Packaging and Dispensing

Lubricant Additive overview

There are a variety lubricant additives that we have the ability to include in our grease formulations. Note that we describe our additives, we use terminology relating to the benefit of the additive rather than than giving details of the chemical way in which the benefit is achieved; we don’t…

Automotive Connector Grease Packaging and Dispensing Reference

Semi-Automated Dispensing of Lubricants

For grease dose accuracy, consistent repeatability and process control, a semi-automated application method should be considered. The system setup we are proposing in this article involves the purchase of a small benchtop/desktop pneumatic dispensing device and the chosen grease being purchased pre-filled in specialist syringes that work with these desktop pneumatic…

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Variation in lubricant density

The lubricants we offer vary in density. The difference is particularly notable when two extremes are compared such as a Polyalphaolefin (PAO) oil and a Perfluoropolyether (PFPE) base oil. As shown in the graphic below, some PFPEs are double density. All the weights of lubricant in the below graphic are…

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Antifriction Coating felt pen refilling idea

A number of our customers choose to purchase the LIP Antifriction Coating products in pen applicators, most notably the 40ml felt pen. If an application is temporary, purchasing the pen applicators in bulk is not an issue. If the product application is longer term then purchasing the LIP Antifriction Coatings…

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Why choose a grease rather than an oil?

Why should you choose a grease rather than an oil, if you have the choice? There are some simple or practical reasons and some more chemical advantages. First and foremost, a grease will ‘stay in place’. How good a grease is at staying where it has been applied is down…

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Breakdown of the 40ml felt pen

The 40ml felt pen is used to apply some of the LIP Antifriction Coating range. We often get asked about the felt tip as it can wear quite quickly on some rough surfaces; the lifespan can be double by simply extracting, rotating 180°C and re-inserting. Also many customers wish to…

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5gram tube overview

Much of our grease range is available in a 5gram tube. The 5gram tube is small and so more suitable for field service kits and aftermarket use. The 5gram tubes have a screw cap lid and already have a 1.52mm (0.06inch) hole/orifice at the end of the nozzle. The nozzle can…

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25gram tube overview

Much of our grease range is available in a 25gram tube. The 25gram tube is ideal for small applications, infrequent use or field service kits as the 25gram tube has a screw cap lid and already has a 1.52mm (0.06inch) hole/orifice at the end of the nozzle. The nozzle can…

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50gram tube overview

Much of our grease range is available in a 50gram tube. The 50gram tube is ideal for small applications, infrequent use or field service kits as the 50gram tube has a screw cap lid and already has a 1.52mm (0.06inch) hole/orifice at the end of the nozzle. The nozzle can…

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100gram tube overview

Much of our grease range is available in a 100gram tube. The 100gram tube is one of the most popular container types we sell, sometimes suitable for small and medium volume use in a production environment but the 100gram tube is also very popular for field service or aftermarket use….

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