Molybdenum Disulfide, also known as Molybdenum Disulphide, MoS2 and Moly, is one of the most widely used solid film lubricants. Like graphite and tungsten disulfide (WS2), MoS2 is a dichalcogenide. The lubricating properties of molybdenum disulfide lubricant are due to a weak atomic interaction (Van der Waals Force) of the sulfide anions, while the covalent bond within the molybdenum is strong.
There are a number of ways to apply MoS2 low-friction coatings to the desired substrate. These include:
Some of the specifications covering this application are; MIL-PRF-46010, AS5272, and AMS2526.
In moving/mating components, the friction causes considerable loss of energy, poorer performance, and limits the wear life of the components. Molybdenum Disulfide can provide a low coefficient of friction, sometimes as low as 0.05 COF. This will be dependent on the humidity, cleanliness, and sliding conditions of your application.
Also, the molybdenum disulfide dry lubricant can:
Lubrication relies on the slippage along with the sulfur atoms. All of the properties of the lamella structure are intrinsic and no external form of moisture is required (as it is with graphite). Mos2 performs best when water vapor is not present, making molybdenum disulfide coating ideal for vacuum applications.
| Appearance | Blue Silver Grey |
| Coefficient of Friction | 0.06 to 0.15 |
| Substrates | All ferrous or non-ferrous metal Man-made solids & plastics |
| Cure Time | No cure time is required when applied at ambient temperature |
| Applications |
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| Relative Load Carrying | 250,000 PSI |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -185 to 350 ºC |
| Vacuum Temperature Range | -185 to 1100°C at 10-14 Torr |
| Chemical Stability | Inert, non-toxic, corrosion resistant |
| Molecular Weight | 160.08 |
| Density | 4.8 g/cc |
| Magnetism | Non-magnetic |
| Hardness | 1.0 on Mohs Test |
| Electrical Properties | Has semiconductor properties |
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