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  1. 13th September 2020, 03:38 PM #1
    WoodyNZ
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    Default Alternative to SilverGlide

    So I've got a little bench top thicknesser that requires a lot of SilverGlide. If I don't put a good layer of SilverGlide on before running them through then they tend to get stuck. It's a stainless steel base, so it's not about protecting the machine, it's just about lubrication.

    The trouble is, I'm struggling to get hold of any SilverGlide in NZ. Carbatec is out of stock, and overseas options are few, all with hefty shipping.

    Does anyone have any suggestions for alternatives?

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  3. 13th September 2020, 03:44 PM #2
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    Candle/parafin wax is a traditional lube, and some have even used soap when they ran out of wax. Floor wax will also work but you have to be sure that it doesn't contain any silicone.
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    As said above Paraffin Wax, been using it for 40+ years
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  5. 13th September 2020, 05:00 PM #4
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    I looked for some last week and the only supplier I could find was in Germany.
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  6. 13th September 2020, 05:18 PM #5
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    Default Try Boeshield T9 lube

    The local bike shop will have it. It is a a very nice wax. Yep - it is one of those price = quality products.
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  7. 13th September 2020, 06:17 PM #6
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    I use the solidified cooking oil stuff as it doesn't seem to have any problems with finishes (at least the solvent based things that I use) Have heard about talk -powder -yes baby kinda powder on cast tables -but haven't tried it.
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    Our benevolent dictator's Trad Wax works a treat. Pretty sure you should be able to get it in NZ.
    Just checked, WR Owen Woodturning supplies and Carbatec in NZ
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    Those were the droids I was looking for.
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  9. 13th September 2020, 08:20 PM #8
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    Quote Originally Posted by NCArcher View Post
    Our benevolent dictator's Trad Wax works a treat.
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    I use it also and "scrub" it in with a kitchen scourer then polish off with a soft cloth. A small amount goes a long way and it will not affect any finish that is to be used later
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bohdan View Post
    Candle/parafin wax is a traditional lube
    Yep, always had a candle or a stick of wax sitting on the thicknesser at work. A couple of wide scribbles was all it needed.
    Used it on everything; buzzer, thicknesser, spindle moulder, tablesaw, router table...
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  11. 13th September 2020, 10:41 PM #10
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    If I am busy I use Drylube, you can pretty much buy them in all hardware house. not cheap though. $20 for 500g canister? spray like WD40 and thats it.

    I think most joinery shops use them as well?
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    Candlewax, a 10” candle lasts about a year, cut it into 3 for a few machines
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  13. 14th September 2020, 10:20 AM #12
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    Thanks for your responses folks. I've ordered some paraffin wax so I'll see how I go with that.
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