Used as a high-performance lubricant in extreme environments due to its exceptional thermal and oxidative stability. Commonly applied in aerospace mechanisms, vacuum pumps, and precision instruments where long-term reliability is critical. Resistant to chemical attack and performs well at both very low and very high temperatures. Also used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and oxygen-rich systems because it is non-flammable and inert. Its low volatility makes it ideal for applications requiring minimal outgassing, such as in space and high-vacuum technologies.