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Connector greases from Nye Lubricants

Synthetic greases for electrical components

The number of electrical connectors and electronic circuits in devices such as cars, planes, appliances, industrial machinery, trucks or boats is continuously growing. Failure of these components, from short circuit to continuity loss, present a major concern as issues can vary from nuisance to increased warranty costs to critical safety problems. The constant exposure to moisture, corrosive environments, and vibration can also accelerate the failure or malfunction of components.

As the complexity of control systems increases, the number of pins on multi-pin connectors continues to grow. Mating multi-pin connectors often requires significant force – creating the potential for incomplete mating, as well as repetitive-motion injuries for assembly workers.

 

Why should electrical contacts be lubricated?

Reduction of friction

A thin film of lubricant can reduce mating force by as much as 80 percent, an important factor in connector assembly. For electronic connectors with dozens or even hundreds of pins, or for automotive connectors that are in hard-to-reach places, a low insertion force makes assembly more efficient and ensures solid connections.

Protection against oxidation

Lubricants guard against oxidation and the effects of harsh environments. With gold-plated connectors this means protection against substrate corrosion. Thin gold plating can be microscopically porous; and a thin film of lubricant can seal the pores, prevent substrate attack and assure low contact resistance.

Preventing fretting corrosion

In addition to atmospheric corrosion, tin/lead connectors are also subject to fretting corrosion, which is mainly caused by vibration and shock. Fretting corrosion continually exposes fresh layers of metal surface to oxidation. A lubricant film minimizes metal-to-metal contact during vibration, protecting the connector from metal wear.

Advantages of lubricating electrical components

  • Extend functional life of components
  • Improve reliability of connections
  • Seal & protect from environmental elements
  • Prevent fretting wear & corrosion
  • Reduce insertion force
  • Insulate against electrical short circuits
 

How to select your connector grease

Connector greases from Nye Lubricants are compatible with most materials used in connectors. They are designed for long-life and performance in high temperature and severe environments. Nye greases are available in a variety of packaging sizes for both high-volume production dispensing and small volume dispensing, such as field repair activities.

NyoGel 760G

Leading connector grease across several industries with specification at a wide-range of leading OEM's. Good fretting corrosion protection and dielectric isolation capabilities. Compatible with common connector materials.*

Rheotemp 768G

Similar performance as NyoGel® 760G, with a higher maximum temperature capability of 175°C.*

Rheotemp 769G

Formulated to offer outstanding dielectric performance, reduction of insertion force, and fretting wear protection.*

Uniflor 8917

Recommended for applications with high operating temperatures up to 225°C. Compatible with a wide range of plastics and elastomers. Excellent insertion force reduction.

*contains UV dye for application validation

Overview of Nye connector greases

Product

Fretting Wear Protection

Dielectric Performance

Insertion Force Reduction

Water Resistance

NyoGel 760G

good

good

good

excellent

Rheotemp 768G

good

good

good

excellent

Rheotemp 769G

excellent

excellent

good

excellent

Uniflor 8917

excellent

good

good

poor

Who is Nye?

Nye Lubricants joined the FUCHS Group in 2020 and complements the portfolio with synthetic lubricants for special applications and markets.

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