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Created page with "=== What is Silbergleit? === {{ToolInfoBox|tool name=Silbergleit|german=Silbergleit|image=Silbergleit.jpg|material=Jointer-Planer|location=Cold Metal Area}} Silbergleit is a non-stick, silicone-free sliding agent often used in woodworking. It comes in a creamy paste or spray form and helps reduce friction between wood and machine surfaces. === Why use it? === Applying Silbergleit to machine tables makes wood glide more smoothly, reducing resistance and effort when pushi..."
 
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Where to use it:
Where to use it:


    Planer (Abrichte): Apply a thin layer to the infeed and outfeed tables to make feeding long boards easier and more consistent.
*     Planer (Abrichte): Apply a thin layer to the infeed and outfeed tables to make feeding long boards easier and more consistent.
 
* Table Saw (Formatkreissäge): Use on the saw table to reduce drag and improve control during cuts.
    Table Saw (Formatkreissäge): Use on the saw table to reduce drag and improve control during cuts.


How to apply:
How to apply:


    Make sure the surface is clean and dry.
*     Make sure the surface is clean and dry.
 
* Apply a small amount of Silbergleit using a cloth or sponge.
    Apply a small amount of Silbergleit using a cloth or sponge.
* Let it sit briefly, then buff it with a clean cloth.
 
* Reapply as needed, especially if the surface starts to feel sticky or rough again.
    Let it sit briefly, then buff it with a clean cloth.
 
    Reapply as needed, especially if the surface starts to feel sticky or rough again.


=== Safety note: ===
=== Safety note: ===
Do not apply it to any parts where grip is needed (e.g., feed rollers) or close to blades where it could affect cutting performance.
Do not apply it to any parts where grip is needed (e.g., feed rollers) or close to blades where it could affect cutting performance.

Revision as of 19:58, 12 June 2025

What is Silbergleit?

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Silbergleit

Material: Jointer-Planer
Location: Cold Metal Area

Silbergleit is a non-stick, silicone-free sliding agent often used in woodworking. It comes in a creamy paste or spray form and helps reduce friction between wood and machine surfaces.

Why use it?

Applying Silbergleit to machine tables makes wood glide more smoothly, reducing resistance and effort when pushing workpieces. It also protects metal surfaces from rust without leaving any sticky or oily residue.

Where to use it:

  •     Planer (Abrichte): Apply a thin layer to the infeed and outfeed tables to make feeding long boards easier and more consistent.
  • Table Saw (Formatkreissäge): Use on the saw table to reduce drag and improve control during cuts.

How to apply:

  •     Make sure the surface is clean and dry.
  • Apply a small amount of Silbergleit using a cloth or sponge.
  • Let it sit briefly, then buff it with a clean cloth.
  • Reapply as needed, especially if the surface starts to feel sticky or rough again.

Safety note:

Do not apply it to any parts where grip is needed (e.g., feed rollers) or close to blades where it could affect cutting performance.