7 replies to this topic

[YIN93]

Would this be ok to use as an alternative to Eheim lubricant spray? Is it safe for fish and plants? Has anyone use it before?

Thanks

http://www.bunnings....ricant_p6100407

[Mattymak]

I wouldn't risk it, but I'm a bit funny with things like that haha

[aussiemcgee]

get some silicone grease from a dive shop

[Kleinz]

What's the application?

[YIN93]

To lube eheim filters after cleaning.

[Westie]

What about if you're not lactose tolerant? Try soy based:

 

Remember, it Lubricates, Penetrates, and Protects.

[Bombshocked]

im also interested in this, id assume some kind of a food grade/aquaponics grade silicon lube would be required, we used to use a silicon lubricant on the boats up north for the internal rubber seal inbetween the removable cap and the fitting for the hose on the fire hydrants.

it would stop the rubber seals inside cracking from age/salt damage

 

a quick google search brought this up

 

Food grade silicon grease

From: $14

Haynes Silicone Grease is a food-grade grease that can be used on a variety of application in food and pharmaceutical plants where incidental food contact may occur. Haynes Silicone Grease is NSF rated H-1 and made from ingredients that are FDA approved. This sanitary grease complies with all regulatory agencies.

Temperature range: -10 F (-23 C) to 500F (260C).

Haynes Silicone Grease is specifically formulated with the highest quality silicone fluid and additives to meet the unique demands placed on all types of food processing equipment. This grease will prevent valves and o-rings from sticking in both high temperature and low temperature (freezing) conditions. Haynes Silicone

 

http://www.talkcoffe...silicon-grease/

 

something like this is what i would imagine should be used in minor ammount on the O-Rings / seals every few months

Edited by Bombshocked, 17 September 2014 - 01:45 PM.

[ice]

Go see Steve Green and get the Lanotec type A grease. Best there is!