Assembly Lubricants
Assembly Aids, Rubber Lubricants, and Insertion Aids
McLube® offers a diverse line of assembly lubricants and insertion aids for metallic, elastomeric, polymeric, and composite parts. Our assembly aids help to reduce injuries, prevent damage to parts during assembly, and increase the overall efficiency of manufacturing operations.
McLube® also engineers custom-formulated assembly aids to achieve specific process and supply chain goals. Continue reading for more information or contact McLube® for help with selecting the ideal assembly aid for your line.
Assembly Lubricants for OEM Parts
Lubricity will be maintained for extended periods of time allowing tier suppliers to coat parts before shipping to OEMs for assembly. Pre-coated parts will arrive ready for easy assembly. These lubricants may also be applied immediately before assembly occurs.
Many McLube® products carry OEM specifications with automotive and aerospace manufacturers around the world. Purchasers must use caution when sourcing McLube® products for OEM specifications. McLube® products are proprietary, non-commodity formulations only available from McGee Industries and trusted distributors.
McLube® products are not known by or sold under any other brand names. Products that are not labelled with the “McLube” brand name are not manufactured to our material, manufacturing, and quality specifications despite any similarities in numerical designations. McLube® is a registered wordmark and tradename of McGee Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Contact McLube® to verify product authenticity.
Applications and Industries Served
Common Applications
O-rings, gaskets, hoses, wire jacketing, bearings, seals, plugs, window seals, mechanical seals, door seals, weather stripping, mounts, bushings, insulators, sleeves, and automated assembly equipment.
Industries Served
Aerospace, Automotive, Marine, Industrial Manufacturing, Heavy Machinery, Wire and Cable, Hose and Tube, Consumer Appliances, Construction, Renewable Energy, Transportation, Mining, Medical Devices, and Food Processing
Upon request, we may add a red, blue, or ultraviolet indicator dye to any of our assembly aids for easy, visual application confirmation.
Featured Assembly Lubricants
| Product | Base | Type | Features | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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McLube® 396UV |
Water |
Enhanced |
Advanced wetting, contains UV indicator |
O-rings, grommets, seals |
|
McLube® 413 |
Water |
Temporary |
Reactivated with water |
O-rings, gaskets, and grommets. |
|
McLube® 414 |
Water |
High Slip |
PFAS-free, general purpose assembly |
Rubber lubricant |
|
McLube® 419 |
Water |
Enhanced |
Advanced wetting and longevity |
Recommended for O-rings, OEM Spec |
|
McLube® 419 NF |
Water |
Enhanced |
PFAS-free, enhanced wetting |
Weather stripping, O-rings |
|
McLube® 1127 |
Water |
Temporary |
PFAS-free, biodegradable. Tacky when dry. |
Parts prone to unseating. |
|
McLube® 1149 |
Water |
High Slip |
Silicone-free and PFAS-free. Dilutable. |
Rubber lubricant/ anti-tack |
|
McLube® 1800E |
Water |
High Slip |
Dilutable and long-lasting. |
Weather stripping, O-rings, release agent |
|
McLube® 1800 NF |
Water |
High Slip |
PFAS-free, dilutable, long-lasting |
Weather stripping, O-rings, release agent |
|
McLube® 1800N |
Water |
High Slip |
PFAS-free, silicone-free, long-lasting |
Weather stripping, O-rings |
|
McLube® 1720L |
Solvent |
Specialty |
Fast-drying, semi-permanent |
Aerospace specification |
* All McLube® products for assembly applications are not listed on this page. McLube® offers many more assembly aids and lubricants. If you do not see the McLube® product you currently use, this does not mean it has been discontinued. Contact Us to inquire about a product that is not listed above.
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