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Dry / Solid Lubricant Powders
- Tungsten Disulfide (WS2) Powder
- Hex-Boron Nitride (hBN) Powder
- Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2) Powder
- PTFE Micronized Powder
Tungsten Disulfide is extremely lubricious. It does not stick to anything easily and has to be forcefully applied to a substrate to stick. Maximum film thickness possible is 0.5 micron (0.00002" or 0.02 thou), as one particle of WS2 does not stick to another particle of WS2. But single layer of WS2 particles is enough to provide excellent long lasting lubricity.
Mentioned below are few methods which have worked:
This is most acceptable and proven method. This should be done in enclosed area such as sand blasting unit where powder dust can be contained.
Correct Method is:
Blasting with Alumina and WS2 should be done in different sand blasting units. If you have a blasting unit with powder recovery system, you can reuse WS2 powder. Make sure you have fine filters on these units.
This method too works but takes time and is laborious.
Speed and friction determine how effectively the material bonds to the part. The greater the speed and the pressure of application, the greater the bond. For best results use a power tool. A buffing wheel, Dremel tool or even a hone can be used.
Correct Method is:
This method is ideal for bullets and other small parts.
Speed and friction determine how effectively the material bonds to the part. The greater the speed and the pressure of application, the greater the bond. For best results use a power tool. A buffing wheel, Dremel tool or even a hone can be used.
Correct Method is:
Correct Method is: