What is Molybdenum Disulfide?
A. Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) is a naturally occurring mineral, formed and mined with other ores in various parts of the world. It is highly refined and processed into 0.5-micron average particle size at which time it can be used as a “solid lubricant.” It possesses the properties of being able to withstand extremely high load capacities (400,000 psi). It is chemically stable, has a very low coefficient of friction (0.05 to 0.09 in powder form) and has thermostability over 2,000F. All of these properties are essential to reduce metal to metal contact and thereby reduce friction, heat, and wear.
