MakerGear Forum

My pre-assembled M2 came with a short blurb about using 3-in-1 on the linear shafting and lithium grease on the linear rails.

Looking at the parts pdf, I see what the linear rails are (x and y). And I assume the linear shafting are the two rods on either side of the z-axis jack screw - so 3-in-1 oil for them.

What I don't have is information on the lube for the long z-axis jack screw. Does anyone have an idea for best practices for lube on these parts?

What lube goes on the jackscrew"? If any...

My document says every 90 days or every 30 days. What are you experienced guys doing?

MakerGear sent a small tub of grease - does anyone have a source for white lithium grease?

My Z screw came slathered with the white grease, so that's what I've been using.

I set up an alert for every 30 days, and I relube if I notice any untoward noises.

jsc wrote:My Z screw came slathered with the white grease, so that's what I've been using.

I set up an alert for every 30 days, and I relube if I notice any untoward noises.

Thank you.

Do you have a source for the white grease? Is it readily available at Lowe's or Home Depot??

It's white lithium grease...you can find it anywhere (Home Depot, Amazon, etc).