Author Topic: [Shipped] DuPont™ Krytox® GPL 103 (Read 35308 times)

jdcarpe · « **on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:26:08 »

DuPont™ Krytox® GPL 103 Group Buy
Commonly mixed with DuPont™ Krytox® GPL 205 grease, this is an outstanding lubricant for Cherry MX Switches.

Orders will be taken until April 19, 2013. Invoicing will follow, with ALL PAYMENTS DUE BY APRIL 26, 2013.

*** IF YOU CANNOT PAY BY THE DUE DATE, PLEASE DO NOT ORDER ***

Details
Oil will be packaged in 1/2 oz. (14g) amounts, by weight. Each bottle will contain approximately 7.5mL of oil by volume.
Lead time from the date I place the order is approximately two weeks for me to receive the shipment.

Pricing:
$10.00 per bottle

Shipping:
Shipping will be in bubble mailers via USPS First Class.
US: $3.00
Int'l: $8.00

I am placing an initial limit of two (2) bottles per person. If you really need more than this, PM me with your reason, and we will work something out.

Order Form
Please submit your order using the Googel Docs form, >ORDER HERE<

PM me for any order changes.

jdcarpe · « **Reply #1 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:27:26 »

Order list:

watterrbottle (paid) shipped
emptythecache (paid) shipped
eyesmiles (paid) shipped
rknize (paid) shipped
Atakp (paid) shipped
Aggiejy (paid) shipped
elton5354 (paid) shipped
Lugoues (paid) shipped
mm87 (paid) shipped
calavera (paid) shipped
Kaiserreich (paid) shipped
Trev (paid) shipped
Tai92 (paid) shipped
Photekq (paid) shipped
tubby (paid) shipped
hashbaz (paid) shipped
Paranoid (paid) shipped
Dany (paid) shipped
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Beauthegamer (paid) shipped
Kayliss (paid) shipped
graboy (paid) shipped
Gizzard (paid) shipped
Glod (paid) shipped
Zifle (paid) shipped
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kinruan (paid) shipped
Wibox (paid) shipped
jalaj (paid) shipped
~~biochem~~ Permeability (paid) shipped
Leewei (paid) shipped
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44/44 paid
44/44 shipped

Jocelyn · « **Reply #2 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:31:01 »

First

PS - Thanks for doing the second round!!

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #3 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:32:18 »

Another GB for these? That was surely fast.

watterrbottle · « **Reply #4 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:32:53 »

Wow perfect timing, I needed this.

Ordered!

Glod · « **Reply #5 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:34:46 »

you were not kidding when you said you wanted more

i may sign up for this just to stock up on more just in case, i got more 205 than i thought i would get lol

danielucf · « **Reply #6 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:37:23 »

So this won't actually come pre-mixed with 205? Also what is the reason to mix with 205 anyways?

esoomenona · « **Reply #7 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:38:40 »

Quote from: danielucf on Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:37:23

So this won't actually come pre-mixed with 205? Also what is the reason to mix with 205 anyways?

I think it is to give it a bit more viscosity and adherence.

Jocelyn · « **Reply #8 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:39:49 »

Quote from: danielucf on Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:37:23

So this won't actually come pre-mixed with 205? Also what is the reason to mix with 205 anyways?

That would be a pain. Second question, it would be too runny if it wasn't mixed with grease. Also, because that's what WFD recommends

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #9 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 14:51:01 »

Well the reason why I personally use a 1:1 ratio of 205 and 103 mixture is because it feels a tad more slick than only 103 or 205 alone. It looks more like a gel or lotion type of texture. Also they have different properties. 103 is oil, and oil tends to run and doesn't stay put compared to grease. You don't want it migrating around inside the switch too much, and this is especially not good for stabilizers. Grease is good for stabilizer because it stays put. Too much 205 inside your switch will gum everything up. I purposely tried too much 205 on the sliders, and it actually makes the switch sluggish. So if you mix 205 with a little bit of oil, it's more forgiving in the amount you apply, in case you ever want to get lazy with applying consistent amounts.

You should experiment with what works best for you though. They all feel different, and it's subjective, similar to how teflon lube feels compared to other thicker lube.

elton5354 · « **Reply #10 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 15:15:46 »

Damn..shipping's the same price as the lube itself..

jdcarpe · « **Reply #11 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 15:44:05 »

Updated shipping prices slightly. US orders will ship with tracking. Int'l wasn't quite as high as I had projected.

Also, shipping price is the same whether you order 1 or 2 bottles.

KuhnTang · « **Reply #12 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 17:57:47 »

is the 205 the same as white lithium?

jdcarpe · « **Reply #13 on:** Fri, 12 April 2013, 18:30:02 »

Quote from: KuhnTang on Fri, 12 April 2013, 17:57:47

is the 205 the same as white lithium?

No, you don't want to use white lithium inside switches. That is fine for stabilizers, but what you want inside the switches is a mixture 1:1 of 103 and 205.

I'm not doing a GB for 205, because you can easily get that on eBay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUPONT-KRYTOX-GPL-205-Grease-oz-SCUBA-Oxygen-Nitrox-/270726776495?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f0892c6af

elton5354 · « **Reply #14 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 01:48:10 »

I think a petri dish would work better than a tube when mixing the lubes.

mm87 · « **Reply #15 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 01:52:10 »

Ordered. Thanks for doing 2nd round :]

feng · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 02:38:16 »

Seems like a must-have. It takes a lot of time to lubricate all of the switches though. Will order some tomorrow.

calavera · « **Reply #17 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 02:42:24 »

How much do two bottles last?

jdcarpe · « **Reply #18 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 06:50:26 »

One bottle should last several keyboards. So two bottles even more.

It's recommended to mix this 1:1 with the 205 grease. 7.5 mL of this with 7.5 mL of 205 gives you about 15 mL of lube. I would say it takes between 1-2 mL to lube an entire keyboard. You just want a thin layer on the lubed surfaces.

Use Victorinox Multi Tool Oil for lubing the springs.

TDub · « **Reply #19 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 18:08:18 »

So i already have the 205 and am very very happy with the result. My question is how much happier could i be with 205 + 103??

jdcarpe · « **Reply #20 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 18:10:03 »

For $13 it doesn't hurt to try!

I never tried the 205 by itself. I waited until I had 103 to mix with it.

Photekq · « **Reply #21 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 18:41:51 »

Ordered!

Trev · « **Reply #22 on:** Sat, 13 April 2013, 21:58:10 »

Great. In for 2

Jmneuv · « **Reply #23 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 04:03:39 »

Higher last digit is more viscous (tougher) on the krytox products, or is it the opposite?

Paranoid · « **Reply #24 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 04:08:48 »

In for one bottle

curious to feel the effect!

Dany · « **Reply #25 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 05:01:36 »

How may switches can I lube with a bottle? (ca)

Trev · « **Reply #26 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 05:05:04 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Sat, 13 April 2013, 06:50:26

One bottle should last several keyboards. So two bottles even more.

It's recommended to mix this 1:1 with the 205 grease. 7.5 mL of this with 7.5 mL of 205 gives you about 15 mL of lube. I would say it takes between 1-2 mL to lube an entire keyboard. You just want a thin layer on the lubed surfaces.

Use Victorinox Multi Tool Oil for lubing the springs.

Dany · « **Reply #27 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 05:11:44 »

Sorry, didin't read from my phone

Ordered

jdcarpe · « **Reply #28 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 16:39:21 »

Updated info in the OP.

Quote

UPDATE: The lube comes from the supplier in large bottles. Once I have enough orders to fill with one bottle, I will close the "1st batch" ordering, and invoice those orders. People can continue to place orders, and I will do more "batches" as needed.

Trev · « **Reply #29 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:39:20 »

Can you offer any assurances that you won't simply use these giant bottles of Krytox for lubed midget wrestling or building a giant Slip 'N Slide in your backyard?

Photekq · « **Reply #30 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:44:48 »

Quote from: Trev on Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:39:20

Can you offer any assurances that you won't simply use these giant bottles of Krytox for lubed midget wrestling or building a giant Slip 'N Slide in your backyard?

..Stop giving him ideas..

jdcarpe · « **Reply #31 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:55:40 »

Quote from: Trev on Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:39:20

Can you offer any assurances that you won't simply use these giant bottles of Krytox for lubed midget wrestling or building a giant Slip 'N Slide in your backyard?

I can't guarantee anything, sir.

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #32 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 21:35:54 »

Quote from: Trev on Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:39:20

Can you offer any assurances that you won't simply use these giant bottles of Krytox for lubed midget wrestling or building a giant Slip 'N Slide in your backyard?

That's pretty offensive. I'm a midget, and I use krytox for slides. So what?

Leewei · « **Reply #33 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 21:39:58 »

Is the mixture of 103 and 205 ideal for all mx switches? for linear and tactile?

Ragnorock · « **Reply #34 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 22:15:03 »

Quote from: WhiteFireDragon on Sun, 14 April 2013, 21:35:54

Quote from: Trev on Sun, 14 April 2013, 17:39:20
Can you offer any assurances that you won't simply use these giant bottles of Krytox for lubed midget wrestling or building a giant Slip 'N Slide in your backyard?

That's pretty offensive. I'm a midget, and I use krytox for slides. So what?

LOL

So I have a question. I've never even considered my board needing to be lubed up. I've used it daily for years now... what sort of symptoms would necessitate this sort of effort? From those vids it seemed like a massive amount of work... but the price in this group buy is pretty outstanding so I'm considering it anyways lol.

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #35 on:** Sun, 14 April 2013, 23:27:16 »

I think it's widely agreed that lube does make it feel more smooth, and also no one will argue it will take massive amounts of time. No one lubes because they feel something is wrong with the keys, but rather it enhances the switches even more. If you're perfectly fine with the switches you've been typing on for years, there's really no need to do it. But if you're looking for more or just want to experiment, then you might realize what you've been missing out on this whole time. Although this is still a subjective matter. You might not even like it at all, but highly unlikely

I'd say try a small batch of keys, mount it on a plate and put your favorite caps on, and type away. Then you can decide if you want to invest the time to do the whole keyboard. You definitely need to do more than 1 switch though, because pressing on one is not the same as typing on several keys.

TDub · « **Reply #36 on:** Mon, 15 April 2013, 03:41:49 »

Especially tactile switches often feel very scratchy. Lubing makes them feel soooooo smooth. Since I lubed my clears they feel so much better and are now my perfect switch and my daily driver for my office (I only used 205 not 103). It does take a lot of time, but in my opinion it is well worth both the time and money. For me this was one of the biggest improvements of typing experience of all the mods for my keyboards.

Also just watched the video and that packaging of the 103 is what we in my country call a Mogelpackung.... so much packaging for such a tiny bottle

reality404 · « **Reply #37 on:** Mon, 15 April 2013, 05:10:55 »

Ordered thanks.

vipjun · « **Reply #38 on:** Mon, 15 April 2013, 11:17:19 »

how long does the feel last for ? do we have to relube every 6months ? etc

kinruan · « **Reply #39 on:** Mon, 15 April 2013, 12:57:30 »

may i use this directly on my switches or i have to mix with other stuff?

Photekq · « **Reply #40 on:** Mon, 15 April 2013, 12:58:51 »

Quote from: kinruan on Mon, 15 April 2013, 12:57:30

may i use this directly on my switches or i have to mix with other stuff?

It can be used directly, but since it isn't very viscous it might not stick very well to certain parts of the switch. This is why it's advised to mix with GPL 205.

jalaj · « **Reply #41 on:** Mon, 15 April 2013, 19:32:33 »

good gb and thanks for the link for GPL 205

bisl · « **Reply #42 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:23:11 »

In for two! Couldn't have come at a better time.

jdcarpe · « **Reply #43 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:27:38 »

Quote from: bisl on Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:23:11

In for two! Couldn't have come at a better time.

Did you fill out the order form? I didn't see you on my spreadsheet.

Leewei · « **Reply #44 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 13:39:53 »

ordered one =) thanks for doing this

Zifle · « **Reply #45 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 16:56:52 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:27:38

Did you fill out the order form? I didn't see you on my spreadsheet.

Just in case, could you confirm that I am on it?

jdcarpe · « **Reply #46 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 16:58:30 »

Quote from: Zifle on Tue, 16 April 2013, 16:56:52

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:27:38
Did you fill out the order form? I didn't see you on my spreadsheet.

Just in case, could you confirm that I am on it?

Yes, I have you down for 1 bottle.

Zifle · « **Reply #47 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 17:01:39 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 16 April 2013, 16:58:30

Quote from: Zifle on Tue, 16 April 2013, 16:56:52
Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:27:38
Did you fill out the order form? I didn't see you on my spreadsheet.

Just in case, could you confirm that I am on it?

Yes, I have you down for 1 bottle.

Thanks :3

bisl · « **Reply #48 on:** Tue, 16 April 2013, 17:31:01 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Tue, 16 April 2013, 09:27:38

Did you fill out the order form? I didn't see you on my spreadsheet.

Like so many emails with no attachments, I got ahead of myself and forgot to fill it out. It's in now!

jdcarpe · « **Reply #49 on:** Wed, 17 April 2013, 11:05:15 »

How many would like more than 2 bottles? Just polling to check the logistics of it...

>POLL HERE<

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Author Topic: [Shipped] DuPont™ Krytox® GPL 103 (Read 35308 times)