Silicones, silicone oils, sprays
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Technical Data
Typical values, not a specification. The technical data sheet (TDS) is binding.
Physical and thermal
- Density (23 °C)
- 1 g/cm³
- Temperature resistance (duration)
- -40 to 200 °C
- Peak temperature (briefly)
- 200 °C
Storage
- Shelf life in original packaging
- 36 months
- Storage Temperature
- 2 to 40 °C
Product Information
- Curing type
- Non-reactive
- Container
- 100 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg
- Number of components
- 1K (one-component)
- Consistency
- Thixotropic
- Mixing Ratio
- One-component
- Manufacturer
- Elkem Silicones
- Brand
- Bluesil
Further Properties
- UV resistance
- Yes
Physical Properties
- Cured Color
- Transparent
- Self-leveling
- No
Electrical Properties
- Electrical Insulation
- Yes
Product Approvals
- Food contact
- No
- Medical grade
- No
Product Description
Bluesil TAP Grease is a special silicone grease for taps, valves and sanitary fittings — odorless, insensitive to drinking water, highly durable.
Bluesil silicone greases — lithium-soap-thickened silicone oils for lubrication across a wide temperature range (-70 to +200 °C), oxidation-stable, water-repellent. TAP Grease is tailored to specific applications — the most important properties and areas of application are listed below.
Bluesil TAP Grease is specially formulated for lubricating taps, valves, and sanitary fittings — odorless, resistant to contact with drinking water, and highly durable. Proven in sanitary applications.
What makes TAP Grease stand out
What is TAP Grease used for?
Processing
Recommended accessories
TAP Grease in comparison
Direct comparison with related grease products from our range. "— " = not specified in the data sheet.
TAP Grease Current Product |
Vacuum GRS → | GRS 33 NG → | GRS 55 NG → | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thickener | Silicone thickener | Silicone thickener | Lithium soap | Lithium soap |
| Penetration | see TDS | see TDS | 280 (1/10 mm) | 290 (1/10 mm) |
| Dropping point | see TDS | see TDS | 226 °C | 220 °C |
| Temperature Range | see TDS | see TDS | –70 / +200 °C | –65 / +175 °C |
| Color | see TDS | see TDS | Off-white | Off-white |
| Main application | Sanitary / Drinking Water | High-vacuum lubrication | Ball Bearing Extreme Temperature | Pneumatic Lubrication |
Frequently asked questions about TAP Grease
Practical application and design questions — answered by SILITECH.
Bluesil TAP Grease: Special silicone grease for faucets, valves, and sanitary fittings — odorless, resistant to drinking water, highly durable. Main applications: faucets, sanitary valves, mixer taps.
Prepare the surfaces to be lubricated clean, dry, and degreased. Silicone grease is not compatible with mineral greases — carefully remove any old mineral grease beforehand. Apply with a brush, spatula, or grease gun. Important: Silicone greases must not be used for lubricating oxygen systems (explosion hazard).
Store in the unopened original container in a dry, cool place — typically standard between +5 and +30 °C, exact values see TDS. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use. Observe the expiration date on the packaging — Elkem guarantees the sales specifications only up to the stated date.
In the comparison table above, you will find related products with similar functions or related specifications. If you are unsure about the optimal choice, we will be happy to advise you — contact SILITECH with your application (desired property, substrate, processing workflow).