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DIY & Home Improvement

SlimJimmy

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11. I'm not sure if it's dielectric or not.

Reply to intrepidity (Reply #10)

Tue Nov 1, 2022, 02:01 PM

Nov 2022

Meaning, okay to use near electronics. With lock and safe parts not being close to electrical parts, for the most part, I never really had that much of a concern about it. Good point though, and something I'll check on.

As to bearings, I would using something more robust like a white grease lubricant since the bearings would be under much more constant stress (heat buildup) than a lock or safe part.

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What oil (lubricant) to use for door locks and safe locks [View all] SlimJimmy Oct 2022 OP

What about Three-in-One oil? brush Oct 2022 #1

It's okay, but for locks, I highly recommend either Houdini or tri-flow. SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #3

Thanks. I've been using graphite forever. rubbersole Oct 2022 #2

The problem is what's happening inside the lock with the graphite. SlimJimmy Oct 2022 #4

Is spray silicone a no-no? Drum Nov 2022 #5

Spray silicone is great at first, but will tend to harden or dry out over time. SlimJimmy Nov 2022 #6

Thanks for the clarification and this OP--interesting and useful Drum Nov 2022 #7

Is PTFE ok? nt intrepidity Nov 2022 #8

Yes, PTFE is a good base for a lubricant. SlimJimmy Nov 2022 #9

Right, that's the stuff I use intrepidity Nov 2022 #10

I'm not sure if it's dielectric or not. SlimJimmy Nov 2022 #11

Re bearings intrepidity Nov 2022 #12

You made a wise choice opting for the PTFE as opposed to 3n1 SlimJimmy Nov 2022 #13

What oil (lubricant) to use for door locks and safe locks Gavra Mead Barcelona Jan 2023 #14