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Similar lube to Krytox 1514?

LogicAngel
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Hello everyone, i was looking on the web for a good lube to lube my Cherry Mx Reds. 

From what i saw Krytox 1514 was recommended for linear switches, but Krytox 1514 is sold out everywhere i look so i was just wondering if there is any other lube that is similar to the Krytox lube or better?

 

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Krytox GPL 105g0 would be similar to VPF 1514 and both are oils. I would suggest using a grease to lube mx linear switches, a thin consistent coat of Krytox 203g0/Tribosys 3203 or Krytox 204g0/Tribosys 3204 would be good. For beginners 3203/203g0 is good as it is most forgiving. Remember to apply thin coats, less is more. 

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40 minutes ago, b emoji said:

Krytox GPL 105g0 would be similar to VPF 1514 and both are oils. I would suggest using a grease to lube mx linear switches, a thin consistent coat of Krytox 203g0/Tribosys 3203 or Krytox 204g0/Tribosys 3204 would be good. For beginners 3203/203g0 is good as it is most forgiving. Remember to apply thin coats, less is more. 

Thanks for the tips, since im new to lubing i was thinking of getting the 203, but i just wanted to make sure i got the right type. Since the site doesnt mention grade 0 on it.

Is this what i should get?

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17 minutes ago, LogicAngel said:

Thanks for the tips, since im new to lubing i was thinking of getting the 203, but i just wanted to make sure i got the right type. Since the site doesnt mention grade 0 on it.

Is this what i should get?

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I'm not sure about that vendor specifically, but usually keyboard vendors have Grade 0. However, keep in mind not all Krytox are created equal, I would look for Tribosys 3203 instead as it's more consistent between different vendors.  

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3 minutes ago, b emoji said:

I'm not sure about that vendor specifically, but usually keyboard vendors have Grade 0. However, keep in mind not all Krytox are created equal, I would look for Tribosys 3203 instead as it's more consistent between different vendors.  

Thanks for the tips, i found a new vendor that sells 3203 since i have a 80% keyboard will 2 ml be enough? 

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