NEOLUBE NO. 1 LUBRICANT - COLLOIDAL GRAPHITE IN ISOPROPANOL
Neolube No. 1 is a dry film, conductive lubricant, used extensively at nuclear power generating plants and other nuclear facilities as an anti-seize compound, thread lubricant and for lubricating moving parts and rubbing surfaces.
The composition of this material is 99% pure furnace graphite particles, a thermoplastic resin and isopropanol.
The material has excellent radiation resistance and high chemical purity.
The thin, non-corrosive film of Neolube No. 1 prevents seizing, fretting, galling and resists abrasion.
It is easy to apply by spray, dip or brush and has excellent adhesion after a fast air dry.
NEOLUBE NO. 1 LUBRICANT - COLLOIDAL GRAPHITE IN ISOPROPANOL
APPLICATION: NUCLEAR POWER GENERATING PLANTS, NUCLEAR REACTORS, COMMERCIAL AND NAVAL
Neolube No. 1 is a dry film, conductive lubricant, used extensively at nuclear power generating plants and other nuclear facilities as an anti-seize compound, thread lubricant and for lubricating moving parts and rubbing surfaces.
The composition of this material is 99% pure furnace graphite particles, a thermoplastic resin and isopropanol. The material has excellent radiation resistance and high chemical purity. The thin, non-corrosive film of Neolube No. 1 prevents seizing, fretting, galling and resists abrasion. It is easy to apply by spray, dip or brush and has excellent adhesion after a fast air dry. The dry film of Neolube No. 1 will not migrate and it is non freezable.
Neolube No. 1 has satisfied the stringent requirements for lubricating the internal and auxiliary equipment mechanisms of commercial and naval nuclear reactor systems. Neolube No. 1 allows easy assembly, trouble-free operation and non-destructive disassembly. Neolube No. 1 provides non corrosive, dry adherent lubrication for metal parts with limited clearances in applications where control of impurities is required.
Neolube No. 1 is NOT RECOMMENDED FOR LUBRICATING THREADS IN THE REACTOR PRIMARY CONTAINMENT AREAS, where operating temperatures for the fittings are greater than 400°F. Neolube No. 1260 is recommended for use in containment and/or secondary side in nuclear applications.
A Certificate of Quality Conformance and Analysis is available for each lot upon request.
Neolube No. 1 has been used successfully in applications where it has withstood radiation levels of 1 x 109 rads.
Physical and Chemical Requirements |
MIL-L-24131C |
Total Solids Content, weight percent Graphite Content, percent of total solids |
3.3% +/- 0.50% 75% +/- 5% |
Particle size, microns Maximum dimensions of 90% of the particles Maximum dimensions of any particle |
4 Microns 10 Microns |
Ash, weight percent, maximum on total solids Fluorine, parts per million, maximum on total solids Chlorine, parts per million, maximum on totalsolids Sulfur, parts per million, maximum on total solids Lead, parts per million, maximum on total solids |
0.75% 20 PPM 200 PPM 200 PPM 150 PPM |
Film Properties (regular & irregular surfaces):
Adherence
Spalling
Appearance |
The coated surface will be dry and will not become exposed when subjected to light abrasion.
Film continuity will not be broken, and metal surfaces will not be exposed.
Dry, non-oily. |
Odor |
Characteristic of isopropanol, no odor of halogenated solvents will be detected. |
Mercury: Instruments and equipment containing mercury or compounds of mercury were not used in the manufacture and packaging of the lubricant, nor in testing and inspection, unless samples were discarded after the test. During the manufacturing processes, tests, and inspection, Neolube No. 1 did not come in contact with mercury or any of its compounds nor any mercury-containing devices employing a single boundary of containment. Compounds containing boron were not used in cleaning, processing equipment, or containers.
There is no intentional addition of low melting point metals such as lead, bismuth, zinc, mercury antimony, cadmium, tin, silicon, gallium, indium or arsenic to this product; nor of copper or silver. MeOH is not a component of Neolube No.1. This product is not approved by NSF for drinking water applications.
Physical Properties:(As Supplied):
| Lubricant | Processed micro graphite | Service Temperature | 400°F (204°C) | |
| Binder | Thermoplastic Resin | Intermittent Temperature | 850°F (454°C) | |
| Diluent | Isopropanol | Color | Black | |
| Consistency | Liquid | Solids Content | 3.30% +/- 0.50% | |
| Density | 6.6 lb./gal (0.791 kg/l) | Flash Point | 52°F (11°C | |
| Shelf Life | No limit in a closed container | Coefficient of Friction | 0.15 (Static) |
Dilution:
Neolube No. 1, is supplied in a ready-for-use form conforming to the requirements of MIL-L-24131C. If further dilution is required by the application, add isopropanol while stirring thoroughly.
Usage:
Substrates should be clean and dry before application. A solvent wipe and air dry is usually sufficient. For critical applications requiring maximum adhesion, the following pretreatment is recommended:
Steel Degrease, sand or vapor blast and/or phosphate coat.
Aluminum Degrease, sand or vapor blast, degrease, Meta Etch or anodize.
Stainless Steel Degrease, sand or vapor blast and/or Granodine 16 (Amchem)
Copper Alloys Degrease, sand or vapor blast, degrease, dilute nitric acid dip and water rinse.
Rubber Clean with appropriate solvent.
Plastic Sand lightly, wipe with appropriate solvent.
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE IN OXYGEN SYSTEMS
Application:
Shake or agitate well before using. Apply with the brush in cap applicator or by conventional spray, brush or dip methods.
Cure Time:
Material dries in approximately five minutes to the touch depending on temperature and humidity. Full cure properties up to two hours depending on thickness, temperature and humidity.
Packaging:
Neolube No. 1 is packaged in 2 ounce and 8 ounce non-halogenated plastic bottles with a brush in cap applicator.
Precautions:
Employ the customary safeguards in storing, handling and applying flammable material of this type. Use with adequate local exhaust ventilation if product is sprayed. Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
(See the Material Safety Data Sheet for proper first aid instructions.)
Containers must be tightly resealed to prevent evaporation and contamination.
Qualification Approval: Approving organization is the Naval Ship Engineering Center, Hyattsville, Maryland 20782. The date of the approval letter is 21 June 1974, Test Report Number (QPL) 10744.
PLEASE NOTE: "NEOLUBE PRODUCTS ARE NOT CONSIDERED SAFETY-RELATED GOODS. AS SUCH, THEY ARE NOT DESIGNED, FABRICATED, HANDLED, SHIPPED, STORED, ETC., UNDER A QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM THAT COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF 10CFR50, APPENDIX B, 10CFR21, OR ANSI STANDARDS."
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