Clean lubrication for paper and textile
Soluble or dry lubrication without sticky residue
Also known as: Graphite lubricant for paper mills · Clean lubrication for textile · Washable anti-stick for rollers · Wax-free lubricant for paper lines
Washable or dry graphite lubrication for paper and textile equipment.
[ Technical summary ]
In paper and textile, a greasy lubricant stains the product and attracts fiber. A film that reduces friction and can be cleaned is required. Graphite in a soluble solid or dry-film format covers rollers and guides without sticky wax. The stain requirement is set by the line. Compatibility with every process bath is not claimed.
Each process needs a specific product and application method. ESGRAF selects the solution according to temperature, material, load, cycle, and application method.
[ Problem it solves ]
Lubricate paper and textile equipment without greasy residue that stains the product or attracts fiber.
Processes
- Paper or textile production
- Roller and guide lubrication
Operating conditions
- Presence of fiber or process moisture
- Line-cleaning requirement
When it is suitable
- Grease stains the product or attracts fiber
- There is sticking on rollers or guides
- The plant requires a washable or dry lubricant
When it may not be suitable
- The product tolerates no black residue
- The process bath is incompatible with graphite
- The surface tolerates no black residue and there will be no cleaning stage
Process challenges
- Product staining
- Fiber stuck to the lubricant
- Line cleaning
Advantages
- Less sticky residue than waxes and greases
- Eases cleaning when the format is soluble
- Reduces sticking on rollers and guides
Limitations
- May leave black residue if over-applied
- Does not claim compatibility with every bath
- The plant chooses the format
[ Critical selection variables ]
These variables define the grade and the geometry. Actual values are confirmed against the grade datasheet.
- Required purity and allowable contaminationDecisive
- Application methodDecisive
- Fluid or medium in contactRelevant
- Humidity and ambient conditionsRelevant
- Reapplication frequencyRelevant
- Counterface material and finishRelevant
[ Required material properties ]
Properties that guide selection. Numerical values come from each grade's datasheet.
Critical properties
- Lubricating film formation
- Friction coefficient
- Self-lubrication
- Thermal stability
Secondary properties
- Wear resistance
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