MOLYKOTE® For Metal Manufacturing

Dry Film Lubricants and Metal Parts Manufacturing

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Dry lubrication, or solid film lubricant coatings, can be found on a wide array of commercial and consumer parts and components. Rather than using a liquid or an oil to help provide lubrication, a manufacturing company can apply a dry film lubricant or anti-friction coating (AFC) to protect surfaces from corrosion, galling, and wear for the long term.

Applying a dry film lubricant coating during the manufacturing process yields benefits for protecting finished custom parts during storage and shipment before final installation or assembly. It also provides a slick and attractive surface finish associated with premier fabrication companies.

The Coating Process with MOLYKOTE® Anti-Friction Coatings

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The dry film lubricant performance from MOLYKOTE® anti-friction coatings (AFC) can help take your manufacturing to the next level. The AFC application is very similar to a powder coating process. The substrate in question is pretreated to ensure a prepared, clean, and dry surface, at which point the anti-friction coating is applied to the piece via spray, brushing, or other common application method. Afterward, the piece is cured at room temperature or higher to ensure adequate and nearly permanent adhesion. The finished product is then imparted with corrosion protection, significantly decreased friction, and enhanced wear resistance.

Why Use a MOLYKOTE® AFC in Metal Fabrication? 

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MOLYKOTE® anti-friction coating lubricant solutions provide a wide range of performance features that make them ideal for maintenance-free protection on finished metal components. For parts and components manufactured by a CNC machine or through other metal fabrication methods, the anti-friction coatings act as a semipermanent dry film lubricant to protect and preserve surface integrity.

The DuPont MOLYKOTE® AFCs also provide a range of additional lubricant benefits, including but not limited to: 

• Dust, dirt, and moisture resistance
• Rust prevention 
• Nonflammable and nonstaining protection
• Lifetime lubrication potential
• Stay-in place performance, unlike conventional oil solutions