{"id":30290,"date":"2025-02-18T16:32:21","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T16:32:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/?p=30290"},"modified":"2026-07-02T10:31:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T10:31:40","slug":"30290","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/blog\/krytox-valve-lubricants-durability-and-reliability\/","title":{"rendered":"Krytox valve lubricants: durability and reliability"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\">Valves are essential components in a wide range of industrial processes, regulating the flow of fluids and gases under often extreme conditions. The proper functioning of this equipment is critical to ensure the safety, efficiency and durability of industrial plants.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">In this context, lubrication plays a key role. <span class=\"s1\"><strong>Krytox<a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/valvole-e-raccordi\/\">valve lubricants<\/a>. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/marchi\/chemours\/\">(<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/marchi\/chemours\/\">Chemours)<\/a>, are advanced solutions based on <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/perfluoropolietere-pfpe\/\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>perfluoropolyether (PFPE)<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, designed to operate in critical environments, reduce maintenance and ensure flawless operation over time.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; 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column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>The characteristics of Krytox valve lubricants<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/krytox-5\/\">Krytox<\/a> offers a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/perfluoropolietere-pfpe\/\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>PFPE oils<\/strong><\/span><\/a> e <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/perfluoropolietere-pfpe\/\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>PFPE greases<\/strong><\/span><\/a> formulated to withstand extreme operating conditions. These lubricants are distinguished by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Chemical safety and stability<\/strong><\/span>: are inert and non-reactive with most aggressive chemicals.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Corrosion resistance<\/strong>: protect metal surfaces from oxidizing and corrosive agents.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Compatibility with reactive gases<\/strong>: they work effectively even in contact with chlorine, oxygen, nitrogen oxides and hydrofluoric acid.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Insolubility in common solvents, water and fuels<\/strong>: provide long-lasting protection in wet environments and in the presence of aggressive liquids.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Non-flammability and non-volatility<\/strong>: enhance safety in industrial applications.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Excellent compatibility with <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/guarnizioni-ed-o-ring-2\/\">gaskets<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/guarnizioni-ed-o-ring-2\/\">O-rings<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/adesivi-industriali\/adesivi-elastomerici\/\">elastomers<\/a>.<\/strong><span class=\"s2\">: prevent degradation and leakage in valves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Wide operating temperature range<\/strong>: maintains viscosity and lubricating ability even in extreme cold or <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/alta-temperatura\/\">intense heat<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Indefinite shelf life<\/strong>: offer consistent performance over time without degradation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\">These features make Krytox valve lubricants ideal for a variety of industrial applications, reducing the number of re-lubrications needed and improving equipment life.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"p4\">Industrial applications: Krytox for extreme environments<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\">Krytox lubricants are used in a variety of industries, where they provide superior performance even under the harshest operating conditions.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Case studies: the performance of Krytox valve lubricants<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\">I <span class=\"s1\"><strong>Krytox valve greases<\/strong><\/span> and the <span class=\"s1\"><strong>Krytox PFPE oils<\/strong><\/span> have proven their effectiveness in various industrial applications:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Mexico<\/strong><\/span>: <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-105-oil\/\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Krytox LPG 105 oil<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is used to lubricate the moving parts of valves that need to prevent leakage of <span class=\"s1\"><strong>titanium tetrachloride (TiCl\u2084)<\/strong><\/span>, a highly corrosive chemical.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>South Korea<\/strong>: A valve manufacturer has dramatically reduced damage claims by applying the<span class=\"s1\"><strong>Krytox LPG 103 oil<\/strong><\/span> on the solenoid valve coil, decreasing friction and overheating.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Iceland<\/strong>: In the <span class=\"s1\"><strong>geothermal power plants<\/strong><\/span>, <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-206-grease\/\"><strong>the <\/strong><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Krytox LPG 206 grease<\/strong><\/span><\/a> met the high lubrication requirements of steam valve bushings exposed to extreme temperatures and acid gases.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Domestic gas industry<\/strong>: The <span class=\"s1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-205\/\">Krytox LPG 205<\/a> grease<\/strong><\/span> has been used for years for the lubrication of <span class=\"s1\"><strong>brass poppet valves<\/strong><\/span> in domestic gas appliances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\">These examples confirm the reliability of Krytox lubricants even in the harshest industrial environments.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"p4\">Krytox formulations for every application<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p4\">Krytox <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/olio\/\">oils<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/grassi\/\">greases<\/a> are formulated to meet the specific needs of different industrial applications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Table: Valve lubricants: high performance with Krytox<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Krytox Grade<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Type<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Viscosity at 40\u00b0C (cSt)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Temperature range (\u00b0C\/\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>GPL103<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Oil<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-60-154 \/ -76-310<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-104-oil\/\"><strong>GPL104<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">Oil<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">60<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-51-180 \/ -60-355<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-105-oil\/\"><strong>GPL105<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">Oil<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">160<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-36-204 \/ -33-400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-106-oil\/\"><strong>GPL106<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">Oil<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">243<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-36-260 \/ -33-500<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>GPL203<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Grease<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-60-154 \/ -76-310<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>GPL204<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Grease<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">60<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-51-180 \/ -60-355<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-205\/\"><strong>GPL205<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Grease<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">160<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-36-204 \/ -33-400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-gpl-206-grease\/\"><strong>GPL206<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Grease<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">243<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-36-260 \/ -33-500<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-xht-s-grease\/\"><strong>XHT-S<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">High temperature grease<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">500<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-20-300 \/ -4-572<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>XHT-SX<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">High temperature grease<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">738<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-10-300 \/ 14-572<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/krytox-ts4-sealant-grease\/\"><strong>TS4<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Thread sealant<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">160<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 24.6543%;\">\n<p class=\"p1\">-54-149 \/ -65-300<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">The <\/span><strong>Krytox oils<\/strong><span class=\"s1\"> are generally recommended as an <\/span><strong>assembly aid<\/strong><span class=\"s1\">, while the <\/span><strong>Krytox fats<\/strong><span class=\"s1\"> are the best choice for <\/span><strong>prolonged use in service<\/strong><span class=\"s1\">.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Compatibility with reactive materials and gases<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\">Krytox lubricants are <span class=\"s2\"><strong>chemically inert<\/strong><\/span> and compatible with a wide range of materials, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Metals<\/strong><\/span>: iron, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Elastomers and plastics<\/strong>: PTFE, EPDM, FKM, NBR, polyisoprene, neoprene, trifluoroethylene, PVDF.<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\"><strong>Reactive gases<\/strong>: oxygen, chlorine, nitrogen oxides (NOX), hydrofluoric acid (HF), hydrochloric acid (HCl).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3>Compatibility testing and certifications<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\">Krytox lubricants have been tested and certified by <span class=\"s2\"><strong>independent research institutes<\/strong><\/span> such as <span class=\"s2\"><strong>BOC, AIR Liquide, NREL and BAM<\/strong><\/span>, confirming their safety and suitability for use with <span class=\"s2\"><strong>oxygen and reactive gases<\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">According to ASTM and NASA tests, Krytox lubricants demonstrate high resistance to high pressure and temperature conditions without losing effectiveness over time.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"p4\">Choose Krytox lubricant for your applications<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p class=\"p3\">Due to their chemical resistance, thermal stability and compatibility with reactive materials and gases, the <span class=\"s2\"><strong>Krytox valve lubricants<\/strong><\/span> are the ideal solution for the most critical industrial applications. 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