In this video, Bryan compares a Neolube No. 2, 2 oz bottle for lubricating internal case necks with Delta Carbon “No Oil,” another graphite-based dry lubricant. Bryan Zolnikov tests both products to examine differences in seating consistency, velocity standard deviation, and overall precision. His demonstration provides a field-level view of how two dry-film lubricants behave inside brass case necks during bullet seating.
Relevant Technical Data Sheet (TDS) Context
Neolube 2 uses a colloidal graphite dry-film system carried in isopropanol. The carrier evaporates quickly and leaves a micro-thin layer of graphite on the metal surface. This film reduces metal-on-metal friction and creates a stable interface under pressure. These TDS-supported characteristics explain the smoother and more consistent seating forces that appear in the video. Although Bryan demonstrates the lubricant in a reloading context, the same graphite-platelet behavior supports Neolube 2’s precision-assembly performance in industrial environments.
The purpose of this video is to display data comparing Delta Carbon No Oil and Neolube 2 for lubricating inside the case necks. Results show that both lubricants produced low velocity standard deviations and high precision. Both lubricants are appropriate for use within the case neck to aid in the seating process and improve ballistics and precision.
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Correct Usage Clarification
The NEOLUBE No. 2 Technical Datasheet, instructs users to apply only a thin, uniform coating of Neolube 2 and allow the coating to dry completely. Heavy application does not improve the product’s performance and can create inconsistent results. Huron Industries validates Neolube 2 for industrial, mechanical, and precision-assembly uses only. Anyone applying it to ammunition or other off-label activities must follow appropriate regulatory standards and safety rules.
Notes on Inaccuracies or Misinterpretations
Bryan’s test shows how Neolube 2 reduces friction during bullet seating, but viewers should understand its limits. Neolube 2 does not clean brass, prevent corrosion, polish metal, or chemically treat surfaces. It functions strictly as a dry-film graphite lubricant. In the video, the applied coating appears heavier than necessary. The TDS recommends the lightest functional coating, which gives users the most consistent results.
Additional Technical Insight
Graphite works as a lubricant because its layered crystal structure allows each layer to slide easily under pressure. This structure lowers friction and avoids the dust attraction and residue problems common with oil-based lubricants. These same traits support Neolube 2’s performance in nuclear instrumentation, high-vacuum systems, and precision mechanical assemblies. Bryan’s comparison test reflects how graphite dry-film lubrication creates predictable seating forces under controlled mechanical compression.