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You may think you know everything there is to know about grease, but there are some interesting facts that might just change the way you think about this essential lubricant.For starters, did you know that a key ingredient in some premium greases is molybdenum (aka. moly)? This metallic element provides exceptional extreme pressure and anti-wear properties, making it a critical component in high-performance greases.Another little-known fact is that the thickener used in grease can have a major i …

All Schaeffer's Greases are premium, heavy-duty, quality greases.                                    With 19 different greases in multiple NLGI numbers (thicknesses), that is a lot of different choices!  So, which one is right for you? Read on for some basics on the different Schaeffer greases to help you narrow down your search. Each Schaeffer grease has different attributes. Grease is not a one …

Greases are semi-fluid lubricants made with base oils such as mineral, synthetic, vegetable, or a blend of mineral and synthetic. Soap (thickener) is then added. Lithium is by far the most common thickener because it is inexpensive. Others thickeners are sodium, aluminum, and calcium. Finally, additives are blended in to provide extreme pressure properties, corrosion protection, anti-oxidation, etc. Greases are generally used where a fluid lubricant is not practical. Roller bearings, …

Waterproof Grease Usefulness Take a stroll through your equipment owner's manual or an online boating forum, and you'll undoubtedly see mentions of waterproof grease. But what exactly is this stuff?  And, more importantly, what's so great about it?-It's designed to last for the long haul Waterproof grease is very thick -- so thick that it's semisolid at room temperature! It has to have this consistency so that it doesn't dissolve when it comes into contact with water or other types o …

Determining the quality of lubricants, such as Schaeffer grease, is imperative for anyone looking to purchase this type of product and put it to use. High-quality products not only allow the equipment to perform optimally under a variety of temperatures, but it also extends the entire lifespan of the equipment, therefore potentially saving the owner a lot of money in costly maintenance and repairs. The overall quality of a product such as Schaeffer's grease can be determined in variou …