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Superior coating, exceptional corrosion protection and the latest technology in waterborne and lead-free products. When you spec QPL coatings from Sandstrom, you can expect to get all of the above. Our Dry Film Lubricants are trusted by engineers for all sorts of applications. We offer commercial Dry Film Lubricants to fit a variety of performance needs. When performance matters most, our customers count on Dry Film Lubricants from Sandstrom. And you can, too.

Standard DFLs
Ambient Cured DFLs
Heat Cured DFLs

Standard Dry Film Lubricants

Sandstrom Poxylube® #835 is an environmentally safe coating to apply when VOC restrictions, part size or substrate composition prohibit the use of Sandstrom solvent-borne and/or heat-cured Poxylube® PTFE products.

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Sandstrom #103 contains molybdenum disulfide, PTFE and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This material prevents galling and provides unique wear properties, corrosion protection and exceptional chemical and fluid resistance. Sandstrom #103 can be applied over all metals by spray application.

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Sandstrom #099 Dry Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This heat curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing, and fretting. It is a low-friction coating that exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +500°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. Sandstrom #099 should be applied where maximum wear life and corrosion protection from a DFL are required. Sandstrom #099 may be applied by brush, dip or spray method to a wide variety of surfaces. After it is heat cured, #099 is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils, degreasers and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures.

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Sandstrom 28A is used more than any other Sandstrom product by the U.S. Department of Defense due to the excellent corrosion resistance and load carrying capacity it offers for convenient and practical in-field application.

28A is listed on the United States’ Deptartment of Defense QPL for MIL-L-23398 Types I & II, NATO Code S-749 and QPL for MIL-PRF-46147 Type I Color 1 Forms 1 & 2.

Sandstrom 28A SFL is a lacquer-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This air drying material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. It is a low-friction coating that exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +300°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. Sandstrom 28A should be applied where baking with the longer wearing, heat cured #099, Sandstrom 9A or LC-300 is not desirable or practical. 

Once 28A has been applied to a properly prepared surface and allowed to cure, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, acids, oils and degreasers. Sandstrom 28A can be applied to all metallic and non-metallic surfaces by spray application.

Offered in bulk dispersion, aerosol cans or marker pens (now includes a brush tip), Sandstrom 28A is toxic heavy metals and HAP-solvent free. *See Technical Data Sheet for more details.

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Sandstrom Piston Skirt Coating is a heat curing Solid Film Lubricant for use in piston skirt applications. This coating provides very low friction and extremely low wear against conventional cylinder bore surfaces honed to a standard 10 – 20 microinch surface finish. It is also suitable for applications requiring extremely low wear and corrosion resistance against most surfaces involving boundary coating conditions such as oil pump wear surfaces, cylinder bore surfaces etc.

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Sandstrom #75C Conductive Solid Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing graphite. This heat curing material provides excellent conductivity while exhibiting low friction properties. Once #75C has been cured, it is virtually unaffected by solvents, oils, degreasers, aviation fluids and water. Sandstrom #75C can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces by spraying or dipping.

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Sandstrom 9A Dry Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This heat curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. It is a low-friction coating which exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +500°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. Sandstrom 9A should be applied where maximum wear life and corrosion protection from a DFL are required. Sandstrom 9A may be applied by brush, dip or spray method to a wide variety of surfaces. After it is heat cured, 9A is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils or degreasers and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures.

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Sandstrom 9A-XF Dry Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This heat curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing, and fretting. It is a low-friction coating which exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +500°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. 9A-XF should be applied where maximum wear life and corrosion protection from a Dry Film Lubricant are required. 9A-XF can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces by spraying or dipping. Once Sandstrom 9A-XF has been heat cured, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils, degreasers, and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures. Sandstrom 9A-XF offers similar performance properties as 9A but features extra fine pigment particles with a higher viscosity. Use Sandstrom #099 as an alternative to 9A-XF where low VOC and no lead are preferred. Sandstrom #099’s performance is comparable to 9A-XF.

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Sandstrom Poxylube® #800 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with PTFE to provide excellent coating, fluid resistance and corrosion protection. This heat cured material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. Once Sandstrom Poxylube® #800 has been applied to a properly prepared surface and allowed to cure, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers. Poxylube® #800 can be applied to all metallic and nonmetallic surfaces by spray or dip application.

POXYLUBE® #800 CONTAINS NO GRAPHITE.

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Poxylube® #820 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with PTFE to provide excellent coating, fluid resistance and corrosion protection. This Air Drying material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting.

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The #8558 Aluminum Baking Finish Kit consists of:

  • 4 Parts Component A (E860-000) Epoxy Resin
  • 1 Part Component B (E860-M16) Pigment
  • 3 Parts Component C (G110-C01) Catalyst Thinner

Aluminum Baking Finish #8558 components can be combined to form two types:

  • Type I – Thinned form (three-component)
  • Type II – Two-component form
  • Use Type as specified on drawing, when applicable.
  • Product components listed on Hamilton Sundstrand MS37.18 as UNS 8559, UNS 8560, UNS 1100.
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Poxylube® #887 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with PTFE to provide coating, fluid resistance and corrosion protection. This heat cured material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. Once Poxylube® #887 has been applied to a properly prepared surface and allowed to cure, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers. Poxylube® #887 can be applied to all metallic and nonmetallic surfaces by spray or dip application.

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Sandstrom #329 is a single component, waterborne, inorganic heat-curing coating that may be applied to a wide variety of metals. It is intended for use on components that will operate in environments where properties of organic materials are not desired.

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Sandstrom HI-T 650 Solid Film Lubricant is a lacquer-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion-inhibiting pigments with a silicone vehicle. It is a specialized product designed to prevent galling and provide long wear life at high temperatures (500°F to 750°F) exceeding the operational ranges of Sandstrom 9A and 28A. Higher pigment loading protects all metals from galling, fretting, and seizing. This SFL exhibits extremely low friction and anti-galling characteristics at loads in excess of 100,000 psi. It may be applied by spray or dip. Complete application instructions are on the reverse of this sheet. Each batch is tested and conforms to the requirements of the latest revision of PWA 550.

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Sandstrom LC-300 is a lead free lacquer-like Dry Film Lubricant containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion-inhibiting pigments. This Heat Curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. It is a low-friction coating that exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +400°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. LC-300 may be applied by brush, dip or spray method. After it is heat cured, LC-300 is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures

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Sandstrom CP-LUBE (Poxylube® CP-200) coats without the contamination of dust or debris pick-up associated with oils or other liquid coatings. The dry film clings to all metallic and nonmetallic surfaces and is not affected by water or normal temperature fluctuations. Ideal for use on moving, sliding or connecting parts in industrial or home application projects.

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POXYLUBE 303 is a high performance 2 component water reducible urethane.

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Designed to meet Boeing BMS 3-8 requirements for process specification BAC 5811, this waterborne solid film lubricant is tough enough to operate effectively between -100°F to +500°F. Use where high loads are expected and low friction is a must.

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Series E345 is a 2-part air/force dry epoxy product designed to reduce friction on mating, moving parts. The product is designed to be dispensed through an automated mixing device.

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Sandstrom E874 PTFE Modified Dry Film Lubricant is a heat curing, single component epoxy / phenolic coating formula. It lubricates with excellent corrosion protection and fluid resistance. This coating shares the same resin system as the venerable Sandstrom 9A, a material with a proven track record through over 50 years of military and industrial applications worldwide.

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Ambient Cure DFLs

Benefits of an Ambient Cure Coating

Components that are too large to fit into an oven can be coated with an air dry Solid Film Lubricants to obtain the performance properties desired from a bonded coating.
When in field use precludes application of a heat cured coating, an air dry coating offers the protection desired without the hassle of pulling equipment or components from the field.
Substrates that cannot withstand heat curing temperatures can still have improved performance characteristics when coated with an air dry coating.

General Tips and Cautions:

The functional properties of heat cured coatings exceed those of ambient cure coatings. Therefore, use a heat cured coating when possible to achieve the highest performance.
When air drying a DFL, apply the following ideal conditions to ensure the best cure:

Air, Part, and Product Temperature of 77°F +/- 5°F
Air at ≤ 70% Relative Humidity
When these ideal conditions cannot be met in the field, longer dry times are necessary to obtain optimum performance.

Prior to application of the coating, determine the best surface preparation (phosphate, anodize, etc.) for the substrate and the desired performance characteristics.
Permanent coatings should not be used in conjunction with oils or greases unless field use instructs otherwise.
Sandstrom Dry Film Lubricants are not suitable for surfaces that may contact food or on food-processing or food-handling equipment.

Sandstrom 28A is used more than any other Sandstrom product by the U.S. Department of Defense due to the excellent corrosion resistance and load carrying capacity it offers for convenient and practical in-field application.

28A is listed on the United States’ Deptartment of Defense QPL for MIL-L-23398 Types I & II, NATO Code S-749 and QPL for MIL-PRF-46147 Type I Color 1 Forms 1 & 2.

Sandstrom 28A SFL is a lacquer-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This air drying material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. It is a low-friction coating that exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +300°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. Sandstrom 28A should be applied where baking with the longer wearing, heat cured #099, Sandstrom 9A or LC-300 is not desirable or practical. 

Once 28A has been applied to a properly prepared surface and allowed to cure, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, acids, oils and degreasers. Sandstrom 28A can be applied to all metallic and non-metallic surfaces by spray application.

Offered in bulk dispersion, aerosol cans or marker pens (now includes a brush tip), Sandstrom 28A is toxic heavy metals and HAP-solvent free. *See Technical Data Sheet for more details.

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Sandstrom HI-T 650 Solid Film Lubricant is a lacquer-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion-inhibiting pigments with a silicone vehicle. It is a specialized product designed to prevent galling and provide long wear life at high temperatures (500°F to 750°F) exceeding the operational ranges of Sandstrom 9A and 28A. Higher pigment loading protects all metals from galling, fretting, and seizing. This SFL exhibits extremely low friction and anti-galling characteristics at loads in excess of 100,000 psi. It may be applied by spray or dip. Complete application instructions are on the reverse of this sheet. Each batch is tested and conforms to the requirements of the latest revision of PWA 550.

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Sandstrom E760 Solid Film Lubricant is a thermoplastic coating containing molybdenum disulfide, PTFE and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This attractive looking air-drying material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting.

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Poxylube® #820 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with PTFE to provide excellent coating, fluid resistance and corrosion protection. This Air Drying material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting.

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Recommended for applications requiring an environmentally safe coating, Poxylube® #835 is a waterborne, PTFE coating convenient for in-field application or on substrates that cannot be subjected to heat curing. It is known for providing excellent surface slip coating.

Cure Time: 24 Hours

Coating Pigment: PTFE

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Sandstrom CP-LUBE (Poxylube® CP-200) coats without the contamination of dust or debris pick-up associated with oils or other liquid coatings. The dry film clings to all metallic and nonmetallic surfaces and is not affected by water or normal temperature fluctuations. Ideal for use on moving, sliding or connecting parts in industrial or home application projects. A unique stainless steel spray needle is available as an optional attachment for easier insertion and for those hard to reach areas.

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Series E345 is a 2-part air/force dry epoxy product designed to reduce friction on mating, moving parts. The product is designed to be dispensed through an automated mixing device.

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Heat Cure DFLs

Benefits of a Heat Cured Coating

The resin systems of a heat cured coating will typically yield greater performance properties (e.g., Operating Temperature Range, Corrosion Protection, Wear Life, Load Carry, Chemical and Fluid Resistance) than an air dry coating.

General Tips and Cautions:

None of our coatings should be baked in anything other than a Class A oven, which is specially designed for flammable or combustible materials. Use of any other type of oven could result in serious bodily injury or property damage. Ensure the oven is properly vented before starting.
We offer coatings that can be heat cured at temperatures ranging from 250°F to 480°F.  Do NOT choose a coating that will subject metals or other substrates to temperatures that may adversely affect the substrate’s inherent properties.
Start timing when the part reaches temperature, not when the part is placed into the Class A oven, unless otherwise instructed.
Prior to application of the coatings, determine the best surface preparation (phosphate, anodize, etc.) for the substrate and the desired performance characteristics.
Permanent coatings should not be used in conjunction with oils or greases unless field use instructs otherwise.
Sandstrom Dry Film Lubricants are not suitable for surfaces that may contact food or on food-processing or food-handling equipment.

Molybdenum Disulfide Coatings

Sandstrom 9A Dry Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This heat curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. It is a low-friction coating which exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +500°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. Sandstrom 9A should be applied where maximum wear life and corrosion protection from a DFL are required. Sandstrom 9A may be applied by brush, dip or spray method to a wide variety of surfaces. After it is heat cured, 9A is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils or degreasers and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures.

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Sandstrom #099 Dry Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This heat curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing, and fretting. It is a low-friction coating that exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +500°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. Sandstrom #099 should be applied where maximum wear life and corrosion protection from a DFL are required. Sandstrom #099 may be applied by brush, dip or spray method to a wide variety of surfaces. After it is heat cured, #099 is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils, degreasers and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures.

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Sandstrom LC-300 is a lead free lacquer-like Dry Film Lubricant containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion-inhibiting pigments. This Heat Curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. It is a low-friction coating that exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +400°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. LC-300 may be applied by brush, dip or spray method. After it is heat cured, LC-300 is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures

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Sandstrom HI-T 650 Solid Film Lubricant is a lacquer-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion-inhibiting pigments with a silicone vehicle. It is a specialized product designed to prevent galling and provide long wear life at high temperatures (500°F to 750°F) exceeding the operational ranges of Sandstrom 9A and 28A. Higher pigment loading protects all metals from galling, fretting, and seizing. This SFL exhibits extremely low friction and anti-galling characteristics at loads in excess of 100,000 psi. It may be applied by spray or dip. Complete application instructions are on the reverse of this sheet. Each batch is tested and conforms to the requirements of the latest revision of PWA 550.

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Sandstrom 9A-XF Dry Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This heat curing material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing, and fretting. It is a low-friction coating which exhibits long wear life when operated at -320°F to +500°F under loads exceeding 100,000 psi. 9A-XF should be applied where maximum wear life and corrosion protection from a Dry Film Lubricant are required. 9A-XF can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces by spraying or dipping. Once Sandstrom 9A-XF has been heat cured, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils, degreasers, and is not re-softened at elevated temperatures. Sandstrom 9A-XF offers similar performance properties as 9A but features extra fine pigment particles with a higher viscosity. Use Sandstrom #099 as an alternative to 9A-XF where low VOC and no lead are preferred. Sandstrom #099’s performance is comparable to 9A-XF.

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PTFE AND MOLY / PTFE BLEND COATINGS

Poxylube® #887 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with PTFE to provide coating, fluid resistance and corrosion protection. This heat cured material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. Once Poxylube® #887 has been applied to a properly prepared surface and allowed to cure, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers. Poxylube® #887 can be applied to all metallic and nonmetallic surfaces by spray or dip application.

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Sandstrom Poxylube® #874 is a heat curing, single component epoxy / phenolic coating formulated with PTFE. It lubricates with excellent corrosion protection and fluid resistance. This coating shares the same resin system as Sandstrom 9A, a material with a proven track record through over 50 years of military and industrial applications worldwide.

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Sandstrom Poxylube #890 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with FEP to provide lubrication, fluid resistance and release properties.

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Sandstrom #103 contains molybdenum disulfide, PTFE and corrosion inhibiting pigments. This material prevents galling and provides unique wear properties, corrosion protection and exceptional chemical and fluid resistance. Sandstrom #103 can be applied over all metals by spray application.

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Poxylube® #859 is an easy-to-apply heavy duty protective PTFE coating that can be purchased in multiple colors. Its superior mar resistance and corrosion protection have earned its application on tens of thousands of various gun magazines every month. Custom colors are available per volume-based orders.

Cure Time: 1 Hour          Cure Temp: @ 300°

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Sandstrom Poxylube® #800 Dry Film Lubricant is a single component epoxy formulated with PTFE to provide excellent coating, fluid resistance and corrosion protection. This heat cured material prevents corrosion, galling, seizing and fretting. Once Sandstrom Poxylube® #800 has been applied to a properly prepared surface and allowed to cure, it is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers. Poxylube® #800 can be applied to all metallic and nonmetallic surfaces by spray or dip application.

POXYLUBE® #800 CONTAINS NO GRAPHITE.

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MOLY & GRAPHITE BLEND Coatings

Designed to meet Boeing BMS 3-8 requirements for process specification BAC 5811, this waterborne solid film lubricant is tough enough to operate effectively between -100°F to +500°F. Use where high loads are expected and low friction is a must.

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Sandstrom #329 is a single component, waterborne, inorganic heat-curing coating that may be applied to a wide variety of metals. It is intended for use on components that will operate in environments where properties of organic materials are not desired.

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Sandstrom offers the L270 line of inorganic, waterborne coatings designed to withstand temperatures up to 400°C and 600°C and thermal shock for compatibility with liquid oxygen. These LOX compatible coatings are for use in extreme environments where the substrate is exposed to temperatures cycling in and out of intense heat. Applications have included aerospace, including aviation and spaceflight, and automotive components.

L277 – Cure Time: 35 to 45 mintues Cure Temp: Up to 350°F

L278 (Gray or Black) – Cure Time: 35 to 45 mintues Cure Temp: Up to 350°F

L279 – Cure Time: 35 to 45 mintues Cure Temp: Up to 350°F

For additional product information please visit Heat / Chemical Resistant Coatings.

Graphite Coatings

Sandstrom #75C Conductive Solid Film Lubricant is a paint-like coating containing graphite. This heat curing material provides excellent conductivity while exhibiting low friction properties. Once #75C has been cured, it is virtually unaffected by solvents, oils, degreasers, aviation fluids and water. Sandstrom #75C can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces by spraying or dipping.

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Series E345 is a 2-part air/force dry epoxy product designed to reduce friction on mating, moving parts. The product is designed to be dispensed through an automated mixing device.

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