Colloidal Graphite in Isopropanol
Application
Usage: Nuclear Power Generating Plants, Nuclear Reactors, Commercial and Naval Applications
NEOLUBE® No. 1 is a dry film lubricant extensively used in nuclear facilities as an anti-seize compound, thread lubricant, and for lubricating moving parts and rubbing surfaces. This product is widely recognized for its excellent properties in various critical applications.
- Composition: 99% pure furnace graphite particles, thermoplastic resin, and isopropanol.
- Properties: Radiation-resistant, high chemical purity, non-corrosive, abrasion-resistant, and frost-resistant, making it ideal for applications in severe environments.
Physical and Chemical Requirements
- Total Solids Content: 3.3% ± 0.50%
- Graphite Content: 75% ± 5%
- Particle Size: 4 microns (90% of particles), maximum dimension of 10 microns
- Impurities:
- Ash: Maximum 0.75%
- Fluorine: Maximum 20 PPM
- Chlorine: Maximum 200 PPM
- Sulfur: Maximum 200 PPM
- Lead: Maximum 150 PPM
Film Properties
- Adherence: The coated surface remains dry and unaffected by light abrasion, ensuring long-lasting lubrication under severe conditions.
- Appearance: Dry, non-oily, ensuring no residue or mess in applications.
- Odor: Characteristic of isopropanol, with no additional or unusual smells.
Physical Properties
- Lubricant: Processed micro-graphite, which provides excellent lubricating properties and surface protection.
- Shelf Life: No limit in a closed container, ensuring long-lasting storage capabilities.
- Flash Point: 52°F (11°C), ensuring safety in applications.
- Color: Black
- Consistency: Liquid, with a solids content of 3.3% ± 0.50%
- Density: 6.6 lb./gal (0.791 kg/l), making it easy to apply in various industrial settings.
Application Instructions
- Dilution: Supplied ready-to-use; for additional dilution, add isopropanol as necessary.
- Pretreatment: Clean and dry substrate thoroughly. For maximum adhesion, surfaces should be grit blasted, phosphated, anodized, or etched as required by application conditions.
- Application Methods: Apply using spray, brush, or dip methods as per the requirements of the application.
Cure Time
The material air dries in approximately 5 minutes, depending on temperature and humidity, ensuring quick and efficient setup.
Packaging
Available in 2-ounce and 8-ounce plastic bottles with a brush-in-cap applicator, making it easy to apply without additional tools.
Precautions
Store, handle, and apply with standard flammable material safeguards. Ensure adequate ventilation if spraying, and keep away from open flames or high-temperature surfaces.
Certification
Approved by Naval Ship Engineering Center, Test Report Number (QPL) 10744, dated June 21, 1974. Each lot is tested and certified to meet stringent specifications.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this datasheet is intended solely for informational purposes. Users are responsible for determining the product’s suitability for their specific application and are advised to conduct their tests under actual conditions. Huron Industries, Inc. disclaims all warranties, express or implied, concerning the use or handling of this product.