Apiezon AP100 Grease is a silicone-free vacuum grease and lubricant. Containing PTFE, AP100 exhibits extremely high levels of lubricity and has been shown to provide eight times the level of lubrication offered by standard, petroleum-based lubricating greases. Apiezon AP100 is designed for use at ambient temperatures (generally between 10 to 30°C / 50 to 86°F).

 

Excellent Lubrication 

Containing PTFE, Apiezon AP100 exhibits extremely high levels of lubricity. Indeed, with a lubricity 4 Ball Test value of 450 kg, it provides eight times the level of lubrication offered by conventional petroleum based lubricating greases. 

Apiezon AP100 is thus ideal for use in stepping motors and gearboxes where it affords protection against abrasion and corrosion, particularly under high load conditions. It can also be used to prevent the seizure of glass joints, stopcocks and taps or the corrosion of small metal fastenings. 

 

Ultra High Vacuum 

As the vapour pressure graph opposite demonstrates, Apiezon AP100 exhibits extremely low vapour pressure characteristics at ambient temperatures and can be used with confidence under ultra high vacuum conditions. 

 

Silicone free 

As a hydrocarbon based grease, Apiezon AP100 is highly resistant to "creep" or “carry over”, a phenomenon associated with silicone-based products. Silicone has a tendency to travel away from the area of application and contaminate adjacent surfaces.

 

Compatibility 

Apiezon AP100 is compatible with a wide 

range of o-ring materials including:- 

- Viton 

- Silicone 

- Nitrile (>30% nitrile content) 

- Nylon 

- Polyurethane 

- Polyethylene 

- Polypropylene