What is the new DFX-L for the axles?  We have very strict rules, so wondering if this would break the rules.  We are allowed dry lube only, graphite. 

Always looking for a better product, I came across this.  Move over cermaics….. This is far better by all means.  

ReleaSys™ DFX-L Dry Lubricant is Miller-Stephenson’s most advanced and sophisticated PTFE DryFilm coating provide superior lubrication, wear resistance, friction reduction and long-term corrosion protection. Our next-generation PTFE coating system is 100% compatible will all surfaces and will not swell or degrade wood, plastics, rubbers, metallics or glass.  Sliding friction and wear are reduced dramatically allowing for longer component life and long-term smooth operation with “slip-stick” issues. Properly applied, our coating applied a PTFE film which is less than 0.1 micron in thickness and offers coefficient of friction value as low as 0.05 – 0.10.

Benefits of ReleaSys™ DFX-L Dry Lubricant

• Next-Generation PTFE DryFilm Lubricant
• Ultra-low coefficient of friction; Highly Lubricious
• Repels dirt and dust build-up
• Long-term corrosion protection
• 100% non-flammable, zero VOC, and ultra low odor

So why do you interpret a lube and a coating as the same thing?

There are 2 type of friction.  A static “sticky friction” and then mechanical friction.  Axle coatings and bore polishings are done to reduce the friction of your pinewood derby at rest – static sticky.  The forces needed to get the wheel moving.  Higher friction surfaces will cause those forces to hold the car in place just a tad bit longer than the person who took the time to reduce the friction of those surfaces.  Polishing reduces surface area “fingers that hold”….  Coatings then alter the natural friction coefficients of those materials.  So by introducing these nano coatings on the wheels and axles…. we enable the car to require less work to start or get going.  Also lighter wheels improve this process even more.  

NOW that everything is moving.  You need something to keep that work from having friction or slowing down.  All the coatings in the world have zero impact of reducing rotational friction. The just wear off. This is what the added lube does.  Ideally for rolling things…. OIL is the best because of surfactant properties it sticking in place.  But BSA idk… old school thinking.  Rather have this dry lube that gets spun into the air and all over everyone’s beautiful projects and makes a mess and doesn’t last long because its just gone.  It’s a mess for everyone.  But whatever.  This is what your rules state… You are only allowed dry lubes….. graphite is a type of dry lube and truly the best dry lube there is. 

And if you are super worried, just don’t order it.