Dry film lubricants, also known as solid film lubricants, provide a lubricating film that reduces
friction, inhibits galling and seizing and in some instances can aid in dispersing heat. The
appearance is generally a charcoal gray and takes on a sheen upon burnishing. They are slippery 
and provide an extremely low coefficient of friction.

One of the obvious reasons for using a lubricating coating is to reducefriction, which improves 
wear, extends part life and frees up H.P. normally lost to friction. A second major benefit is a 
reduction in part temperature. This is especially important to such parts as valve springs. Here
the pigment choice is critical as certain ingredients can trap heat in a part. Not all coatings 
are created equal. It is recommended by FOXFIRE COATINGS that coatings using PTFE be avoided in
these cases. Contact us before choosing a dry film lubricant.