23 January 2024

The advantages of using MOLYKOTE® L-8030 lubricant for plastics and elastomers lubrication

MOLYKOTE® L-8030 is a specialised liquid lubricant containing perfluorinated oil and polytetrafluoroethylene uniformly dispersed in a fluorinated solvent. MOLYKOTE® L-8030 is particularly effective at lubricating high-voltage connectors to ensure a good seal and constant electrical conductivity over time.

 

Technical advantages

 

The semi-dry lubricant MOLYKOTE® L-8030 offers many technical advantages for industrial lubrication professionals. Here is a list of the key advantages of this product:

  • Compatible with many plastics and elastomers
  • Does not affect electrical conductivity
  • Reduces wear of plastics between them
  • The coating is not sticky like grease after drying
  • Large coverage area
  • Provides superior lubrication on most plastics and elastomers
  • Good compatibility with plastics and rubbers
  • Wide temperature range (-65°C to +150°C)
  • Easy to apply with a brush or by dipping

 

Key properties

 

MOLYKOTE® L-8030, semi-dry lubricant, is a high-performance product that helps lubricate and protect plastic-on-plastic and plastic-on-elastomer friction. Once applied, MOLYKOTE® L-8030 forms a thin film that dries quickly and leaves a white coating that is not sticky like grease.

Applications

 

The semi-dry lubricant MOLYKOTE® L-8030 can be used in many applications. Here is a list of the most common applications of this product:

  • Quick-drying lubricant for plastics
  • Lubrication of metal pins for electrical connectors
  • Lubrication of sliding parts of cameras, audiovisual equipment, precision equipment, office equipment such as printers, photocopiers and fax machines

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