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Silicone Spray Lubricant for Australian Workshop and Trade Use
Silicone spray is the workshop lubricant for applications where conventional oils can't be used — plastic-on-plastic sliding mechanisms, rubber seals, weatherstripping, and any surface where oil contamination would damage the substrate or attract dirt. For Australian tradespeople and workshops handling automotive trim, plumbing seals, machinery slides, and finished surfaces, silicone spray is the everyday lubricant that doesn't compromise the substrate. AIMS Industrial supplies silicone spray from CRC, Nulon, and approved trade brands.
Where silicone spray earns its place
- Plastic and rubber lubrication — sliding mechanisms, drawer slides, plastic-on-plastic interfaces
- Weatherstripping and rubber seals — keeps door, window, and vehicle weatherseals supple
- Mould release — for plastic moulding, rubber moulding, and concrete formwork
- Drive belt protection — restoring grip on glazed V-belts (use sparingly, as a temporary fix)
- Thread release — for plastic threads where standard penetrants would damage the substrate
- Conveyor belt and slide lubrication — where oil-based lubricants would attract dust and contamination
- Locks and zippers — particularly outdoor locks where oil would attract dirt
What silicone spray does well
- No oil residue — leaves a non-greasy film that doesn't attract dust and dirt
- Plastic and rubber compatible — doesn't degrade most polymer substrates
- Water-repellent — provides moisture protection on surfaces
- Wide temperature range — typical service from -40°C to +200°C
- Dielectric properties — non-conductive, suitable for use around electrical equipment
What silicone spray doesn't do
Silicone spray is not a structural lubricant — it doesn't replace gear oil, hydraulic fluid, or heavy-duty machinery lubricants. The film is thin and provides modest load capacity; for heavy-load sliding surfaces or rotating components under load, conventional oils and greases are the right choice. Silicone also makes surfaces unsuitable for painting — silicone contamination is one of the leading causes of fish-eye paint defects, so don't apply silicone to surfaces that will later be painted.
The contamination warning
Silicone is extremely persistent in workshop environments. Once silicone overspray contaminates a surface, removing it requires aggressive solvent cleaning — and even then, painted finishes applied later may show silicone-related defects. For paint and finishing workshops, silicone spray should be banned from the work area entirely. Keep silicone use confined to maintenance areas separate from painting and finishing.
Brands stocked at AIMS
CRC and Nulon cover the silicone spray range across general-purpose, food-grade, and specialty formulations. CRC 808 and Nulon Silicone Spray are the everyday workshop choices; food-grade silicone sprays are stocked for food and beverage applications.
Application practice
Apply silicone spray sparingly — a thin film lubricates effectively, while excessive application leads to runs and overspray. Mask adjacent surfaces if overspray could cause problems (paint shops, electronic assemblies). Wear nitrile gloves to keep silicone off skin and hands; transfer to other surfaces during the day spreads contamination unintentionally.
Companion ranges at AIMS
Silicone spray sits alongside our broader lubricant range — see penetrating and specialty lubricants, industrial oils, Molybond heavy-duty greases, and sealant applicators for the related products.
Need help selecting silicone spray for a specific application? contact our team — we'll match by substrate, temperature, and food-grade requirement.