Technical Greases
Technical Greases organizes verified products and supporting technical records for selection in the relevant manufacturing context.
MOLYKOTE SOLUTIONS
Technical Lubrication Solutions
AE-TECH evaluates mechanisms, material pairs, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment before narrowing the appropriate MOLYKOTE lubrication technology.
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MOLYKOTE in technical lubrication solutions
Quick answer
Technical lubricant selection starts with the mechanism and operating conditions, then distinguishes grease, paste, compound, oil, dispersion and anti-friction coating technologies for further evaluation.
Positioning
MOLYKOTE is not a general-purpose lubricant catalogue
MOLYKOTE technologies are evaluated for mechanisms where load, speed, temperature, material compatibility, environment or application method creates requirements beyond a general lubricant.
Operating signals
Signs that the lubricant selection should be reviewed
Repeated lubrication problems can indicate a mismatch between the mechanism, material pair, environment and lubricant technology.
Wear or noise returns quickly
Review load, speed, movement and lubricant retention at the contact.
Plastic or elastomer compatibility is unclear
Confirm the exact material pair and product documentation before testing.
High or low temperature changes behavior
Use the actual temperature range and duty cycle, not a generic temperature claim.
Vacuum, water or food-contact context applies
Confirm the exact product scope and applicable documentation for the intended use.
Application method is unstable
Review quantity, access, dispensing, curing or dry-film preparation as relevant.
Operating conditions
Identify a suitable solution from the operating conditions
Narrow the technology before selecting a Product Code.
| Operating condition | Technology direction | What to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling or sliding parts requiring retained lubrication | Grease | Load, speed, temperature, material pair and relubrication interval |
| Assembly or high-load contact | Paste | Contact pressure, movement, temperature and assembly process |
| Lubrication with sealing or electrical-insulation role | Silicone compound | Material compatibility, environment and exact functional requirement |
| Thin dry lubricating film | Anti-friction coating | Surface preparation, application, curing and film requirement |
| Defined circulation or precision application | Oil or fluid | Viscosity, speed, temperature and delivery method |
| Carrier-assisted lubricant deposition | Dispersion | Application, carrier removal and final lubricant film |
| Special environment | Product-specific evaluation | Exact product documentation, regional requirements and practical test |
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Technology form
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Grease, paste, compound, oil, dispersion and anti-friction coating serve different functions and application methods.
Lubricating and Assembly Pastes
Lubricating and Assembly Pastes organizes verified products and supporting technical records for selection in the relevant manufacturing context.
Lubricating and Sealing Compounds
Lubricating and Sealing Compounds organizes verified products and supporting technical records for selection in the relevant manufacturing context.
Anti-Friction Coatings
Anti-Friction Coatings organizes verified products and supporting technical records for selection in the relevant manufacturing context.
Lubricant Dispersions
Lubricant Dispersions organizes verified products and supporting technical records for selection in the relevant manufacturing context.
Lubricating Oils and Fluids
Lubricating Oils and Fluids organizes verified products and supporting technical records for selection in the relevant manufacturing context.
Technology roles
Understand each material form before the technical discussion
Grease
A semi-solid lubricant intended to remain at the lubrication point.
Paste
A high-solids material often evaluated for assembly and slow, high-load contact.
Silicone compound
A material direction that may combine lubrication, sealing or electrical-insulation functions depending on the exact product.
Oil and fluid
A liquid direction for defined circulation, penetration or precision application.
Dispersion
A carrier-based form used to deposit a lubricant layer before the carrier evaporates.
Anti-friction coating
A dry-film system that requires surface preparation, application and curing.
Application map
Start with the moving component
Motor and actuator
Plastic gear
Bearing
Guide rail and linear motion
Electrical connector
Seal and O-ring
Threaded connection
High temperature
Vacuum
Food or water application
Technical questions
Eight questions required before testing
- What component and contact geometry are involved?
- What are the exact material pairs?
- What motion, speed and duty cycle apply?
- What load or contact pressure is expected?
- What continuous and peak temperatures apply?
- What water, chemical, dust or vacuum exposure applies?
- How will the material be applied and maintained?
- What technical, regulatory or regional documents are required?
Evaluation pathway
From the mechanism to practical testing
1
Define the mechanism
Clarify component, contact, movement and failure symptom.
2
Document operating conditions
Record material pair, load, speed, temperature and environment.
3
Narrow the technology
Distinguish grease, paste, compound, oil, dispersion or coating.
4
Review exact product data
Check the Product Code, TDS, SDS and application constraints.
5
Plan a controlled test
Agree sample, application method, acceptance criteria and observation period.
Prepare for consultation
Information to prepare when contacting AE-TECH
1
Application and mechanism
Provide enough information to understand the contact and operating duty.
- Component and contact geometry.
- Material pair and surface condition.
- Motion, load, speed and temperature.
- Current lubricant and observed issue.
2
Process and documentation
Clarify how the material will be selected, applied and verified.
- Application and maintenance method.
- Environmental exposure.
- Required TDS, SDS or regional documentation.
- Sample and testing requirement.
Selected products
Representative Product Codes for different requirements
Representative codes are grouped by technology role and remain subject to exact Product documentation.
Greases and compounds
Directions for retained lubrication, compatibility and special functional requirements.
G-1021 Synthetic Automotive Grease
MOLYKOTE® G-1021 Synthetic Automotive Grease
MOLYKOTE® G-1021 Synthetic Automotive Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for actuators, control cables, plain bearings, bushings and sleeves. Key identifying data includes the technology Polyalphaolefin (PAO); a listed temperature range from -55°C to 150°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
EM-30L Grease
MOLYKOTE® EM-30L Grease
MOLYKOTE® EM-30L Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for gears, gearboxes and pumps, lubrication of plastic components, lubrication of rubber and elastomers. Key identifying data includes the technology Polyalphaolefin (PAO); a listed temperature range from -45°C to 150°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
G-5008 Dielectric Grease
MOLYKOTE® G-5008 Dielectric Grease
MOLYKOTE® G-5008 Dielectric Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for electrical assemblies, lubrication of plastic components, lubrication of rubber and elastomers. Key identifying data includes the technology Silicone; a listed upper temperature limit of 200°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
111 Compound
MOLYKOTE® 111 Compound
MOLYKOTE® 111 Compound is a lubricating and sealing compound. The official Product record identifies this grade for control cables, lubrication of rubber and elastomers, valves, packing, seals and O-rings. Key identifying data includes the technology Silicone; a listed temperature range from -40°C to 204°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
HP-300 Grease
MOLYKOTE® HP-300 Grease
MOLYKOTE® HP-300 Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for assembly and running-in, electrical assemblies, highly corrosive environments. Key identifying data includes the technology Perfluoropolyether (PFPE); a listed temperature range from -65°C to 250°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
G-8101 Grease
MOLYKOTE® G-8101 Grease
MOLYKOTE® G-8101 Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for actuators, electrical assemblies, high-temperature mechanisms and alloys. Key identifying data includes the technology Perfluoropolyether (PFPE). Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
44 Medium High Temperature Grease
MOLYKOTE® 44 Medium High Temperature Grease
MOLYKOTE® 44 Medium High Temperature Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for control cables, plain bearings, bushings and sleeves, lubrication of plastic components. Key identifying data includes the technology Silicone; a listed temperature range from -40°C to 204°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
1122 Chain And Open Gear Grease
MOLYKOTE® 1122 Chain And Open Gear Grease
MOLYKOTE® 1122 Chain And Open Gear Grease is a technical lubricating grease. The official Product record identifies this grade for chains and conveyors, gears, gearboxes and pumps, plain bearings, bushings and sleeves. Key identifying data includes the technology Mineral Oil, Polyalphaolefin (PAO), Polyisobutene (PIB); a listed temperature range from 0°C to 160°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
Paste, oil and dry-film technologies
Directions for assembly, circulation and controlled dry-film lubrication.
G-N Plus Paste
MOLYKOTE® G-N Plus Paste
MOLYKOTE® G-N Plus Paste is a lubricating and assembly paste. The official Product record identifies this grade for assembly and running-in. Key identifying data includes the technology Mineral Oil; a listed temperature range from -18°C to 400°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
D-321 R Anti-Friction Coating
MOLYKOTE® D-321 R Anti-Friction Coating
MOLYKOTE® D-321 R Anti-Friction Coating is a anti-friction coating. The official Product record identifies this grade for assembly and running-in, surfaces requiring a coating, electrical assemblies. Key identifying data includes the technology Organic Binder, Solids, Solvent; a listed temperature range from -180°C to 450°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
L-1232 Synthetic Compressor Oil
MOLYKOTE® L-1232 Synthetic Compressor Oil
MOLYKOTE® L-1232 Synthetic Compressor Oil is a lubricating oil or fluid. The official Product record identifies this grade for compressors. Key identifying data includes the technology Polyalphaolefin (PAO). Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
557 Silicone Dry Film Lubricant
MOLYKOTE® 557 Silicone Dry Film Lubricant
MOLYKOTE® 557 Silicone Dry Film Lubricant is a lubricant dispersion. The official Product record identifies this grade for food-processing equipment, machine-tool spindles, lubrication of plastic components. Key identifying data includes the technology Silicone; a listed temperature range from -40°C to 43°C. Selection should be based on the material pair, motion, load, speed, temperature and environment of the actual assembly.
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Technology context
MOLYKOTE and DuPont
MOLYKOTE is a DuPont specialty lubrication brand. AE-TECH presents the technology by application need while keeping Product-level evidence and commercial relationship wording controlled.
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