Lubrication of O-rings is extremely important. The greatest benefit of using a lubricant is typically obtained during installation. Using a lubricant is going to decrease the surface friction of the O-ring helping to prevent abrasion, pinching or cutting of the O-ring during installation. Lubricating an O-ring can also help to seat the O-ring properly into the application, as well as aid and speed up automated assembly processes.
Parker O-Lube
Parker’s O-Lube is an outstanding general purpose grease lubricant. The barium base petroleum grease lubricant prolongs the life of synthetic rubber seals. It offers excellent surface adherence and lubrication with inherent water resistance. It is recommended for low-pressure pneumatic systems, as well as reciprocating and low-speed oscillating or rotary applications. Parker O-Lube works well in a -20°F to 180°F temperature range.
Parker Super O-Lube
Parker’s Super O-Lube is an exceptional all purpose lubricant. It is not a grease, but a high viscosity silicone oil. It can be used as an assembly lubricant on all rubber polymers and its inert nature lends itself to a wide variety of fluid systems. Parker Super O-Lube works well in a -65°F to 400°F temperature range.
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