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| There are many lubricant options on the market, and most options will work fine. However the best lubricant options are discussed below. | There are many lubricant options on the market, and most options will work fine. However the best lubricant options are discussed below. | ||
| - | Before applying a lubricant, it is best to wipe the surfaces to remove dirt, debris and old grease. | + | Before applying a lubricant, it is best to wipe the surfaces |
| - | === Sewing machine oil === | + | === Sewing machine |
| **Good for X & Y axis. Bad for Z axis** | **Good for X & Y axis. Bad for Z axis** | ||
| - | This is a thin oil that is good for lubricating bearings and rails. The low viscosity means that it will provide a nice thin layer of lubrication between metal surfaces without adding significant drag or friction. | + | This is a thin oil that is good for lubricating bearings and rails. The low viscosity means that it will provide a nice thin layer of lubrication between metal surfaces without adding significant drag or friction. |
| === Silicone Grease === | === Silicone Grease === | ||
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| PTFE based grease contains a polymer that creates a thin coating on moving parts. PTFE based lubricants are excellent for use in 3D printers, and are the best option for avoiding dust and debris being attracted to (and collecting on) the linear rails or rods. Dry lubricants are commonly used on bike chains in dry and dusty environments, | PTFE based grease contains a polymer that creates a thin coating on moving parts. PTFE based lubricants are excellent for use in 3D printers, and are the best option for avoiding dust and debris being attracted to (and collecting on) the linear rails or rods. Dry lubricants are commonly used on bike chains in dry and dusty environments, | ||
| + | === Silicone + PTFE-based/ | ||
| + | **Excellent for all X, Y & Z axis** | ||
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| + | The best of both worlds, this combination has a reasonable viscosity to make is suitable for almost any light machinery application. | ||
| + | Examples include SuperLube (linked below). | ||
| + | In chemical industries this can also be bought as Krytox... but for around 10x the price of consumer products! | ||
| ==== What to buy ==== | ==== What to buy ==== | ||
| The best recommended options are listed below: | The best recommended options are listed below: | ||
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