Piston Valve Lubricants Rotary Valve Lubricants

LIGHT PISTON
A long-lasting synthetic valve oil specifically formulated for
instruments with close-tolerance piston valves. Provides for an
action that is smooth, quick, and consistent. Protects against
wear and corrosion. Non-gumming.
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LIGHT ROTOR
A synthetic lubricant formulated specifically for instruments with
close-tolerance rotors. Long-lasting formula provides for a quick
action while guarding against corrosion and wear. Long-tipped
needle oiler.
PISTON ROTOR
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A synthetic valve oil designed specifically for instruments with Long-lasting synthetic lubrication for instruments with rotors
piston valves having average clearance. Long-lasting formula
provides for an action that is smooth, quick, and consistent. 12 having average clearance. Improves valve seal while protecting
against corrosion and wear. Long-tipped needle oiler.
Protects against wear and corrosion. Non-gumming.
CLASSIC PISTON 5 LIGHT BEARING & LINKAGE
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Synthetic protection for your classic instrument. Formulated to Formulated for close-tolerance rotary valves. This synthetic
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help seal piston valves having greater clearance. Promotes
smooth, quick action; helps prevent sticking. Protects against
wear and corrosion. Long-lasting. Non-gumming.
10 13 lubricant ensures maximum wear protection for spindle bearings,
rod end bearings, linkage joints, and lever hinges without
slowing the action. Protects against corrosion. Needle oiler.

Slide Lubricants (Oil) MEDIUM BEARING & LINKAGE

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A synthetic lubricant designed for rotary valves having average
LIGHT SLIDE OIL clearance. Provides for a smooth, quick action while protecting
spindle bearings, rod end bearings, linkage joints, and lever

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A lighter viscosity synthetic lubricant formulated for tighter-fitting
valve slides and for valve slides of longer length (e.g. 3rd valve 5 6 4 5 hinges against wear and corrosion. Needle oiler.
slides). Provides rapid slide action when making intonation BEARING & LINKAGE
adjustments. Protects against corrosion and wear.
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Musical Instrument Lubricants are Nontoxic, and Compatible with conventional petroleum-based oils. Engineered for rotary valves having greater clearance. Synthetic
SLIDE OIL 14 protection for spindle bearings, rod end bearings, linkage joints,
and lever hinges. Provides for a smooth, quick action. Protects

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Original (Tuning Slide Oil) formula. A medium viscosity synthetic
lubricant for first and third valve slides. Maintains seal and 10 13
against wear and corrosion. Needle oiler.
smooth slide action when making intonation adjustments.
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Protects against corrosion and wear.
11 13.5 An extra-heavy synthetic designed for ball joints. Lubricates,
HEAVY SLIDE OIL
A heavier-viscosity synthetic lubricant for looser-fitting valve 12 14 15 protects against wear and corrosion, quiets noisy joints, dampens
vibrations, and assures a smooth action. Also for pivot screws
and worn linkage components. Needle oiler.
slides and for valve slides of shorter length (e.g. 1st valve
slides). Improves slide tube seal. Prevents binding when making 6 13 13.5 14
Key Lubricants
intonation adjustments. Protects against corrosion and wear.
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Slide Lubricants (Grease) LIGHT KEY
A synthetic key lubricant formulated for instruments with close-
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SLIDE-GEL™
13 13.5 14 16 tolerance actions. Frees sticking keys by penetrating into hinge
tubes. Provides for a smooth, quick action. Protects against

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A hi-viscosity synthetic lubricant for close-fitting stationary slides. wear and corrosion. Needle oiler allows for neat application.
Provides long-lasting seal and firm slide "feel / pull". Will not
bunch-up in slide tube ends. Adhesive formula protects against MEDIUM KEY
corrosion and wear. See USG No. 9 for additional application. 13 13.5 14 The preferred key lubricant for most instruments. The viscosity
SLIDE-GEL™ PLUS 17 of this synthetic is best suited to actions of average tolerance.
Keeps keys moving quickly, smoothly, and quietly. Protects

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A synthetic lubricant of heavier viscosity for loose-fitting stationary
slides. Provides long-lasting seal and firm slide "feel / pull". Will 10 against wear and corrosion. Needle oiler for easy application.
not bunch-up in slide tube ends. Adhesive formula protects
against corrosion and wear. 15 HEAVY KEY
A synthetic key lubricant engineered for instruments with worn
SLIDE GREASE 18 actions, and instruments that characteristically exhibit greater
action tolerance. Dampens sympathetic vibrations. Provides

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For those who prefer a long-lasting slide lubricant of heavy for a smooth, quiet action. Needle oiler for easy application.
consistency, this premium slide grease keeps stationary slides
airtight and in place. 20 Cork Lubricant
ULTRA SLIDE GREASE 10 15 CORK
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A unique slide grease of extra-heavy consistency designed for A long-lasting, premium cork lubricant that provides for smooth,
loose-fitting stationary slides. This tacky grease keeps slides in
place and airtight. Resists breakdown. May be used together
with Slide-Gel™ to obtain desired "feel" or "pull" of slides.
19 16 17 18 19 19 positive tenon joint assembly while ensuring long cork life.
Preserves joint corks without build-up or caking. Also great for
saxophone neck screws.

Synthetic Grease Syringe Trombone Slide Spray

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT GREASE HYDRO-SLIDE™
A multi-purpose grease for brass and woodwind instruments. When added to water, Hydro-Slide™ forms an extraordinary
Lubricates flat springs & tracks, pivot screws, wing/neck screws,
joints, linkages, hinges, levers, and threads. Waterproof synthetic
10 20 lubricating fluid. Use with or without slide cream for an unusually
smooth slide action. Mix concentrate with water (1:40, 1:20 or
guards against wear and corrosion. Plastics-safe. 1:10) in Hydro-Slide™ applicator and spray on slide.
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Recommended by manufacturers including: Application
Guide
The extensive range of Hetman Musical Instrument
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Gebrüder Alexander - Mainz, Germany
Lubricants constitutes an application-specific system of World famous Alexander brass instruments since 1782
advanced instrument care for the discriminating musician. V. F. Cerveny & Sons - Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic
This system of lubricants was developed to go beyond Legendary Cerveny brass instruments since 1842
the limitations of conventional oils and provide a new DEG Music / Willson USA - Lake Geneva, WI USA

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level of instrument performance and longevity. Dynasty, Schafer & Willson musical instruments
Greenhoe Mus. Inst. Components - Jackson, WI USA
Ongoing wear and weakening of the instrument's air seal Greenhoe valves and musical instrument components
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due to improper lubrication are serious threats to the Haagston - Stadt Haag, Austria
performing artist. The negative effects include unsure Handcrafted Haagston brass instruments
response, diminishing resonance and clarity, erratic M. Jiracek & Sons - Saratice, Czech Republic
intonation, and unreliable action. An extensive research
and development project was therefore undertaken to
engineer a comprehensive system of lubricants that
Custom handcrafted Jiracek horns
Kalison - Milano, Italy
Kalison horns and tubas since 1928
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would satisfy the following criteria: Ricco Kühn - Örderan, Germany

• Nontoxic Formula - each lubricant is nontoxic.

• Leading-Edge Technology - each lubricant embodies
Horns, Wagnertubas, trumpets and flugelhorns
Kühnl & Hoyer - Markt Erlbach, Germany
World class cornets, trumpets, flugelhorns & trombones
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LUBRICANTS
the most advanced technology, providing superior, Hub van Laar - Margraten, Netherlands
longer-lasting performance, and protection against Handmade brass instruments
wear and corrosion. Herbert Lätzsch - Bremen, Germany
• Compatibility - each lubricant is compatible with Handcrafted Lätzsch trombones and trumpets
Lechner Instrumentenbau - Bischofshofen, Austria
conventional petroleum-based oils, avoiding potential
Handmade Lechner brass instruments • Piston Valve Lubricants
gumming problems associated with some synthetics.
• Application-Specific - each lubricant's viscosity, and
Lewis Orchestral Horns - Chicago, IL USA
Orchestral horns handcrafted by Steven W. Lewis
• Rotary Valve Lubricants
formulation is designed for its specific application.
• Easy Application - each lubricant is packaged with a
Josef Lidl - Brno, Czech Republic
World renowned Lidl brass instruments since 1892
• Slide Lubricants (Oil)
dispensing system that allows convenient application to J. Meinlschmidt - Geretsried, Germany • Slide Lubricants (Grease)
the most difficult-to-reach lubrication points. Rotary valves of the highest quality since 1866
• Application Guide - an easy-to-follow application Miraphone - Waldkraiburg, Germany • Key Lubricants
guide is available that describes the suggested use of Internationally renowned Miraphone brass instruments
each product. Josef Monke - Köln-Ehrenfeld, Germany • Cork Lubricant
World famous Monke trumpets since 1922
Hetman® Musical Instrument Lubricants achieve the Münchner Blech - München, Germany • Trombone Slide Spray
optimum balance between quick action and protection of
vital components. Hetman® lubricants are formulated in
Handcrafted trumpets and flugelhorns
Rauch Horns - Stabekk, Norway
• Synthetic Grease Syringe
special viscosity grades that meet the specific Horns handcrafted by Daniel Rauch

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requirements of the artist, and best suit the individual Schagerl Meisterinstrumente - Mank, Austria
character of the artist's instrument. Performers are Handcrafted Schagerl brass instruments
afforded the feel and confidence of a smooth, consistent Martin Seibold Instrumentenbau - Baiernrain, Germany
action, while the longevity of their treasured instrument "Minibal" precision linkage joints (rod end bearings)
is prolonged by the unique formulation of each lubricant.

Hetman® Musical Instrument Lubricants allow superior

performance and protection to be realized immediately
S.E.Shires Company - Hopedale, MA USA
Shires world class trombones
Thein Musikinstrumentenbau - Bremen, Germany
Handcrafted brass instruments by Max & Heinrich Thein
Professional
upon application. Although pre-cleaning is not required,
maximum performance and protection is achieved by
applying Hetman® lubricants to a thoroughly cleaned
instrument. The unique formulation of Hetman® Musical
Yamaha Canada Music - Toronto, ON Canada
Yamaha orchestral and band instruments
Yamaha Corp. of America - Grand Rapids, MI USA
Yamaha orchestral and band instruments
Choice
Instrument Lubricants provides unprecedented levels of Bernhard Zirnbauer - Erkheim, Germany
both performance and protection. Innovative, new generation rotary valves English
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