TeeJay Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) Just got a new fluval 207 canister filter and I'm looking for a lubricant that is safe to use on the o ring gasket I was looking at this and thought it would be safe since it's food grade silicone based. F Edsrdus O-Ring Silicone Lubricant SG02 Food Grade, Clean, Dielectric and Seals Out Moisture 3OZ(85g) x1 Pack https://a.co/d/e8qyWbA Edited February 3, 2023 by TeeJay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 I've used "super lube" and silicone grease. I'd recommend the second. Food Grade Food Grade Pure Silicone Grease, 2.0 fl. oz. (59 ml) Jar https://a.co/d/fOG5xuR 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted February 3, 2023 Author Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 2/2/2023 at 9:14 PM, nabokovfan87 said: I've used "super lube" and silicone grease. I'd recommend the second. Food Grade Food Grade Pure Silicone Grease, 2.0 fl. oz. (59 ml) Jar https://a.co/d/fOG5xuR Looks like good stuff and food grade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 2/2/2023 at 6:23 PM, TeeJay said: Looks like good stuff and food grade. Consistency is really easy to use, that's why I like it. Normally used for dive equipment is how I first heard about it. Kind of reminds me of taking silicone from the tube, curing it, grinding that to a paste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted February 3, 2023 Author Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 2/2/2023 at 9:26 PM, nabokovfan87 said: Consistency is really easy to use, that's why I like it. Normally used for dive equipment is how I first heard about it. Kind of reminds me of taking silicone from the tube, curing it, grinding that to a paste. As long as it's fishy friend safe I'm down with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T. Payne Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 Vaseline Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lefty o Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 id use faucet washer silicone. people safe, so should be fishy safe too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 2/2/2023 at 6:33 PM, T. Payne said: Vaseline Definitely used a lot. Definitely not fish safe. Petroleum based. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted February 3, 2023 Author Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 2/2/2023 at 9:36 PM, nabokovfan87 said: Definitely used a lot. Definitely not fish safe. Petroleum based. Right we have a food grade libe we use at work on the ice cream machines and pumps. I was going to use that until I realized it was petrolatum based. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chick-In-Of-TheSea Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) Probably silicone grease. I use it on the o-rings on my scuba tanks. On 2/2/2023 at 9:14 PM, nabokovfan87 said: I've used "super lube" and silicone grease. I'd recommend the second. Food Grade Food Grade Pure Silicone Grease, 2.0 fl. oz. (59 ml) Jar https://a.co/d/fOG5xuR In the Q&A the seller stated this is safe for aquariums. Edited February 3, 2023 by Chick-In-Of-TheSea Fix link 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mmiller2001 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 I use this Dow Corning 111 O-Ring Valve Silicone Lubricant & Sealant Scuba 2oz 57g https://a.co/d/3nmNESW 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biotope Biologist Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) Eh vaseline is fine but i’d use silicone based lubricants anyway as they are hydrophobic when cured and generally last a long time in the aquaria. also @Mmiller2001 your link just leads to an endless scrolling wheel of death. edit: nvm my phone just doesn’t like google Edited February 3, 2023 by Biotope Biologist 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrely Dan Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 I've been using food grade pure silicone on my 407 gasket. It's been working great so far. The brand I use is Trident. I believe it's used for scuba diving o rings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyM Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 Check this silicone lube out: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V2G7IH4/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirrely Dan Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 On 2/3/2023 at 4:37 PM, MattyM said: Check this silicone lube out: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00V2G7IH4/ Yep, that's the stuff I'm using Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted February 3, 2023 Author Share Posted February 3, 2023 Yes I ultimately went with the trident pure silicone grease like @nabokovfan87 and @Squirrely Dan had mentioned. I figured that was the best bet. Thanks to everyone for the help and comments you all rock. It will be here tomorrow. Not like I don't have a few more days until the rest of the sponges come in that I'm going to be running on it lol. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 So, refresh my memory please, why exactly is this a good thing? I remember being told when I got my filter to do that with the O ring, but it slipped my mind, and now here I am, 8 years in. The ring in my Filstar is in pretty tight, I would think I'd do more damage trying to get it out. Or do you just lubricate it in place? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted February 5, 2023 Author Share Posted February 5, 2023 On 2/4/2023 at 6:26 PM, Val said: So, refresh my memory please, why exactly is this a good thing? I remember being told when I got my filter to do that with the O ring, but it slipped my mind, and now here I am, 8 years in. The ring in my Filstar is in pretty tight, I would think I'd do more damage trying to get it out. Or do you just lubricate it in place? I'm sure you could just live it in place. This is my first time having a canister filter so I just wanted to have it on hand to start off with. I figure if you haven't noticed and cracks or wear and tear too it you would be ok but I'm not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nabokovfan87 Posted February 5, 2023 Share Posted February 5, 2023 On 2/4/2023 at 3:26 PM, Val said: The ring in my Filstar is in pretty tight, I would think I'd do more damage trying to get it out. You do need to remove it to lubricate it. They do have specialty tools for removing O-Rings. Yes, absolutely can do more damage trying to get it out, especially if it's brittle. You can try with a pair of dull tweezers or something similar as well to try to remove it. https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Scratch-Ring-Pick-Tool/dp/B07Y8QWX9B/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=o+ring+removal+tool&qid=1675560634&sr=8-2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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