Macchina
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I have decided to test the three main oils I use for lubrication and rust prevention. I will do this in as much a scientifically controlled way as possible. I have 4 blocks of 1018 "mild" steel. This is just iron with a bit of carbon, no rust inhibitors or alloys in it. I am using three sprays:
The Candidates:
3-in-1 High-Performance Dry Lube
Contains: LVP Aliphatic Hydrocarbon, Aliphatic Hydrocarbon, Petroleum Base Oil, Propane Propellant, Polytetrafluoroethylene. MSDS
Claim: Contains PTFE ("Teflon"). Claims to provide a superior lubrication with long-lasting corrosion protection with no oily residue.
Hoppe's #9 Lubricating Oil
Contains: Mineral Oil, Liquefied Petroleum Gas, Heptane, Methyl Acetate. MSDS
Claim: A light, pure, colorless oil that will not gum harden or turn rancid. High viscosity. Gives lasting protection and lubrication. Cleans and protects woodwork. Keep rust away.
RemOil
Contains: Mineral Spirits, Aliphatic Petroleum Distillate, Propane, Teflon. MSDS
Claim: RemOil is an exceptionally high-performance cleaner, lubricant, and corrosion-protectant for maintaining fine firearms. Effective and long-lasting RemOil delivers maximum lubrication for smooth, reliable operation of all firearm parts - even in adverse weather conditions.
The Prep:
I sanded the scale off of the steel with a belt sander, then cleaned with lacquer thinner. I finished with a little hand sanding and wiped with a clean rag to remove all of the dust. I have 4 pieces of steel. The first is the control, no rust inhibitor.
Day 1: Sunny, 60 degrees.
Day 2: Rained all day, 50 degrees.
Day 3: Rained all day, 50 degrees.
Day 4: Sprinkled most of the day, 50 degrees.
Day 5: Cloudy, 40 degrees.
The Candidates:
3-in-1 High-Performance Dry Lube
Contains: LVP Aliphatic Hydrocarbon, Aliphatic Hydrocarbon, Petroleum Base Oil, Propane Propellant, Polytetrafluoroethylene. MSDS
Claim: Contains PTFE ("Teflon"). Claims to provide a superior lubrication with long-lasting corrosion protection with no oily residue.
Hoppe's #9 Lubricating Oil
Contains: Mineral Oil, Liquefied Petroleum Gas, Heptane, Methyl Acetate. MSDS
Claim: A light, pure, colorless oil that will not gum harden or turn rancid. High viscosity. Gives lasting protection and lubrication. Cleans and protects woodwork. Keep rust away.
RemOil
Contains: Mineral Spirits, Aliphatic Petroleum Distillate, Propane, Teflon. MSDS
Claim: RemOil is an exceptionally high-performance cleaner, lubricant, and corrosion-protectant for maintaining fine firearms. Effective and long-lasting RemOil delivers maximum lubrication for smooth, reliable operation of all firearm parts - even in adverse weather conditions.
The Prep:
I sanded the scale off of the steel with a belt sander, then cleaned with lacquer thinner. I finished with a little hand sanding and wiped with a clean rag to remove all of the dust. I have 4 pieces of steel. The first is the control, no rust inhibitor.
Day 1: Sunny, 60 degrees.
Day 2: Rained all day, 50 degrees.
Day 3: Rained all day, 50 degrees.
Day 4: Sprinkled most of the day, 50 degrees.
Day 5: Cloudy, 40 degrees.
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