Acheson DAG 222 Colloidal Graphite
Acheson DAG 222 is an isopropanol colloidal graphite for glass-to-metal seal lubricant in vacuum tube manufacturing. Classic HTS 3801.20.00.00 product as semi-colloidal graphite preparation. Prevents galling during high-temperature sealing operations.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If laboratory glassware lubricant
Integral glass labware lubricants classify with glass articles.
If silicone-free preparations
Modern lubricant preparations replace graphite specialties.
If glass frit/coloring preparation
Glass industry pigments include conductive carbon materials.
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