and durability of seals and O-rings. These lubricants are used to improve the mechanical properties of rubber and elastomers, such as abrasion resistance, elasticity, and flexural strength. In addition, they can thus prolong the life of rubber parts and elastomers.

Certifications and approvals

  • Lubricants offered by Mascherpa are formulated and manufactured using only suitable and certified raw materials. These lubricants can be approved according to international standards, such as NSF H1 approval for food contact, WRAS approval for drinking water contact, DVGW approval for household gas, and BAM approval for oxygen contact. These certifications testify to the high quality and compliance of the lubricants with the specific requirements of different applications.

Products

    • Anti-seize paste with silicone carrier oil
    • Reduced friction and wear
    • Low coefficient of friction
    • High load capacity
    • Compatible with some types of natural rubber and plastics (compatibility testing required before use)
    • Non-flammable
    • Non-reactive/inert chemistry
    • Robust thermal stability
    • ISO 15 grade oil
    • Safe for service with chemicals and oxygen
    • Longer lubrication intervals and equipment service life
    • Coating
    • Non-reactive and non-flammable fluorinated synthetic oil
    • Safe in chemical service and with oxygen
    • Long-lasting
    • The polymer chain is fully saturated and contains only carbon, oxygen and fluorine
    • Coating
    • Non-flammable
    • Non-reactive/inert chemistry
    • Robust thermal stability
    • ISO grade 7 oil
    • Safe for service with chemicals and oxygen
    • Extended lubrication intervals and equipment service life
    • Reduction of friction and wear and tear
    • Coating
    • Non-reactive and non-flammable fluorinated synthetic oil
    • Safe in chemical service and with oxygen
    • Long-lasting
    • The polymer chain is fully saturated and contains only carbon, oxygen and fluorine
    • Coating
    • Non-flammable
    • Non-reactive/inert chemistry
    • Robust thermal stability
    • ISO 460 grade oil
    • Safe for service with chemicals and oxygen
    • Longer lubrication intervals and equipment service life
    • Coating
    • Non-responsive
    • Non-flammable
    • Does not stain
    • Does not migrate
    • Odorless
    • Long-lasting
    • Ultra-high performance oil
    • Chemically inert
    • Safe with chemicals and oxygen
    • Suitable for very high or very low temperature uses
    • Approved for contact with food and drinking water.
    • Multipurpose lubricants
    • Excellent water resistance
    • Compatible with many plastics and elastomers
    • Low vapor pressure
    • Low volatility
    • Meets several global standards for water contact
    • Lubricates control valves, pressure valves, softener valves and faucets
    • Prevents gaskets from adhering to metal
    • Resists weathering and water runoff
    • Suitable for rubber and plastic O-rings, gaskets and seals
    • High resistance to oxidation
    • Insoluble in water
    • Compatible with many plastics and elastomers
    • Family of high-performance lubricants
    • Damping medium for specific applications
    • High dielectric strength and excellent electrical insulation properties
    • Good adhesion to most dry materials
    • Semi-fluid rheology can allow the compound to enter complex geometries
    • Low volatility and evaporation
    • Good moisture resistance and water repellency
    • Good stability to thermal oxidation
    • Moisture-proof sealant for industrial and transportation applications
    • Used as a gasket and lubricant
    • Virtually nonvolatile
    • Moisture resistant
    • Electrically insulating
    • Excellent rubber lubrication
    • Excellent release and holding properties
    • Resistant to oxidation
    • Poor tendency to dry out in operation
    • Used as a release agent for foundry molds
    • Lubricant and preservative for rubber
    • Adhesive and glue remover
    • Unsurpassed oxidation resistance compared with base oil
    • PFPE does not oxidize or crust with age and use
    • Does not break down with the high temperatures of electric motors
    • Special high-efficiency thickener does not oxidize and break down with cutting
    • Lifetime lubrication potential
    • Adheres to threads and does not tear during assembly/disassembly
    • It is non-reactive, non-toxic, non-flammable, non-corrosive
    • Compatible with most polymers for gaskets, O-rings and valves
    • Contains no VOCs or hydrocarbons
    • Safe for use with oxygen and has no self-ignition temperatures
    • Quick and easy to apply, even while wearing protective gloves
    • Tested without leakage under helium at 400 psi for 7 days
    • Designed for critical applications
    • Chemically inert
    • Non-flammable
    • Silicone-free
    • Contains no VOC materials or chlorine
    • Does not damage plastics or elastomers
    • Does not cause corrosion of metals
    • Long life
    • Non-flammable
    • Safe in chemical and oxygen service
    • Non-responsive
    • Coating
    • A grease for high-performance
    • Extremely high temperature applications
    • Contains no additional additives
    • Completely inert
    • Ideal when there is chemical-lubricant interaction between process steps
    • Enduring performance in extreme environments
    • Unsurpassed oxidation resistance compared with base oil
    • PFPE does not oxidize or crust with age and use
    • Does not break down with the high temperatures of electric motors
    • Special high-efficiency PTFE thickener does not oxidize and break down with cutting
    • Lifetime lubrication potential
    • Used in the automotive and industrial market
    • Lower molecular weight of the basic PFPE oil.
    • Improves functionality at lower temperatures for specific applications
    • Coating
    • High-viscosity, high-performance grease
    • Lubrication in a wide range of applications in the automotive and industrial markets
    • High molecular weight to improve lubricant functionality at higher temperatures
    • Non-flammable performance
    • Chemically inert/non-reactive
    • Safe for oxygen
    • Significantly prolongs operating life
    • White buttery grease
    • Silicone-free
    • Provides exceptional protection and lubrication for a wide range of applications
    • Can be used in general lubrications where nonflammable performance is required
    • Safe for food
    • Non-responsive and exceptionally durable
    • Commonly used to reduce NVH in automotive applications
    • Helps prevent hard water residue on ceramic valve components
    • Ceramic Components
    • Resists water runoff
    • Helps extend the life of ceramic discs
    • Reduces wear in plastic-to-metal and rubber-to-metal contact
    • Low volatility
    • Excellent resistance to water, chemicals and high and low temperatures
    • Seals and lubricates chemical processing equipment
    • Seals vacuum and pressure systems
    • Prevents fogging of delicate lenses
    • Good corrosion resistance
    • Low friction properties
    • Good corrosion protection
    • Good compatibility with plastic and rubber
    • Good water resistance
    • Low-temperature performance
    • Release properties
    • Wide operating temperature range
    • Good oxidation stability
    • Good compatibility with tires and plastics
    • Good corrosion protection
    • Excellent lubrication and sealing
    • Resistant to heat and oxidation
    • Excellent water resistance
    • Compatible with many elastomers
    • Lubrication of ceramics and plastics in water faucets
    • Meets several global standards for contact with drinking water
    • Compatible with most plastics
    • Excellent stability at high temperatures
    • Superior resistance to chemicals and solvents
    • Minimal deterioration due to oxidation
    • Suitable for long-term lubrication
    • Low vapor pressure (base oil)
    • Compatible with most tires and plastics
    • Excellent stability at high temperatures
    • Superior resistance to chemicals and solvents
    • Minimal deterioration due to oxidation
    • Suitable for long-term lubrication
    • Low vapor pressure
    • Resistance to chemicals
    • Good carrying capacity
    • Effective at high temperatures
    • Fully synthetic base oil
    • Excellent adhesion and resistance to runoff and splash water
    • Wide range of service temperatures
    • Formulated to provide increased resistance to oxidation
    • Corrosion protection and load capacity
    • Longer service life compared with conventional lubricants
    • Good compatibility with most industrial and technical substrates
    • Highly water resistant
    • No drop point
    • No melting or leakage from lubrication points

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