| Overview: |
Several
general purpose lubricants/penetrants lacking ozone depleting substances
in their formulations are available for all-purpose use. These products
effectively lubricate and protect metals by providing a long-lasting lubricating
film that reduces friction and wear. The products are available in both
aerosol and non-aerosol forms.
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| Compliance
Benefit: |
Use of an ODS-free
general purpose aerosol lubricant will help facilities meet the requirements
under 40 CFR 82, Subpart D and Executive Order 12843 requiring
federal agencies to maximize the use of safe alternatives to Class I and
Class II ozone depleting substances, to the maximum extent practicable.
In addition, the elimination of ODSs at the facility decreases the possibility
that the facility will meet any of the reporting thresholds for those
chemicals under 40 CFR 355, 370 and EO 12856. Chemicals used as
substitutions should be reviewed for SARA reporting issues.
The compliance benefits
listed here are only meant to be used as general guidelines and are not
meant to be strictly interpreted. Actual compliance benefits will vary
depending on the factors involved, e.g., the amount of workload involved.
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| Materials
Compatibility: |
In general, when
using any of these lubricants, avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
Always check with the manufacturer to verify material compatibility.
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| Safety
and Health: |
Consult your local industrial health specialist, your local health and safety personnel, and the appropriate MSDS prior to implementing this technology.
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| Benefits: |
- Contains no ozone-depleting
solvents.
- Certain lubricants
(e.g., PEN-T) are non-flammable.
- May also be used
as a tapping and cutting fluid.
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| Disadvantages: |
- Certain products
have not yet been approved for aircraft maintenance programs.
- May require time
to cure to achieve maximum lubrication capability.
- May require reapplication
at regular maintenance intervals.
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| Economic
Analysis: |
The following economic
analysis was based on information provided by the vendors for the listed
products. The cost elements are used in comparing BREAK-FREE CLP pump
spray and WD-40® aerosol cans for lubrication.
Assumptions:
- WD-40®, 16
ounce aerosol cans cost: $1.65 ea.
- BREAK-FREE CLP,
16 ounce pump/trigger spray cost: $5.36 ea.
- No significant
difference in labor.
- No difference
in disposal costs.
- Shop consumption
for both is 16 ounces/week.
Annual
Operating Cost Comparison for Refillable Spray Bottles and Aerosol Sprays
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BREAK-FREE CLP Trigger/Spray |
WD-40® Aerosol Spray |
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Operational
Costs:
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Lubricant
costs:
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$278
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$86
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Total Operational
Costs:
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$278
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$86
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Total Recovered
Income:
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$0
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$0
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Net Annual
Cost/Benefit:
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-$278
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-$86
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Economic Analysis
Summary
- Annual Cost for 16
oz. BREAK-FREE CLP: $278
- Capital Cost for Diversion Equipment/Process: $0
- Payback Period for Investment in Equipment/Process: N/A
Note: Although ODC-free
lubricants may be more expensive, they help reduce the levels of ODCs
in the atmosphere.
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| NSN/MSDS: |
| Product |
NSN |
Unit
Size |
Cost |
MSDS* |
| PEN-T NON-FLAMMABLE PENETRANT CLEANER |
9150-01-412-0034 |
12x22
oz. |
$127.49 |
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me |
| PEN-T NON-FLAMMABLE PENETRANT CLEANER |
9150-01-411-9286 |
1
Gal Can |
$35.03 |
Click
me |
| BREAK FREE,SB-5 |
9150-01-054-6453 |
16
oz |
$5.36 |
Click
me |
| BREAK-FREE CLP, LIQUID |
9150-01-053-6688 |
1
Gal Can |
$22.67 |
Click
me |
*There are multiple MSDSs for most NSNs.
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| Approving
Authority: |
Appropriate authority for making process changes should always be sought and obtained prior to procuring or implementing any of the
technologies identified herein.
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| Points
of Contact: |
For more information
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| Vendors: |
This is not meant to be a complete list, as there may be
other suppliers of this type of equipment.
Break-Free, Inc.
1035 South Linwood Avenue
Santa Ana, CA
Email: break-free@worldnet.att.net
Link:Break-Free
Contact: Mr. James Mercer, Head of Engineering, Military Sales and Service
Contact: Mr. Donald Yoder, Military Sales and Service
Service: Manufacturer of BREAK-FREE CLP, a ODS-free penetrant and lubricant,
available in aerosol and non-aerosol forms.
Ecolink, Inc.
1481 Rock Mountain Blvd.
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Phone: (800) 886-8240
FAX: (770) 621-8245
Contact: Mr. Don Beck, Southern Regional Manager
Service: Manufacturer of Pen-T a ODS-free penetrant, anti-seize and moisture
displacer, available in non-aerosol form, Manufacturer of PEN-T
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| Related Links: |
None
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| Sources: |
Mr. Dennis Harris, SAFR Program, AMCOM, Engineering
Group, January 1999
Mr. Don Beck, Ecolink, Inc., January 1998
http://www.ecolink.com/, January
1998
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