WS2 powder can be applied directly to surfaces that require long-lasting, dry lubrication—without the need for binders or complex processing.

1. Application Methods:
   • Pneumatic Spraying : The powder can be sprayed at ~120 psi using dry, cool compressed air at room temperature. This forms a uniform, ultra-thin lubricating film approximately 0.5 microns thick.
   • Buffing Method: Alternatively, WS₂ can be mixed with isopropyl alcohol to create a paste, which can be buffed onto the surface for effective coating.
2. Benefits:
   • No heat treatment or curing required
   • Strong adhesion without binders
   • Reduces wear, friction, and operating temperatures
   • Suitable for high-load, high-temperature environments
3. Typical Applications:
   • Automotive and Racing – gears, engine components, pistons, and chains
   • Aerospace – moving parts, bearings, and precision assemblies
   • Industrial Machinery – shafts, rollers, cutting tools, blades, and slitting knives
   • Mold Release and Tooling – injection molds, dies, and machining tools
   • Marine Components – corrosion-prone and load-bearing parts
   • Bearings – linear, ball, and roller bearings

WS2 powder can also be used as a performance-enhancing additive in wet lubricants:

1. Recommended Concentration:
   Typically added in the range of 1% to 15% by weight, depending on the specific application needs.
2. Functional Benefits:
   • Significantly improves the lubricating properties of oils and greases
   • Enhances performance under extreme pressure (EP) conditions
   • Boosts thermal resistance, making lubricants suitable for high-temperature operations
   • As the lubricant flows, WS₂ particles adhere to metal surfaces, creating a low-friction protective layer that extends equipment life.

Due to its unique structure and properties, WS2 powder is also gaining interest in high-tech and research fields.

• Examples:
  • Nanotechnology and 2D Materials – as a semiconductor in nanoelectronics
  • Battery Technologies – as an anode material in lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries
  • Catalysis – used in hydrogen evolution reactions (HER)
  • Coatings and Composites – for improving wear resistance and durability