WD40Domänen
WD40Domänen is a term used in German-language discussions to describe the set of functional domains attributed to WD-40 products. It is not an official classification by the WD-40 Company, and the term does not appear in formal product literature. The name combines the brand WD-40 with Domänen (domains), signaling a taxonomy of how the product is said to interact with equipment and materials.
In practical discussions, WD40Domänen are commonly divided into five or so domains: cleaning (removing grime, residues,
Usage notes emphasize that these domains are descriptive categories rather than guaranteed effects. Results depend on
Critics warn that overextension of the domains can lead to misuse, such as treating WD-40 as a
See also: WD-40; penetrating oil; lubricants; corrosion inhibitors.