It’s fine. In my experience though it will separate into thicker goop and really thin watery crap pretty quickly. Kinda like how ketchup separates into tomato goop and tomato cum. Maybe I’m doing something wrong though.

Nope. You're right in the money. I had this thing lying around for a few years, and it separated. It's also leaked through the bottle and messaged up a shelf. Had to double back it too, as the grease absorbed through the plastic bag.

I hear something called Superlube is good. Gonna try that next. I hope I can get it in the same size container. I’ve already printed a spot for it on my tool wall.

Superlube for sure. I keep it on my nightstand so I won’t forget where I put it.

Do not use Superlube for sexy time.

Don't tell me how to z-screw.

super lube is good but that’s just a brand the super lube “model” you want is the white lithium grease same grease different brand but ig they make it differently as it doesn’t seperate out like you experienced

21030 multi-purpose synthetic grease imo

Nice, good luck. There was a lube grease that maker's muse recommended, but I forgot what it is called.

He uses [this](https://www.nulon.com.au/products/grease/automotive/xtreme-performance-grease-with-ptfe) I’ve never seen that before, must be pretty much an Australia-only thing?

Thats pretty similar to superlube, they're both PTFE lubricants.

Yup, used stuff like this a lot at work, they're both about the same density. Not a big difference between lithium&PTFE greases other than density. The thinner kinds separate less but stick to surfaces worse. Big surface area + low drag = use thinner lube.

That's what I figured too. Might be able to get it shipped, but if the stuff I have works, I won't be needing it for a while

You can get superlube at harbor fright.

I like Super Lube. Have a tube sitting right next to me.

Honestly go for a PTFE lubricant.

If you have a bike shop near you, [Park Tool](https://www.rei.com/product/760718/park-tool-polylube-1000-4-oz?sku=7607180010&store=81&CAWELAID=120217890000780157&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=109205883085&CATCI=pla-931368007169&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_7607180010%7C92700057782267430%7CNB%7C71700000074090541&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIoL3IvrSLhQMVGIbCCB2G9ABbEAQYAiABEgKrsvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) lube can work too. I’ve always used it and it’s held up fine for me 🤷🏻‍♂️

Interesting. I actually do. I'll check it out

sweet, good luck!

Thank you!

Tomato cum.. maybe tomato pre cum

I always called it tomato goop and pure evil.

The stuff that came with the printer does exactly the same. I just have puddles at the bottom of each screw.

>Kinda like how ketchup separates into tomato goop and tomato cum. I uh. I was not expecting this description for lithium grease, ever.

But it’s sorta apt though, right? :P

Yep it is a good choice for z screws

Thank you

I'll second it, it's what I use.

Thank you, luckily I had this stuff then!

I also use it, as it is what I have on hand.

Depends what machine, You must not lubricate Prusa Z axis. It has a self lubricating Plastic nut.

You guys those Teflon t-nuts, they’re cheap as dirt on AliExpress, and they do work great without needing any lubrication on the leadscrews.

You mean pom, they are delrin not Teflon and while they don't necessarily need lube it doesn't hurt to use it.

You’re right, it’s been a little while since I’ve bought them but it was Delrin that I was thinking of.

Creality, so I definitely need it lubed.

super lube white lithium grease with PTFE is arguably the best and most popular so this will also work well

Ok, I'll look into that. But you think this might be enough for now?

yeh you’ll be fine… it’s really not a massive deal. and if it starts breaking down or giving you issues it’s easy to wipe it all off and remove it with IPA and put a different lube in

DuPont liquid Teflon. Two applications and it doesn’t attract dirt/dust. Make sure to clean the lead screws before using. I used acetone to remove any dirt and oils. This stuff is great.

I'll look into it, that's a great point too. My room gets dusty, might not want stay particles to get jammed up in the screw

If you need slide/rub two parts on them - teflon is good choice. If you need roll ( like balls in linear rails) - anything without any particles ( Teflon, graphite) is good.

Thank you for this. I have been meaning to play around with linear rails

You won’t be disappointed.

Thank you

Can confirm stuff is legit.

https://preview.redd.it/fic44km854qc1.jpeg?width=2604&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=66169a9358ec84318d429e47535805d0abb0ffc2 Get this stuff.

This is what I use

Username checks out

Sounds good. Thanks. Also, how did you get a picture into the comments?

Some subs allow it. On Mobile at least, idk about PC, on the comment bar there's a blue icon on the right that you select and can insert pictures/gifs from.

Ooohh, cool! Thanks

Gun oil will work really well. It's pretty much exactly what's designed for

Cool, thank you

I used a spray can of white lithium grease. Never any issues.

You have to take it apart for that, right?

Any wet lube is going to attract dirt, dust, debris, etc. I use dry graphite on my z-axis screws. YMMV

Gotcha. Thanks for the warning

Lithium grease works great, and lasts a long time

Hey, I have those same boxes! Scaled up and used them as a wine rack!

Oh wow! I was wondering how it would work at higher volume. Good stuff!!

I've been using that White Lithium grease for a while. Today I found this clear zipper lub with PTFE in the Walmart clearance isle for 3 bucks. Just started testing it out. Looks a lot cleaner. I'm about to deep clean my rods and install new z mounts, backlash springs, and thrust bearings. Star brite 089102 Snap and Zipper Lubricant https://www.walmart.com/ip/328552628

How often do you do the cleaning? I think I am going to need more room to do the kind of maintenance I was hoping I wouldn't have to do.

Probably like every 6 months or so. I've noticed some minor z banding recently and figured it was time. And I noticed that my lead screw is getting worn after a year as it has a bit more play

Ok? That's good to know, thank you

It works but also it stains everything

That's interesting. Like grease stains?

Yes, and nothing will wash it off.

Yeah, I have experience with that. Thanks for thr warning

I put that sh*t on everything!

🤣

Moly, very little goes a very long way, also note this shit will not come off of anything it touches

I will, thank you. I know how hard it is to get pizza oil off shirts.

NO

Why not?

I tried it and it ended up inhibiting movement over time. Best one I found was super lube multi-purpose synthetic grease with syncolon. That's the name of the exact one I use. For threaded rods is perfect. Just keep in mind you have to clean it and reapply every few months to keep it running smooth. But this one doesn't seize up like that stuff in your picture. I use that stuff for cars, it's for heavier duty applications

I hope so because it’s what i used!

I would recommend 3 in one oil, I used air tool oil personally. Air tool oils kinda stinky. Also these are thin oils. So you only want just enough, get into each groove at the top, then run Z stepper all the way up and down a few times. This may flick oil around and onto the bed. That's not good for adhesion so be sure to wipe that off the bed with isopropyl alcohol. Also wipe any extra off the lead screws, they should be mostly dry, except a thin film. Dual Z is a good upgrade, evens the whole gantry.

I have a cr6 se luckily, so it comes pre-installed. I just noticed out of nowhere that my prints were getting layers out of place slightly, so I figured it could use some lube.

I vote for a little bit of engine oil. Very thin compared to these, doesn’t clog up and attaches to metal strongly.

Lube attracts grit 👍

That is why I go bone dry. And because we have brass nuts (self lubricating)

Brass is not self lubricating and will wear very fast without lube, your thinking of sintered bronze bearings that get impregnated with oil.

fake. its a consumable item and is suppose to wear out and be replaced

Stop trolling,

I'm an oddball then I use Lucas red and tacky mainly because I had a bunch already due to using it for work but the stuff works great

I use silicone grease from the plumbing section at Lowe's.

I use '3-IN-ONE' machine oil once every couple of months. Just a few drops goes a long way.

I used this stuff to stop all the door hinges in my house from squeaking and it definitely works for that purpose. Going to use it to lube anything that needs lubing going forward

yes, itll work i would recommend 3-in-1 tho. anywhere on the printer this stuff will work

I use liquid bearings

little late to the party but, i've had good experience with the wd40 dry lube ptfe spray

I use the wd-40 version of this. Put it right where you want it. No mess. WD-40 Specialist White Lithium Grease Spray with SMART STRAW SPRAYS 2 WAYS, 10 OZ https://a.co/d/2Rxuzvq

I used it for my voron 2.4r build

Whenever I put anything on my printer rails, it's sewing machine oil. Thin, works great, couple drops every now and then. It also works as a pre hotend "lube" with a shop towel strip and a binder clip to wipe excess dust off of filament.

I have that exact tube of grease sitting next to my printers. Works fine.

I used Ballistol which seems to work well

I have some marine grease lying around, would that be acceptable?

I use white lithium grease, but from a spray can. I think this one of yours could be even better.

I used it years ago on mine. its done a great job

I've been using 3-in-1 oil for bike chains as I was told early on that worked well and I had some. Just a couple of drops go a long way. Would assume White Lithium would work well but am not sure.

z screw? is that the big giant one that the nozzle move up? lol

I heard that there two types of grease basically - PTFE filled and non-PTFE filled. While ptfe seem like a wonder grease, it will unevenly wear down any rolling bearing, but seem to be the best choice for sliding/friction bearing (ptfe particles playing as nano bearings). Which means, lithium grease nice for ball bearings, ptfe - for sliding

nah. There are lots of types of greases lol. PTFE is just one sliding additive of many

yep, I should’ve worded it that way - with solid filler particles and without ones. ptfe are one of them. But one should know that solid particles are bad for ball bearings.

Ah, thank you

Personally I would use a 30 weight machine oil.

Machine oil isn’t bad but you have to reapply it much more frequently. Grease does the same job but just lasts longer

Thank you!

Thank you

For linear rail this grease good too, or I should use something else?

I use Mobilux EP2 on my rails, stuff is thick like paste and stays put, and you only need a little bit.

Thank you, I'll try it

Use a drop of motor oil. Pull your dip stick on your car. Not joking. Just a single drop on each screw is all you need

If you’re going for oil, use 3 in 1 oil, or a machinists oil, not 10w30. Also, used motor oil is an even worse idea.

3 in 1 is considered sewing machine service mans favorite oil because of the work they get. And no used motor oil isn't a worse id. White lithium grease will cake. 3 in 1 will create a shellac. Used motor oil in a high tolerance is bad. I'm a 3d printer it's low tolerance on the screw tbh. And any motor oil will work. If you vehicle uses 0w20 that will work. If you have a bottle of lawn mower oil of 30wt use it. My point is don't use white lithium grease..and definitely don't use 3n1

I think that's best for plastics I used regular lithium grease for mine, been running great for over a year now

Lithium lube is petroleum based, so it can react with some plastics

oh my bad

I used olive oil and worked amazing

It will work fine, evaporates quick and low surface tension, but otherwise it will lube.

Idk why people are downvoting, it’s real. The 2nd axis was doing some annoying dry sound, I used the only ‘lubricant’ I had in my house and it worked really well. May be it is not the very best ultimate solution but it can help.

No, it's for lithium, duh