Brad-Chem 400 Series
Solid Lubricants and Dispersions
A range of solid lubricants and lubricant dispersions based on graphite and molybdenum disulphide is available. These are designed for lubrication in hostile environments such as high temperatures, acidic or humid conditions.
Molybdenum Disulphide Dispersions
A range of molybdenum disulphide (MoS
2) dispersions with various concentrations of MoS
2 dispersed in:
- Water
- Minerals oil
- Volatile organic solvents
- Polyalkylene glycols
- Polyisobutylenes
A typical application for water-based MoS
2 dispersions is in cold forging. Typical applications for oil-based dispersions are in greases, gear oils, engines oils and speciality lubricants. Solvent-based dispersions are used in bonded coatings and dry film lubricants, e.g. as aerosols.
Graphite Dispersions
A range of colloidal and non-colloidal graphite dispersions with various concentrations of graphite dispersed in:
- Water
- Minerals oil
- Volatile organic solvents
- Polyalkylene glycols
- Rapeseed oil
- Synthetic basestocks
Typical applications for water-based dispersions are in forging, wire drawing and chain lubricants (e.g. bakery ovens). Typical applications for oil-based dispersions are in forging, steel casting, cement (kiln lubricants), greases and penetrating lubricants.