Polywater J
High Performance Lubricant
TECHNICAL SPEC IF ICAT ION
Description:
Polywater
Lubricant J is a high-performance cable
pulling lubricant proven in the installation of millions
of feet (meters) of cable over the last 20 years.
Lubricant J provides excellent tension reduction in
underground and industrial cable pulls. It is
recommended for both communications and
electrical cable. Polywater
J has excellent shear
resistance for effective lubrication under high cable
sidewall pressure in conduit bends.
The residue from Polywater
J does not propagate
flame when used with fire-retardant cable systems.
Lubricant J is slow drying. The residue is a thin,
slippery film that retains its lubricity for months after
use. Its dried residue is non-conductive and non-
combustible.
Polywater
Lubricant J is a stringy gel. It can be
applied by hand or using Polywater's LP Pumps. It
is also available in the unique Front End Pack
pre-lubrication bags.
Friction Testing:
Lubricity: Polywater
J Lubricant shows superior
friction reduction on a variety of jacket types. Typical
friction coefficients at 200 lbs/ft (2.91 kN/m) normal
pressure are shown. Test results are based on the
method described in the white paper, "Coefficient of
Friction Measurement on Polywater's Friction Table,
2007" (polywater.com/FTable.pdf). Values are
averages based on cable jacket and conduit materials
from multiple manufacturers.
Conduit Type
Cable
Jacket
HDPE PVC Steel FRP EMT
XLPE
.14
.11
.13
.16
.21
LLDPE
.10
.11
.16
.13
.13
PVC
.11
.11
.13
.16
.11
CPE
.14
.11
.21
.24
.08
HDPE
.05
.09
.13
.13
.13
Coefficient of friction data on additional or specific
cable jackets or conduits came be obtained from
American Polywater Corporation.
Product Benefits:
Specification grade
Excellent friction reduction
High cling factor
Non-combustible residue
Clean and non-staining
Temperature stable
End Use:
Suitable for many type