MOLYKOTE G-2008 Synthetic Tool Gear Grease
Harmonization Code : 2710199990 |
Main features
- Fully Synthetic PAO-Based Grease with Lithium Thickener
- Manual or Automated Dispensing
- Sub-0.55 mm Four-Ball Wear
Product Description
MOLYKOTE® G-2008 Synthetic Tool Gear Grease is a fully synthetic specialty grease formulated with a polyalphaolefin (PAO) base oil, lithium thickener, and solid lubricants. It is intended for high-speed gears and other high-shear mechanisms, including planetary, worm, spur, and helical gears in compatible power tools and drills, as well as cables and some bearings. The NLGI Grade 2 grease uses a low-viscosity base oil and is compatible with many plastics and elastomers. Its documented wear, oil-bleed, and evaporation results support evaluation where friction control, shear exposure, and lubricant retention are important selection considerations.
Key features
- Fully synthetic formulation: PAO base oil with lithium thickener and solid lubricants.
- NLGI Grade 2 consistency: Worked penetration of 260–300 mm/10 at 25°C after 60 strokes.
- Low-viscosity base oil: Typical base-oil viscosity of 30 cSt at 40°C.
- Controlled wear performance: Typical four-ball wear scar below 0.55 mm under the documented ASTM D2266 conditions.
- Material compatibility: Compatible with many plastics and elastomers.
Applications / Suitable for
- High-speed planetary, worm, spur, and helical gears, especially in compatible power tools and drills.
- High-shear cable and gear mechanisms.
- Some bearing applications requiring evaluation with the intended materials and operating conditions.
TDS, SDS & Technical Documents
Technical Specifications
No specifications available.
Additional Information
MOLYKOTE® G-2008 Synthetic Tool Gear Grease
A fully synthetic PAO-based, lithium-thickened grease with solid lubricants for high-speed gears and other high-shear mechanisms. The NLGI Grade 2 formulation is compatible with many plastics and elastomers and can be applied using conventional grease-handling equipment.
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As-supplied properties
Typical values are provided for product evaluation and are not specification limits.
| Property | Value | Unit | Method / condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical form | Grease | — | As supplied |
| Color | Dark gray / black | — | Product literature describes dark gray; current US SDS lists black |
| NLGI consistency | 2 | grade | Typical |
| Worked penetration | 260–300 | mm/10 | ASTM D217, 25°C, 60 strokes |
| Base-oil viscosity | 30 | cSt | ASTM D445, 40°C |
| Relative density | 1.08 | — | US SDS, water = 1 |
Application and processing
Apply MOLYKOTE® G-2008 using conventional grease application methods. Select the dispensing approach and lubricant quantity for the intended component, contact geometry, speed, load, materials, and operating conditions.
Store in the original unopened container at or below 40°C. Under these conditions, the documented usable life is 18 months from the date of production. Keep containers properly labelled, follow the applicable safety data sheet and container label, use adequate ventilation, and avoid storage with strong oxidizing agents.
In-service performance data
These typical laboratory values apply to the stated methods and conditions. They are not universal equipment ratings or maintenance intervals.
| Property | Result | Unit | Method / condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dropping point | >200 | °C | ASTM D2265; dropping point is not a maximum operating temperature |
| Four-ball wear scar | <0.55 | mm | ASTM D2266; 40 kg, 1,200 rpm, 1 hour, 75°C |
| Oil bleed | <5.0 | wt% | CTM 0033A; 24 hours at 100°C |
| Oil evaporation | <1.0 | wt% | CTM 0033A; 24 hours at 100°C |
Applications
The documented applications focus on high-speed gears and other high-shear mechanisms. Confirm material compatibility, grease quantity, operating conditions, and maintenance requirements in the intended assembly.
High-speed tool gears
Evaluate MOLYKOTE® G-2008 for your gear or cable mechanism
Contact Krayden to discuss gear type, speed, load, component materials, grease application method, operating environment, packaging availability, and end-use testing for MOLYKOTE® G-2008 Synthetic Tool Gear Grease.
