Alistair,

Well annunciated!

Frank
In a message dated 8/11/07 10:13:29 AM, albell@UVIC.CA writes:

> I am guilty of using "silicon grease" as shorthand for
> polydimethylsiloxane thickened with amorphous fumed silica.
>
> I use it to lubricate both with silicon and buna rubber o-rings,
> seals, and the like. Makes insertion so much easier and it lasts
> through heat and prssure :)
>
>
>

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