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MOLYKOTE® 316 Silicone Release Spray

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MOLYKOTE® 316 Silicone Release Spray is a silicone-based, anti-sticking aerosol-spray compound dispersed in petroleum distillate for exceptional friction reduction on a variety of surfaces.

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Product Overview

MOLYKOTE® 316 Silicone Release Spray is an easy-to-apply, multipurpose anti-sticking agent with exceptional thermal stability and longevity.  MOLYKOTE® 316 exhibits high oxidative stability, and the dried coating has very low inherent volatility in environments up to 199°C (390°F). MOLYKOTE® 316 Silicone Release Spray provides a long-term coating that easily resists buildup, retention, and sticking, which can be undesirable in many processes and equipment types.

Applications

MOLYKOTE® 316 Silicone Release Spray has a truly staggering number of applications, including but not limited to the following:

Containers for glue and adhesive
Surfaces and tables where friction is undesired
Cutting edges of tools and sawblades
Chutes and rollers
Food and beverage processing equipment: Heat seal bars, packaging equipment, evaporator tubes, preheated systems, heating coils, cooking vessels, conveyor guides and rails, freezer trays, cold storage shelves, dispensing nozzles, and chutes
Rotary letterpress printing: Tail sheets, saw blades, table surfaces, storage trays, conveyor guides and rails, pulley systems and cables, valves, and fittings
Magazine and book bindery processes: Glue pots, paste jars, and cutter tables and surfaces

Features & Benefits

Easy-to-apply spray package
Meets performance requirements of FDA 21 CFR 175.300
Prevents surface buildup formation
Rapid drying time (three minutes)
Extended-term coating lifespan

Problems Solved

Excessive surface sticking or clogging
High levels of surface buildup or gummy formation
High cutting tool wear from excessive friction

Product Specifications

Product Type: Lubricant Spray
Thickener system: Silica
Low temperature: −40°C (−40°F)
High temperature: 199°C (390°F)
Color: Clear
Flash point (bulk): −8°C (18°F)
Density: 0.75 g/mL

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