MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray – Assembly paste for the food industry
In the food and beverage industry, the reliability of mechanical equipment is crucial to keeping production running smoothly and avoiding unplanned, and often costly, downtime. Optimizing maintenance and increasing component durability are therefore major challenges. It’s against this backdrop that MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray stands out as an essential asset for professionals.
MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray: High-Performance Grease
MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray is a white aerosol grease specially designed for mechanical components used in food and beverage processing equipment. Thanks to its unique composition, it offers long-lasting lubrication while meeting NSF H1 classification, guaranteeing safety in the event of accidental contact with food, in compliance with FDA regulation 21 CFR 178.3570.
Meeting market challenges with efficiency
Reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life are common objectives in all industries. MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray makes this easier with its outstanding properties:
- Long-lasting lubrication: Reduced wear and extended component life.
- Simplified application: The aerosol allows fast, precise application, even in hard-to-reach areas, thanks to a collapsible extension tube.
- Standards compliance: NSF H1, suitable for the food industry, making it ideal for fasteners, threaded connections or injection-molding pins.
Key product features
MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray features a number of important technical characteristics:
- Low coefficient of friction: Ensures optimized mechanical assembly, reducing the effort required during clamping.
- Excellent resistance to water and corrosion: Salt spray tests show lasting protection after 100 hours of exposure.
- High load capacity: withstands mechanical loads of up to 1400 N (ASTM D5706-05 test).
- Extended temperature range: Operates effectively in extreme conditions, from -30°C to +300°C.
Tests that confirm reliability
The performance of MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray has been rigorously tested. A screwing test demonstrated that the product delivers consistent forces over several tightenings, irrespective of screw type. In addition, high-temperature break-torque tests showed that the paste remains effective even after prolonged exposure to 300°C. These results confirm its robustness and reliability under demanding industrial conditions.
A few figures to put things into perspective
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | White |
| Spray rate | 90 to 130 g/min |
| Density at 20°C | 1,0 to 1,04 g/cm³ |
| Operating temperature1 | -30°C à +300°C |
| Load capacity (ASTM² D5706) | 1400 N |
| Coefficient of friction (Schatz) | Head: 0.09 / Thread: 0.11 |
| Corrosion protection | 100 h salt spray test |
1ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials | ²After evaporation of propellant and solvent.
A product for modern maintenance
The ease of use of this product enables maintenance teams to reduce the time needed to maintain equipment. Whether for large surfaces or specific points, the aerosol can enables fast, precise application, reducing production downtime.
Conclusion: MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray, a must-have for the food industry
In short, MOLYKOTE® P-1900 FM Paste Spray is much more than just a lubricant. It’s a solution designed to meet the specific needs of the food industry, offering advantages in terms of durability, performance and ease of use. Its ability to extend equipment life while reducing maintenance time makes it an essential choice for professionals looking for reliable, efficient solutions.