Product Name: Anti-Galling Lubricant / Blue Goop (Part No. 400001-1)

Description:
This component is a high-performance anti-galling lubricant, commonly known as "Blue Goop" (also referenced as A-2185), specifically formulated for ultra-high pressure waterjet cutting systems. It is a smooth, paste-like compound designed to prevent thread galling, seizing, and cold welding of stainless steel and other alloy components under extreme pressure and high-cycle operation .

The lubricant is engineered to withstand pressures exceeding 60,000–94,000 PSI (approximately 4,137–6,480 bar), providing a protective barrier between metal surfaces during assembly and disassembly. It is essential for lubricating high-pressure threaded connections, including gland nuts, retaining nuts, check valve retainers, high-pressure cylinder threads, and tube fittings .

Proper application of this anti-galling lubricant ensures that critical components can be assembled to the correct torque specification without damaging threads, and also permits future disassembly without galling or seizure—a common and costly problem when assembling stainless steel components under high load .

Applications:

• Lubricating high-pressure threaded connections on gland nuts, retaining nuts, and cylinder ends during pump assembly and maintenance

• Preventing thread galling and seizing on stainless steel fittings, check valve retainers (303293, 301873, 303252), and high-pressure adapters

• Used during installation of high-pressure tubing to lubricate cone seats and threads before final torque

• Applied during pump rebuilds, major maintenance, and routine servicing of waterjet intensifier systems

• Compatible with all major waterjet systems including KMT, AccuStream, H2O Jet, Flow, OMAX, WSI, BFT, and Jet Edge

Features:

• Ultra-High Pressure Rating: Specifically formulated for extreme pressures up to 94,000 PSI (6,480 bar)

• Premium Anti-Galling Formula: Prevents thread galling, seizing, and cold welding on stainless steel and alloy components

• Paste Consistency: Smooth, easy-to-apply paste that stays in place on threads during assembly

• Corrosion Protection: Provides a protective barrier against moisture and chemical degradation in waterjet environments

• Torque Accuracy: Ensures consistent friction coefficient for accurate torque application

• Comprehensive Lubrication: Suitable for threads, cone seats, O-rings, and dynamic seal lips

Maintenance:

When to Use (Critical Applications):

• Every High-Pressure Threaded Connection: Apply to all stainless steel threads during reassembly of intensifier pumps, check valves, fittings, and cutting head components

• Gland Nuts and Retainers: Essential for lubricating gland nuts (05116595, BV701184), retaining nuts (303293, 301873, 303252, 300731), and check valve retainers

• High-Pressure Cylinder Threads: Apply to cylinder body threads before installation into the hydraulic cylinder head or end caps

• Tubing Connections: Always apply a thin layer to the threads of HP fittings, glands, and collars when assembling high-pressure water lines

• Seal Installation: Apply a light coating to O-rings and dynamic seal lips during installation to prevent dry start-up and reduce friction

Application Guidelines:

• Thin, Even Layer: Apply a thin, uniform coating to male and female threads. Avoid over-application, which can trap contaminants

• Clean Threads First: Before applying lubricant, ensure threads are clean, dry, and free from debris, old lubricant, or corrosion

• Do Not Apply to Sealing Faces: Apply lubricant to threads and seal lips only. Avoid contact with precision cone sealing surfaces or valve seats that require metal-to-metal contact for sealing

• Reapply After Disassembly: Always clean and reapply fresh lubricant whenever components are disassembled and reassembled. Do not rely on old lubricant

• Use with Torque Wrench: After applying lubricant, tighten components to the specific torque values listed in the equipment service manual for accurate and consistent clamping force

Cross-Reference Information:

• A-2185

• Blue Goop

• Part No. 400001-1

• Also known as Anti-Galling Lubricant for waterjet systems

• Compatible with H2O Jet, Flow, KMT, AccuStream, OMAX, WSI, BFT, and Jet Edge systems