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Fluoramics Chem-8 Grease

CHEM-8 is an engineered silicone PTFE lubricant & thread sealant for use in water and vapor applications that do not require the use of an oxygen-safe product. Chem-8 is recommended for aluminum against aluminum surfaces. Chem-8® is a great lubricant where sophisticated chemicals are packaged, or where corrosion or rusting is a problem. It is especially suitable for mechanical instruments such as hinges where repeated autoclaving is required. As a superior Silicone-PTFE lubricant, Chem-8 works particularly well for high pressure gasses except fluorine and oxygen. It is waterproof, effective to 300°F, and chemically inert. Chem-8 stays put, lasts indefinitely, and is resistant to autoclave washout.

Chemical Family: Silicones

Product Type: Lubricant, Thread Sealant

Application Area: Hinges

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Aluminum, Metal

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Identification & Functionality

Base Oil Type
Chemical Family

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Benefits
  • Works particularly well as a thread sealant for high-pressure gasses (except fluorine and oxygen)
  • Ideal pipe joint sealer for aqueous systems like water systems, steam lines, and acids (except HF and alkali)
  • Great high vacuum grease (torr 10-6) to lubricate O-rings or seal threads in vacuum systems
  • Waterproof, effective to 300°F, chemically inert, and non-toxic
  • Has an extremely high film strength, which means it stays in place
  • Compatible with rubber, plastic, leather, metal, composite fiber, and electromechanical
  • NLGI 5 grease
  • Gasket sealant in high vapor situations
  • Great for repeated connecting and disconnecting

Applications & Uses

Markets
Application Area
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Uses
  • Aerospace
  • Industrial
  • Automotive
  • Vacuum systems
  • Water and steam systems lubricant
  • Agriculture
  • Autoclaved mechanical instruments
  • Instrumental threads
  • Mechanical instruments
  • High vapor pressure applications
Typical Applications

CHEM-8 is recommended for aluminum against aluminum surfaces. It is not recommended for alkali, fluorine or HF environments.

Application Details

Apply liberally to a clean, dry surface.

Properties

Physical Form
Properties

Chem-8 is a white, low-odor gel lubricant.

Safety & Health

Health and Safety

Chem-8 is a very safe product. Wash hands after use. Keep product out of eyes.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
  • 75g plunger
  • 1/2 lb. jar
  • 1 lb. jar
  • 1/4 lb. jar
  • 140g mini grease cartridge
  • 12 oz. EFD/Nordson plunger

Storage & Handling

Handling

No special handling required.