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MOLYKOTE® 5 Compound
NLGI Grade 3 silicone based compound with silica thickener and phenylmethyl-based fluid. Offering high dielectric strength and commonly used in high current switches.
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- Manufacturer: DuPont
- Product Line: MOLYKOTE® Compounds
- Product: MOLYKOTE® Compounds
- Industries: Facility Infrastructure | Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul | Metal Processing & Fabrication
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
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Overview
MOLYKOTE® 5 Compound is a unique, silicone-based grease like paste lubricant engineered for long-term protection of high current electrical switches and insulators. MOLYKOTE® 5 Compound exhibits non-conductive and water-resistance performance allowing for extended service life compared to conventional compound technologies.
MOLYKOTE® 5 Compound helps reduce the frequency of arcing or flashovers in insulators and bushings and is compatible with a broad range of rubbers, metals, and plastics. MOLYKOTE® 5 compound provides a versatile lubricant solution for a wide range of applications with an easy-to-apply silicone formulation.
Specifications
Product Type: Compound Lubricant
NLGI Grade: 3
Thickener: Silica
Low Temperature: -54°C (-65°F)
High Temperature: 232°C (450°F)
Color: Translucent Light Gray
Dielectric Strength (50 mil gap): 545 V/mil
Arc Resistance (ASTM D495): 101 seconds
Features & Benefits
- Virtually inert and non-volatile performance
- Robust temperature operating range (-65°F to 450°F)
- Excellent oxidative & moisture resistance
- Easy to apply without stringing
- Reduced arcing or electrical flashover
- Non-conductive
- Excellent water-repellent performance
- High quality silicone (dimethyl and phenylmethyl-based fluids)
- Very effective on metal-to-metal surfaces
Problems Solved
High Voltage Safety Concerns with Arcing or Flashover Insufficient Electrical Compound Lifespan Difficult to Apply or Stringy Compounds
Applications
MOLYKOTE® 5 Compound is a versatile electrical protective coating and lubricant that can be used for a variety of equipment types and applications, including:
High Current Insulators and Bushings
High-Voltage Equipment & Systems
Static and Dynamic O-ring Seals
Insulator Threads and Bolts
Jacketed Control Cables
Contacts and Band Tightening Fasteners or Screws
Plastic, Metal and Rubber Surfaces
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