New MLP Solid Film Lubricant in Pen Applicator
Birchwood Casey has released an innovative Solid-Film Lubricant Pen that may be useful for some gun applications where conventional oils and greases are not appropriate. The Pen dispenses MLP Solid Film Lubricant, a semi-permanent, lacquer-like coating containing molybdenum disulfide (MoS 2) and corrosion-inhibiting elements.
Using the Pen, a low-friction lubricant coating can easily be applied to various friction points to reduce wear. Common application points on AR-style rifles include: charging handle, take-down pins, inside of bolt carrier, and mag well.
We can also see a use for this product on buttstock adjusting points, bipod joints/hinges, sling swivels — wherever a non-greasy lubricant can aid function. NOTE: We do not recommend this product for lubrication of bolt lugs on bolt-action rifles — we still think a high-quality grease-type lubricant is best for bolt-lug applications and other high-load points.
This Video shows where to apply Dry Film Lubricant on an AR-type rifle.
Birchwood Casey’s MLP Solid Lubricant Pen meets Mil-Spec requirements. The formula creates a tough, low-friction coating that helps prevent corrosion, galling, and seizing. IMPORTANT: after application, you should allow the dry-film coating to DRY for at least 6 hours before use.
Birchwood Casey claims that: “Once applied, MLP Solid Film Lubricant is virtually unaffected by atmospheric and fretting corrosion, solvents, acids, oils and degreasers. MLP Solid Film Lubricant operates at temperatures ranging from -320° to +300° degrees F.”
