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Guide to Selecting the Correct Lubricant for Your Industrial Applications
Navigating the complex world of industrial lubricants can be a daunting task. Whether you're dealing with heavy machinery, automotive components, or precision instruments, choosing the right grease is critical for ensuring optimal performance and longevity of your equipment. That's where our comprehensive grease selection chart comes into play.
Use this chart to help you select the correct grease for your application, tailored specifically to meet the demands of various industrial settings. Our guide simplifies the process, making it easy for engineers, maintenance professionals, and procurement specialists to make informed decisions based on specific criteria such as temperature range, load-bearing capacity, water resistance, and compatibility with different materials.
| DryLube | Blue Tacky Grease | Lithilube | Molycon Plus | Grease Can | Red No Melt Grease | Synthagrease | Food Grade Grease | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Lubricant | PTFE dry lubricant | Lithium grease | White lithium penetrating grease | Molybdenum grease | Red lithium penetrating grease | High temp red grease | Synthetic grease with PTFE | Food grade polymer grease |
| Temp Range | -100°F to +500°F | -30°F to +500°F | Up to 350°F | -30°F to +300°F | -60°F to +500°F | Up to 550°F | -60°F to +500°F | 0°F to +450°F |
| Pressure Resistance | Not specified | High | Not specified | Extreme (225,000 PSI) | High | High | High | High |
| Food Grade | Not specified | No | Yes (CFIA Evaluated) | No | Yes (CFIA Evaluated) | No | Yes (CFIA Evaluated) | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes | High | High | High | Highly resistant | High | Not specified | High |
| Rust and Oxidation Resistance | Yes | Not specified | Yes | Superior | Not specified | Resistant | Excellent | Not specified |
| Adhesion Level | Microscopic film forming | Excellent | Long lasting | Superior | Not specified | Excellent | Excellent | Tenacious |
| Color | Dries to white | Blue | White | Grey/Black | Red | Red | Nearly colorless | White |
| Special Additives | Teflon PTFE | - | - | Molybdenum Disulphide | - | - | PTFE | - |
| Uses | Various including automotive, machinery, and as a mold release agent | High speed bearings and continuous high temp operations | Multiple including food service, industrial, automotive | Demanding environments like railroad, mining, marine | Gears, ovens, valves, etc. | Bearings and high-temp applications | Broad range including high-speed bearings | Food industry applications |