FAQ
Oils, Lubricants and Hand Cleaners
FAQs
Q Why can’t Hercules hand cleaner (#45304) be sold in California?
A This product is no longer available, because VOC levels were too high.
Q What type of lubricant should be used on O-rings and other rubber parts?
A Silicone grease should be used on rubber parts, because petroleum based lubricants could potentially
affect the integrity and lead to product failure.
Q What are the uses for Hercules Lube Oil?
A This product is intended for general lubrication and is safe to use on most circulating pumps as well as
bushings, bearings, linkages and sliding parts. This product should not be used on light electric motors.
Q What is the weight of Hercules Lube Oil?
A Weight = 20 or ISO 68 viscosity oil.
Q Is Hercules Plumbers Silicone Grease safe to use on rubber products?
A Yes. This product can safely be used on rubber and synthetic O-rings, and plastic parts. This product
does not contain any petroleum products.
Q What materials can I use Hercules 300° Plumber’s Grease on?
A This product should only be used on turning or sliding metal products. It is petroleum based, and could
affect the integrity of plastic and rubber parts.
Q What are the benets of Hercules Hand Towels?
A Hercules Hand Towels are antibacterial. They will not irritate your hands and have Aloe Vera, vitamin E
and lanolin moisturizers which leave hands soft and smooth. While safe for many nished surfaces, they
soften and remove plastic cements.