Krytox Performance Lubricants for Electronics and Semiconductors

Versatile Lubricants That Protect Delicate Electronic Components

In electronics and semiconductor manufacturing, contamination can hinder equipment accuracy, repeatability of operations, and the lifespan of equipment. High-performance lubricants help to reduce contaminants and outgassing when used in vacuum pumps and cleanrooms, where electronics and semiconductors are fabricated. This helps improve yields while extending the operating life of the equipment.

Multipurpose, high-temperature, and anti-corrosion lubricants (greases, oils, and vacuum pump fluids) are also used in a variety of production line components, including:

Bearings
Valves
Seals
O-rings
Chains
Compressors
Gear boxes
Mechanical pumps and other components

Krytox™ performance lubricants offer excellent safety and protection for the electronics and semiconductor industries. These long-life oils and greases are used routinely in wet and dry pumps, vacuum systems, cleanrooms, robotics systems, and more. In these applications, Krytox™ performance lubricants are recognized by all major vacuum pump manufacturers and OEM equipment suppliers, meeting or exceeding warranty requirements.

Highly Stable and Safe Lubricants for Cleanrooms

Krytox™ performance lubricants withstand extreme temperatures and pressures that hydrocarbon, silicone, and chlorofluorocarbon greases cannot match, providing a more stable environment for sensitive electronic components.

Because reactive chemicals and materials can also threaten semiconductors and electronics, using a lubricant that is incompatible with these substances may damage components. Krytox™ performance lubricants are chemically and biologically inert, making them compatible with oxygen and nonreactive to virtually all chemicals, plastics, metals, and elastomers.

Beyond delivering stability and safety in harsh conditions, Krytox™ lubricants also have an extended life, so components do not require frequent relubrication.

Additional properties that make Krytox™ performance lubricants well-suited for use in electronics and semiconductor industries include:

Excellent vapor pressure to withstand high temperatures—from -15 to 300 °C (5 to 572 °F)–as low as 10 to 13 mmHg
Nonreactive to acidic or caustic cleaners and disinfectants, steam, and moisture, thus preventing damage
Safe to use—no volatile organic compound (VOC) materials or chlorine
Minimal environmental footprint—fluids can be regenerated
Compatible with chemicals commonly used in the industry

Enhanced Stability and Safety with Krytox™ Lubricants for Cleanrooms

Krytox™ performance lubricants offer an unparalleled level of endurance and safety, surpassing hydrocarbon, silicone, and chlorofluorocarbon greases in their ability to withstand extreme temperatures and pressures. By providing a highly stable environment for delicate electronic components, Krytox™ lubricants ensure optimal performance.

One crucial consideration when selecting a lubricant is its compatibility with reactive chemicals and materials that can pose a threat to semiconductors and electronics. Incompatible lubricants can potentially damage sensitive components. However, Krytox™ performance lubricants are chemically and biologically inert, rendering them compatible with oxygen and nonreactive to virtually all chemicals, plastics, metals, and elastomers.

In addition to their stability and safety in challenging conditions, Krytox™ lubricants boast an extended lifespan, reducing the need for frequent relubrication of components.

Krytox™ performance lubricants possess several other properties that make them ideal for use in the electronics and semiconductor industries. These include:

Exceptional vapor pressure resilience, allowing them to endure high temperatures ranging from -15 to 300 °C (5 to 572 °F) with vapor pressure as low as 10 to 13 mmHg.
Nonreactivity to acidic or caustic cleaners, disinfectants, steam, and moisture, thereby safeguarding against potential damage.
Safety assured, as they contain no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or chlorine.
Minimal environmental impact, as the fluids can be regenerated.
Compatibility with chemicals commonly used in the industry.

Choose Krytox™ lubricants for enhanced stability, safety, and longevity in cleanroom environments, ensuring the optimal performance and protection of your valuable electronic components.

Krytox™ VPF (Vacuum Pump Fluids)

Krytox™ VPFs are used in applications where conventional vacuum pump oils can cause issues for safety, waste disposal, and maintenance. Krytox™ VPF is highly stable, which limits waste and maintenance issues. It is also nonflammable, reducing the chance of fire in pumps.

Additionally, Krytox™ VPFs do not contain acetal groups, so they are not susceptible to attack by Lewis acids, a critical element in semiconductor production. These lubricants are widely recognized by major vacuum pump manufacturers because of these unique properties.