BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5

BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 is a smokeless, water based graphite coating used in a wide variety of metalworking operations.BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 (known as RD-5) forms a uniform dry film coating when sprayed on surfaces at temperatures up to and exceeding 600°F (316°C).

Principal: Henkel Corp

Features: Excellent Filling Properties, Excellent Lubricity, Excellent Wetting Behaviour, Good Release Properties, High Temperature Performance, Non-Toxic

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Ready-to-Use Product Features
Product Advantages
  • Excellent lubricit
  • Efficient filling
  • Controlled metal movement
  • Good release properties
  • Uniform wetting of hot surfaces
  • No stickers, fewer rejects
  • Less product waste
  • No heavy metals or phosphates
  • Easy spray application
  • Nonflammable -- no fumes or toxic gasses
  • Improved plant environment

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Markets
Applications
Product Application

Method of Use:

Dilution
BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 ACHESON (known as RD-5) is supplied as a concentrate that can normally be diluted with ordinary tap water prior to use. Prior to diluting, BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 ACHESON (known as RD-5) containers should be mixed to ensure uniformity.

Dilution Ratios
The dilution ratio varies according to the difficulty of the job. For initial trials, a ratio of one part BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 ACHESON (known as RD-5) to five parts water by volume is suggested.

Application
Diluted BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 ACHESON (known as RD-5) should be applied by conventional spray techniques for best
results. Spray application provides more uniform coating thickness and more complete coverage.

Properties

Physical Form

Safety & Health

Safety Precautions

Store BONDERITE® L-FG RD-5 ACHESON (known as RD-5) in a cool place, but do not allow it to freeze. Once opened, the container should be tightly resealed to prevent evaporation or contamination. Do not use if frozen or thawed.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S000218
Principal

Other

Color (SDS)
Black
Item Number
Odor (SDS)
Ammonia
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH7.5-10.0-
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life1.0 yryr
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density9.0 lb/gallb/gal
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point (SDS)min. 100.0 °C°C
Melting Point (SDS)max. 0.0 °C°C
Specific Gravity (SDS)1.1-
Vapor Pressure (SDS)17.6 mm Hgmm Hg
Viscosity (SDS)100.0-500.0 cPscPs
pH (SDS)min. 10.8-