Plug Valves Lubricants & Sealants

At South Coast Products (SOCO), we have a 50-year history as the top plug valve grease distributor in Texas. We’re based out of a factory in Houston, a state-of-the-art facility where we proudly make our products. It’s been a long evolution over the past 50 years, from a company that started with a single machine and a dream to a worldwide force in this industry. Our founder, so innovative he was often called the Mad Chemist, would be proud to see how we have grown as a company.

For you as a consumer, this growth and development is also invaluable. It has led us to create plug valve sealants that go beyond what you’re going to get anywhere else. It has helped us create a global distribution network so that you can get fast, accurate shipping at any location on the planet. It has pushed us to keep innovating and making the next generation of plug valve lubricants that set the standard in this industry. All of this means that you get better products, better prices and a better experience than is possible with the competition, and you’ll see the difference the first time you place an order with SOCO.

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Chemola™ Desco 1055

Premium Synthetic Valve Lubricant

Chemola™ Desco 1055 is a state-of-the-art synthetic lubricant that is exceedingly resistant to hydrocarbons, water and hydrochloric acid. Chemola™ Desco 1055 is formulated with solid lubricants to provide lubrication to 600˚F.

Chemola™ Desco 111 (HS)

Hydrogen Sulfide Service

Chemola™ Desco 111 (HS) is a synthetic lubricant for valves, swivel joints, pumps and flanges in service where sour gases are present. Chemola™ Desco 111 (HS) has high metal adhesion, corrosion resistance and is water resistant.

*For Use In Gate, Ball, And Plug Valves.

Chemola™ Desco 111 (HT)

Valve Lubricant for Sour Service

Chemola™ Desco 111 (HT) is a black, tacky grease designed for maximum hydrocarbon resistance at temperatures up to 350°F. Chemola™ Desco 111 (HT) is also highly resistant to H2S and sour crude service.

*For Use In Gate, Ball, And Plug Valves.

Chemola™ Desco 111 (LT)

Low Temp Hydrogen Sulfide Service

Chemola™ Desco 111 (LT) is designed for use in valves under arctic conditions (to -75 F). 111-LT is extremely resistant to hydrogen sulfide and will not mix with water, preventing freeze-up in the valve. Because it provides good metal protection and is particularly water resistant, it is the recommended lubricant for frac valves.

Chemola™ Desco 600

Synthetic Valve Lubricant

Chemola™ Desco 600 is a superior lubricant formulated for resistance to hydrocarbons. It contains 100% synthetic fluids with a non-soap thickener. Chemola™ Desco 600 is our most popular lubricant for non-sour services and is formulated for resistance to hydrocarbons, water and synthetic fluids.

Chemola™ Desco 620

Sealant/Lubricant for WKM Type Valves

Chemola™ Desco 620 is a “peanut butter” type of synthetic lubricant/sealant used in gate valves with liquid and gas hydrocarbon service. It has a 100% synthetic fluid base and is also available in a softer version referred to as “creamy.”

Chemola™ Desco 660

Hydrocarbon Service for McEvoy Type Valves

Chemola™ Desco 660 is a superior gate valve lubricant/sealant formulated with 100% synthetic oils and non-soap thickeners. It is very effective in gas service (except chlorine, bromine, fluorine, and oxygen) and highly resistant to washout. It has excellent metal adhesion, corrosion resistance, EP characteristics and is water resistant.

Chemola™ Desco 750

High Temperature Hydrocarbon Service

Chemola™ Desco 750 is formulated with 100% synthetic oils and contains solid lubricants for effective lubrication at temperatures to 900˚F.

Chemola™ Desco 800

Aromatic Hydrocarbon Service

Chemola™ Desco 800 is a high purity synthetic lubricant formulated for enhanced resistance to aromatic hydrocarbons and gasoline. Its blend of heavy bodied synthetic oils promotes superior metal adhesion and resistance to hydrocarbon blends that have a high percentage of aromatic compounds.

Chemola™ Desco 955

Premium Synthetic

Chemola™ Desco 955 is a hydrocarbon-resistant synthetic lubricant containing molybdenum disulfide for added extreme pressure properties. Chemola™ Desco 955 is formulated with solid lubricants to provide lubrication to 600˚F.

Chemola™ Desco TFE-Seal 108

For Hard to Seal Valves

Chemola™ Desco TFE-Seal 108 is the ultimate sealant for damaged valves. It was developed and tested by a group of valve repair specialists with over 20 years combined experience. This is the ultimate sealant of internally worn or damaged valves. It contains a 100% synthetic base fluid for excellent resistance to washout from hydrocarbons. If TFE-Seal 108 won’t seal your valve, it will need to be taken offline or rebuilt.

Chemola™ Desco TFE-Seal 110X

For Hard to Seal Valves

Chemola™ Desco TFE-Seal 110X is a premium sealant for worn, damaged and leaking valves. TFE-Seal 110X is formulated with 100% synthetic base fluid for excellent resistance to washout from hydrocarbons. It contains chemically inert PTFE for ultimate sealing capability. Higher PTFE grades are available.

Exploring Some of Our Core Plug Valve Sealants

We have a wide variety of products, and that’s one of our main strengths as a company. We can find something to fit your specific needs. Many products are designed for extreme environments, for example, such as high-temp environments or areas where powerful equipment has to run 24/7 — and must function perfectly despite this extended use. That said, if you’re new to SOCO and trying to get a feel for what we do best, a few of our core products in this area include:

  • Chemola™ Desco 1055: Premium Synthetic Valve Lubricant
  • Chemola™ Desco 955: Premium Synthetic
  • Chemola™ Desco 750: High Temperature Hydrocarbon Service
  • Chemola™ Desco 600: Synthetic Valve Lubricant
  • Chemola™ Desco 111 (HS): Hydrogen Sulfide Service

When you contact us, our friendly sales team would be more than happy to answer your questions about these products or any of the others that we make. We can provide detailed spec sheets, use case examples, demonstrations and further information. If you know exactly what you need and you just want to order, that’s excellent. If you’re not sure, though, let our experts guide you and show you exactly what options you have. 

We know that you have a unique situation and you need the perfect product that meets those needs. One of the principles that this company was founded on was that the customer should always come first, and we stand by that today. It’s yet another way that we stand apart as the best plug valve grease distributor. We will work with you every step of the way. 

How to Contact Us 

If you would like to learn more about our inventory, ask questions, or simply put in an order for plug valve grease products, please do not hesitate to call now at 800-535-5823. If you would like to send an email instead, please address it to CUSTSERV@SOCOUSA.COM. We look forward to hearing from you!