How to use — 3 easy steps
Clean caliper slides, pins, shims and backing plates.
Brush a thin film on hardware contact points — never the pad face or rotor.
Reinstall. A thin film prevents sticking and eases the next service.
Which AGS brake lubricant is right for you?
| Sil-Glyde Silicone Brake LubricantThis product | Cerami-Glyde Silicone Brake Lubricant, Tube, 4 oz | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | All-around brake hardware on any pad type | Ceramic & semi-metallic pad hardware, high-heat use |
| Key strength | Original silicone formula, rubber-safe, 425°F | Ceramic-fortified silicone for extra film strength |
| Sizes | 4 & 8 oz tube, 12 oz tub, 4 g pouch | 4 & 8 oz tube, 4 g pouch |
| Price | $10.40 | $13.64 |
Description
Give every brake job a noise-free, corrosion-proof finish with Sil-Glyde® Silicone Brake Lubricant — the high-temperature silicone brake grease trusted by professional technicians and DIY mechanics alike.
Formulated to dampen vibration and seal out moisture, Sil-Glyde keeps caliper pins, pad backing plates, shims, and slides gliding smoothly well beyond break-in. The rubber-safe silicone formula won’t swell or degrade EPDM and nitrile seals, and it stands up to 425°F rotor heat without burning off — so hardware stays protected and comes apart cleanly at the next service.
Key Features
- Stops brake squeal & vibration — dampens the high-frequency vibration between pad and caliper that causes noise.
- Rubber-safe silicone — won't swell, soften, or degrade EPDM, nitrile, or caliper boots the way petroleum greases can.
- High-temperature protection — holds up to 425°F rotor heat without melting or burning off.
- Corrosion & moisture seal — keeps slide pins and hardware from seizing between services.
- Long service life — one thin film lasts well beyond brake break-in.
Where to Use It
- Caliper slide / guide pins and their boots
- Pad backing plates, ears, and abutment clips
- Anti-rattle shims and hardware
- Drum-brake shoe contact points and self-adjuster threads
- Caliper piston boots and dust seals (rubber-safe)
Where NOT to Use It
Never apply Sil-Glyde to the pad friction material, the rotor or drum surface, or anywhere it could migrate onto the braking surface. Keep it on the hardware and contact points only.
How to Apply
- Clean the slide pins, hardware, and contact points, and remove any old, hardened grease.
- Apply a thin, even film to slide pins, pad ears, shims, and backing plates.
- Reassemble and cycle the brakes, then wipe away any excess — a little goes a long way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sil-Glyde safe on rubber caliper boots and seals?
Yes. Sil-Glyde is a silicone-based, rubber-safe lubricant — it won't swell or degrade EPDM, nitrile, or the caliper piston and guide-pin boots. Petroleum-based greases can attack rubber and should not be used on these parts.
What temperature can Sil-Glyde handle?
It resists rotor heat up to 425°F without melting or burning off, so it stays in place on slide pins and hardware through repeated braking cycles.
Can I use it on caliper slide pins and pad hardware?
Yes — slide pins and their boots, pad ears and backing plates, shims, and drum-brake contact points are all correct uses. Just keep it off the friction material and rotor face.
Is brake lubricant the same as dielectric grease?
Both are silicone-based and rubber-safe, but purpose-built: Sil-Glyde Brake Lubricant is formulated for high-temperature brake hardware, while dielectric grease is for sealing electrical connections. Use the right one for the job.
Specifications
| Operating range | -20°F to 425°F (-29°C to 218°C) |
| Consistency | Opaque silicone grease |
| Rubber-safe | Yes — EPDM & nitrile |
| Available sizes | 4 oz & 8 oz tube, 12 oz tub, 4 g pouch (100 & 1000 ct) |
| Noise damping | Yes |
| Do not apply to | Pad friction face or rotor |