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February 18th, 2010 00:00

rail lubricant

I have some 1U Rapid Rails (for PE1650's / PE850's) that are starting to get a little sticky when pulling them out.  As the 1U rails do not get the benefit of ball bearings or rollers, I figure i'm going to need to lube them up so they'll slide smoothly again.  What is the best lube recommended for these types of rails?  my short term fix is a squirt of WD-40, but my experience with rails indicates a thicker, almost gel/grease type material - again no idea what Dell or other rail manufacturer's use.

Any information would be very helpful.

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  • pcmeiners

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    Posted February 18th, 2010 05:00

    Have to plug one of my favorite computer lubricants, Teflon spray (Borden's , Remington) obtainable at hardware or gun shops. Apply liberally, multi coats, with drying time in between coats until white powder builds up. Non conductive, will not build up dust like petro based lubs.Good on cable ends, power  buttons/connectors, data connectors, disk rails etc.

     

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    Posted March 3rd, 2010 00:00

    Thanks

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