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Best Lubricant for Locks & Deadbolts

Looking for the right lubricant for your locks & deadbolts? We compared 1 option for this use case — including common searches like deadbolt, padlock, key stuck, sticky lock, door lock. Here's what works and what to avoid.

AGS Powdered Graphite Lubricant

Specialty Base: Graphite Viscosity: Dry Form: Puffer Bottle

Pure graphite powder. No wet residue, won't attract dust. The only correct choice for locks.

Best for Locks & deadbolts, threaded rods, key cylinders, safes, padlocks
Avoid Don't mix with oil-based lubes in the same lock — they'll gum up
For this use Puff into keyway, work key in and out. NEVER use oil or WD-40 in locks
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