Klüber BARRIERTA IS/V: Ultra-High Vacuum PFPE Grease for Extreme Industrial Environments

In today’s advanced manufacturing industries—such as semiconductors, aerospace, and precision engineering—lubrication reliability under extreme conditions is no longer optional. The Klüber BARRIERTA IS/V series stands out as a benchmark solution for applications requiring ultra-clean, stable, and long-lasting lubrication.

✔ Advanced PFPE Technology

BARRIERTA lubricants are based on perfluoropolyether (PFPE) oils, known for their outstanding thermal stability, chemical inertness, and ultra-low evaporation rates . This ensures consistent lubrication even in harsh environments where conventional greases fail.

✔ Ultra-High Vacuum Compatibility

Designed specifically for vacuum and cleanroom applications, BARRIERTA IS/V features:

• Extremely low vapor pressure
• Minimal outgassing
• No contamination of sensitive environments

These properties make it ideal for:

• Semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Vacuum pumps and chambers
• Cleanroom automation systems

✔ Exceptional Temperature Resistance

Operating reliably across a wide temperature range:

• Typical range: -35°C to +260°C
• Maintains lubrication performance under thermal stress
• Low evaporation extends relubrication intervals

✔ Outstanding Chemical Resistance

BARRIERTA IS/V is highly resistant to:

• Acids and alkalis
• Solvents and aggressive gases
• Oxidizing environments

PFPE-based greases are widely recognized for their chemical inertness and compatibility with plastics and elastomers .

✔ Long Service Life & Reliability

• Excellent oxidation stability
• Reduced maintenance frequency
• Extended equipment lifespan
• Stable lubrication film under extreme loads

BARRIERTA products are widely regarded as industry-leading solutions for long-term stability and high-temperature lubrication .

🔹 Typical Applications

• Semiconductor & vacuum equipment
• Aerospace components
• High-end bearings and seals
• Electrical contacts (especially precision systems)
• Cleanroom automation
• Chemical processing machinery