Graphite Cable Lubricants

Yes. The Dry Graphite Lubricant carries AAR M971-93 approval from the Association of American Railroads and is specifically approved for use by CSX, Norfolk Southern, Canadian National, Canadian Pacific, and all railroad contractors operating across the U.S. and Canada.

The Dry Graphite Lubricant is available in aerosol cans (20 oz, sold in 12-can cases) for precision applications and in bulk formats including 4x1 gallon cases, 5-gallon pails, and 55-gallon drums for large-scale industrial or railroad maintenance operations. Contact Zircon Industries at 800-547-4328 for pricing.

No. The quick-dry carrier formula ensures the graphite lubricant dries rapidly in place and will not run, migrate, or spread to adjacent components after application. This makes it safe and effective for use on railroad switches, hinges, gaskets, and other precision components where contamination or drift cannot be tolerated.

Dry Graphite Lubricant – Approval M971-93 is listed for autotrack equipment chains and tracks, tie-down chocks, hinges, switches, couplings, internal combustion engine components, automotive and industrial gaskets, thread lubricants, and all metal-to-metal wear surfaces. For cable-system use, customers should confirm the application details with Zircon Industries and review the product literature before specifying it.

Yes. Zircon lists Dry Graphite Lubricant – Approval M971-93 among its GSA Canadian Compliant products, and a Canadian-compliant label is available. The product is also approved for use by Canadian National and Canadian Pacific railroads. Customers should confirm labeling, documentation, and shipping requirements with Zircon before ordering for Canadian use.

Aerosol cans are best for targeted, precision applications — such as individual switches, hinges, or threaded fasteners — where controlled delivery matters. Bulk formats (pails and drums) are ideal for high-volume maintenance programs, large railroad contractor operations, or facilities applying lubricant across many surfaces regularly. Both formats use the same AAR-certified formula.