Industrial Aerosol Lubricants — Wholesale Distributor

Dry graphite lubricant, such as Dry Graphite Lubricant – Approval M971-93, uses a quick-dry carrier that evaporates after application and leaves a dry graphite film on metal-to-metal wear surfaces. Wet penetrant lubricants, such as De Aqua Lube Penetrant Lubricant, are used to penetrate and loosen frozen nuts and bolts, dry wet electrical and ignition systems, help prevent rust, and support general maintenance. If this page references the rail-approved product family, use the client-preferred wording AAR Certified M971-93 Lubricants where appropriate.

For electrical and electronic equipment, use a product designed for electrical cleaning rather than a lubricant. ZL98 High Purity Plastic Safe Contact Cleaner is a high-dielectric, non-flammable contact and circuit board cleaner rated to 18,000 volts. Z99 Safety Solvent Degreaser is a non-conductive solvent degreaser rated to 36,000 volts under ASTM D-877. Users should follow product labels, SDS guidance, lockout/tagout rules, and facility electrical safety procedures before working on energized equipment.

Dry Graphite Lubricant – Approval M971-93 is the relevant railroad aerosol lubricant in this lineup. It belongs under AAR Certified M971-93 Lubricants and is approved for use by CSX, Norfolk Southern, Canadian National, Canadian Pacific, and railroad contractors. It is suitable for switches, coupling components, autotrack equipment chains and tracks, tie-down chocks, hinges, thread lubricants, gaskets, and other metal-to-metal wear surfaces.

Packaging varies by product. Dry Graphite Lubricant – Approval M971-93 is available in 12 x 20 oz aerosol cans per case, plus bulk formats including 4x1 gallon cases, 5-gallon pails, and 55-gallon drums. De Aqua Lube Penetrant Lubricant is available in 16 oz aerosol cans, 12 cans per case. Z99 Safety Solvent Degreaser is available in 12 x 20 oz aerosol cans per case, 5-gallon pails, and 55-gallon drums. X831 CHILL KILL Anti-Frost Pneumatic Tool Lubricant and Deicer is a related bulk pneumatic lubricant available in totes and tank quantities, not an aerosol lubricant.

X831 CHILL KILL Anti-Frost Pneumatic Tool Lubricant and Deicer is a related pneumatic lubricant and deicer for severe cold conditions. Zircon positions it as a non-alcohol product that prevents freezing in pneumatic equipment, lubricates working surfaces, maintains film strength in severe weather, and eliminates freezing moisture in air systems, including around ports and valves. Customers should follow product documentation and equipment-specific maintenance requirements before use.

Select based on the application. Use Dry Graphite Lubricant – Approval M971-93 for dry graphite lubrication on railroad components and metal-to-metal wear surfaces. Use De Aqua Lube Penetrant Lubricant for frozen nuts and bolts, rust prevention, wet electrical and ignition systems, and general maintenance lubrication. Use ZL98 only when the need is contact or circuit board cleaning, not lubrication. Use X831 CHILL KILL for pneumatic air lines, ports, and valves in cold climates. Contact Zircon Industries at 800-547-4328 for product selection guidance.