Herschell Sec Dry Lubrication is a specialized high-performance dry lubricant designed for environments where traditional "wet" oils and greases cannot be tolerated. In the industrial world, "Sec" (from the French for "dry") refers to its ability to leave a clean, non-tacky film that provides superior lubrication without attracting dust, grit, or lint.
Technical Specifications
- Base: Dry film synthetic lubricant (often PTFE or high-purity dry wax-based).
- Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy film (once dry).
- Consistency: Fast-evaporating liquid that cures to a dry solid.
- Volume: 500g Tin (Paste/Liquid) or Aerosol.
- Residue: Zero oily or sticky residue.
Key Features
- Anti-Contamination: Because the film is bone-dry, it does not attract airborne dust or abrasive sand. This makes it the primary choice for machinery operating in woodworking shops, textile mills, or desert environments.
- Low Friction: Significantly reduces the "stick-slip" effect (juddering) on sliding surfaces, ensuring smooth and quiet operation of precision mechanical parts.
- Temperature Stability: Unlike grease, which can thin out in heat or thicken in cold, this dry film remains stable across a wide thermal range.
- Chemical & Water Resistance: Provides a micro-thin protective barrier that resists water washout and protects metal surfaces from light oxidation and corrosion.
Common Applications
- Electronics & Electrical: Used as a "circuit board grease" or for lubricating sliding contacts, switches, and plastic gears in printers and scanners.
- Precision Engineering: Fine measurement tools (calipers), camera lenses, and telescope mounts.
- Textile & Paper Industry: Lubricating guides and slide plates where oil spots would ruin the product (fabric or paper).
- Firearms Maintenance: Ideal for internal bolt assemblies and magazines where traditional oil would trap carbon and cause jams.
- Woodworking: Sliding table saw fences and mitre gauges where sawdust would otherwise "gum up" a greased track.
Usage Tips
- Preparation: The surface must be clinically clean before application. Any existing oil or grease will prevent the dry film from bonding properly. Use Herschell .A. Weld Cleaner or a similar degreaser first.
- Application: Apply a thin, even coat. In the case of the 500g tub, use a lint-free cloth or a clean brush. Less is more—a thick layer can sometimes flake off.
- Cure Time: Allow a few minutes for the carrier solvent to fully evaporate. The surface should feel smooth and dry to the touch before the equipment is used.
- Plastic Safety: Generally safe for all plastics and rubbers, but on very sensitive vintage plastics, a small spot test is always recommended.
