Can I use Supercut to lubricate the z axis thread?

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Nomad is making occasional loud sounds when moving in the z axis, was thinking lubrication might help but all I have on hand is Supercut cutting fluid. Can this double as lubricant?

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I’m pretty sure you want to use lithium grease. Will can tell you for sure. It’s probably on the Nomad Wiki page somewhere.

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KB article:

http://docs.carbide3d.com/article/13-what-oil-should-i-use-to-lubricate-the-linear-bearings

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I was thinking about the lead screw

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What is the lead screw made of? (In the Nomad(s))

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Probably 303 Stainless Steel.

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My apologies, left out a word — what is the lead screw nut made out of?

If brass, then 3-in-1 Oil? Delrin would use some lubricant compatible w/ that plastic — if any lubricant is called for — pretty sure the nut is designed to be self-lubricating.

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We use and recommend Super Lube.

Available at Amazon.
51004 Synthetic Oil with PTFE, High Viscosity, 4 oz Bottle

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