I always recommend a slight film of vacuum (silicone) grease. Just enough to make it shine. Use as little grease as possible as it collects dirt which leads to vacuum leaks
I always recommend a slight film of vacuum (silicone) grease. Just enough to make it shine. Use as little grease as possible as it collects dirt which leads to vacuum leaks
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Vacuum grease is not "needed" on o-rings to make a vacuum tight seal. Vacuum grease provides two things, 1) lubrication to allow for easier installation of the o-ring. 2) lubrication to allow movement of the sealing surfaces during evacuation. Grease is actually a detriment, as it collects dirt thaRead more
Vacuum grease is not “needed” on o-rings to make a vacuum tight seal. Vacuum grease provides two things, 1) lubrication to allow for easier installation of the o-ring. 2) lubrication to allow movement of the sealing surfaces during evacuation. Grease is actually a detriment, as it collects dirt that can eventually cause leaks.
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