Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound
Molykote 4 Electrical Insulating Compound — NLGI Grade 2-3; translucent white; used primarily as a lubricant and moisture-proof seal for assembly of metal-on-polymer and metal-on-rubber combinations and sealed electrical connectors, disconnect junctions and terminals
Key features
- Product Type: Compound
- NLGI Grade: 2-3
- Operating Temperature Range: -54 °C to 200 °C
Product description
NLGI Grade 2-3; translucent white; used primarily as a lubricant and moisture-proof seal for assembly of metal-on-polymer and metal-on-rubber combinations and sealed electrical connectors, disconnect junctions and terminals
Features & benefits
- High dielectric strength and excellent electrical insulating properties
Applications
A moisture-proof seal for transportation and industrial applications, including ignition systems, sealed electrical connectors, disconnect junctions and terminals where a semi-flowable consistency material is appropriate. Used as a seal and lubricant for cable connectors, battery terminals, rubber seals, switches, and rubber and plastic O-rings and as an assembly lubricant for various metal-on-plastic and metal-on-rubber combinations.
Composition
- Technology: Silicone
- Thickener: Silica
Available pack sizes
- 3.6 kg pail - 4 per carton
- 18.1 kg pail
- 199.5 kg drum
About this type of lubricant
Compounds are silicone-based, non-melting greases used less for friction than for sealing, insulating and protecting. Typical duty is dielectric insulation and moisture-sealing of electrical connections, lubrication and sealing of rubber and plastic parts, valve and O-ring assembly, and vacuum sealing.
How to choose
Compounds do not carry high mechanical loads — if the point is a loaded bearing or gear, a grease or paste is the right family. The silicone caution applies here too: a compound on a surface that will later be painted, bonded or printed will cause the coating to fail. On rubber and elastomer components, confirm compatibility with the specific elastomer — silicone compounds are excellent on most, and wrong on silicone rubber itself.
How to order
Specify the pack size and, where more than one grade shares a name, the exact grade on the RFQ. Indus Hydraulics is an authorised distributor and quotes MOLYKOTE® from Dubai stock where the grade is held; less common grades ship to order. Our engineers will confirm the grade against your application and operating conditions before you commit.
Product data on this page is published by DuPont, the manufacturer of MOLYKOTE®. See the linked technical data sheet for full test conditions.
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Service temperature range | -54 to 200 °C |
| NLGI grade | 2-3 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -54 °C to 200 °C |
| NLGI Grade | 2-3 |
Composition
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Technology | Silicone |
| Thickener | Silica |
| Base Oil / Chemistry | Silicone |
Identification
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Translucent White |
| Product Type | Compound |
Commercial
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Container Sizes | 3.6 kg pail - 4 per carton; 18.1 kg pail; 199.5 kg drum |
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