Category Archives: Krytox™ Lubricant Articles

Application based articles from Chemours regarding Krytox.

Krytox™ MIL PRF-27617 Greases—Grease, Aircraft and Instrument, Fuel- and Oxidizer-Resistant

Three fighter jets fly in formation high above the clouds, sunlight illuminating them from behind, reminiscent of the precision and reliability found in advanced lubricants used to keep such powerful machines performing at their best.

MIL PRF-27617 Greases Product Information Krytox™ oils and MIL PRF-27617 greases are based on perfluoropolyether (PFPE) oils. These synthetic fluorinated lubricants are used in extreme conditions, such as continuous high temperatures up to 300 °C (572 °F) and higher temperatures for shorter periods, depending on product grade limits. Chemically inert and safe for use around hazardous chemicals, these lubricants are nonflammable and […]

How to Prepare Bearings with Krytox™ Lubricants

Rows of industrial metal ball transfer units, treated with high-performance lubricant, are lined up on a conveyor system inside a large warehouse with high ceilings and metal beams in the background.

How to prepare a bearing with Krytox™ Lubricants Before You Start Dirt is one of a bearing’s worst enemies. That’s why it is so important to work in a clean area, with bearings and lubricants covered until ready for use. When handling bearings, wear clean elastomer gloves and use clean, lint-free rags. Compressed air, if used, should be filtered and […]

Krytox™ Automotive Bearing Lubrication Applications

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Krytox™ Automotive Bearing Lubrication Applications High Performance Lubricants That Work in Demanding Real-Life Applications Reliable high-performance fluoropolymer lubricants from Chemours can stand up to even extreme conditions. Krytox™ oils and greases have proven scientific and technical properties to help solve the most critical issues in the automotive industry. Superior product performance, lower overall maintenance systems cost, and a lower environmental footprint […]

Krytox™ For Automotive Noise, Vibration, and Harshness

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Krytox™ Lubricants Can Help Solve Your Automotive Noise, Vibration, and Harshness issues. Inside an automobile’s interior, there are a variety of places where different materials come into contact with one another. Examples include metal on plastic, leather on leather, weather stripping, and many others. Movement between these surfaces often results in a series of noises typically described as squeak, itch, […]

Krytox™ H-1 Food Grade Lubricants

Food Grade Lubricants

Krytox™ NSF H-1 Food Grade Lubricants – Safe for Incidental Food Contact Choosing the correct Food Grade Lubricants Choosing the right lubricant for your equipment just got a lot easier with H-1 certified Krytox™ food grade lubricants from Miller-Stephenson. As with the full line of Krytox™ lubricants, Krytox™ oils and greases deliver superior performance with […]

Krytox™ Oxygen Pump Lubricant Case Study

A large blue industrial pump system, maintained with high-performance lubricants like Krytox, features connected pipes and a cylindrical tank. Installed indoors on a concrete floor, metal framework and additional equipment are visible in the background.

Oxygen Pump Lubricant for an Indian steel manufacturer saves money Steel manufacturer in India ensures safety while cutting costs A steel manufacturer located in India wanted to find a more cost-effective gearbox lubricant for its oxygen pumps, but did not want to compromise the performance or safety of its operations. The manufacturer wanted to proceed cautiously, conducting validation tests before making any […]

Krytox™ Solutions for the Automotive Industry

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Krytox™ Performance Lubricants | Automotive Lubricants specifically designed for Automotive needs Powered by Chemours Science… Over the last fifty years, Krytox™ automotive lubricants have helped customers outpace the competition by bringing customized and innovative solutions into an increasingly competitive automotive industry. Whatever your engineering challenge—longer part life, extreme temperatures, reduced failures—Krytox™ performance lubricants can help. At […]

Krytox™ Lubrication Points for Non-Bearing Automotive Applications

Close-up view of the side of a red car, focusing on the door, handle, and side mirror—areas where lubricant or release agents like Krytox might be applied—parked in a lot with a concrete surface visible in the background.

Krytox Automotive Information & Applications High Performance Lubricants That Work in Demanding Real-Life Applications Reliable high-performance fluoropolymer lubricants from Chemours can stand up to even extreme conditions. Krytox oils and greases have proven scientific and technical properties to help solve the most critical issues in the automotive industry. Superior product performance, lower overall maintenance systems cost, and a lower environmental footprint help […]

Krytox™ XHT Takes the Heat

Molten metal pours from a large industrial ladle in a steel factory, with bright orange flames and smoke filling the air, as krytox lubricant ensures smooth operation of heavy machinery in the dimly lit industrial interior.

CHALLENGE: Overcoming high temperature lubricant degradation with Krytox™ XHT Conventional lubricants are subject to oxidation, attack by harsh chemicals or solvents, flammability, and volatilization of the base oil, leading to failure of the lubrication system and associated hazards. Conventional lubricant properties are often found inadequate for critical systems where failure is not an option. Krytox™ XHT greases and oils help […]

Krytox™ For Steam Control Valves

A large industrial plant with tall metal towers, pipes, and structures under a blue sky with scattered clouds. The facility, likely part of the chemical or energy industry, may use Krytox lubricant or release agents in its operations.

Krytox Steam Control Valve Lubricant Krytox grease meets the need for a continuous lubrication cycle. Steam control valve lubricant application at a geothermal power plant The power plant, located in Iceland, utilizes hot steam from the earth, containing 1–4% gas, mostly carbon dioxide and hydrogen disulfide, in temperatures ranging from 120–200 ºC (248–392 °F). A standard hydrocarbon-based grease was unsatisfactory for lubricating bushings […]