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Bearing Conductive Grease Connector Grease Damping Grease Interior Potentiometer Reference Switch Grease Testing
Compatibility testing format for lubricant exposure to plastic or rubber
Making sure a lubricant does not have any compatibility issues with a plastic or rubber is very important, especially if you are similar to our typical customer and are using one of our synthetic lubricants inside your own finished device that will be manufactured in large volumes; any deformation or…
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Tribological Testing by 4 Ball Testing Methods
This article is focused on determining tribological characteristic of a lubricating grease, using two ASTM test methods, the 4-Ball EP Tester and 4 Ball Wear. The 4 Ball EP Tester focuses on Extreme pressure (EP) properties and the 4 Ball…
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What is grease?
What constitutes a grease? There are three main components that make a grease, base oil, thickener (sometimes called gellent) and an additive package. Making a grease is thought to be like extreme cooking and in the video, we tried to…
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Pour Point test (ASTM D-97)
The purpose of the Pour Point test is to help define the lowest operating temperature for an oil. During this relatively simple test, the temperature is slowly reduced and it is noted at what point the fluid becomes too viscous…
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Electrical switch grease introduction
The ability of a switch grease used in a switch design to prevent contact surface wear is normally the primary goal. Wear debris can create two problems; it can inhibit current flow when the contact is closed, potentially increasing millivolt…
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Rifle Scopes Online case study-Damping Grease
Rifle Scopes Online offers a wide variety of high-quality rifle scopes, rifle sights and ACOG scopes. The proprietor of the business is very experienced and considered improving the scope mechanisms of some products, helping with motion control and tactile feel of…
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Motorcycle Ride by Wire Throttle Damping-Case Study
A modern motorcycle ride by wire throttle (sometimes called ‘drive by wire’) refers to the absence of mechanical linkage between the accelerator and throttle. Older and conventional motorcycle throttles utilise a cable twist grip with considerably more friction in the mechanism…
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Vehicle door noise problem, before and after customer video
Vehicle interior trim noise can by very annoying. A private/retail customer had an issue with their car door which was generating a creaking sound while the vehicle was in motion. The customer contacted us for advice and used the AC…
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Choosing a connector lubricant
There are numerous advantages gained by lubricating electrical connectors, guarding against oxidation, fretting corrosion, contact wear and extending connector life. A thin film of lubricant can also reduce mating force by as much as 80 percent, an important factor in…
