Yes, you can apply water coolant to metal. This can help to dissipate heat and prevent the metal from overheating. It is important to ensure that the coolant is not too cold, as this can cause the metal to crack.
Hydraulic fluid can be used for cutting oil, but it is not as effective as a dedicated cutting oil. Cutting oil is designed to cool and lubricate the cutting tool and workpiece, and to remove chips from the cutting area. Hydraulic fluid does not have the same additives as cutting oil, and will not perform as well.
No, you cannot use motor oil as cutting fluid. Motor oil is too thick and will not work as a cutting fluid.
You can use vegetable oil as cutting oil, but it is not as effective as other options. It will work to lubricate and cool your cutting tools, but it will not last as long as other options and it is not as effective at removing metal chips.
4.9/5
Connects to Loc-Line fittings or another Loc-Line hose segment
Material meets NSF/ANSI standards 14, 51, and 61 for drinking (potable) water
Two segments of Loc-Line modular hose
Maximum operating temperature of 170 degrees F
Acetal copolymer plastic has a blue color, resists corrosion and moisture, and can be used with acetone, alcohol, ethyl, greases, oils, commercial dish detergents, gasoline, lacquer solvents, and sodium hydroxide
$234
Additionally, I made assisting hands out of this. Cutting board is drilled and tapped, a 1/4 inch loc-line connector is screwed into the hole, the loc-line is snapped on, and a small alligator clip is fastened to the free end. Five "helping hands" are currently emerging from a single little cutting board. The 1/4 inch to 18 NPT tap was used to tap the cutting board after drilling it. Out of this assortment of alligator clips, I chose a few. In my early prototypes, I simply fused the clip to the smaller loc-lne nozzle using hot glue.You will experience less frustration thanks to this Loc-Line assembly tool.The low-cost knockoffs are also rather useful for me, although I haven't yet removed hot glue from them or used a soldering iron on them. Although I have dripped hot glue, solder, and banged with a soldering iron's hot end, the loc-line brand is durable, high-quality material. After the misuse, the loc-line equipment is still in good shape. Additionally, the copy I tested is incompatible with loc-line products. The segment ends of the loc-line have larger balls.
4.9/5
Two segments of Loc-Line modular hose
Maximum operating temperature of 170 degrees F
Acetal copolymer plastic has a blue color, resists corrosion and moisture, and can be used with acetone, alcohol, ethyl, greases, oils, commercial dish detergents, gasoline, lacquer solvents, and sodium hydroxide
Connects to Loc-Line fittings or another Loc-Line hose segment
Material meets NSF/ANSI standards 14, 51, and 61 for drinking (potable) water
$234
Additionally, I made assisting hands out of this. Cutting board is drilled and tapped, a 1/4 inch loc-line connector is screwed into the hole, the loc-line is snapped on, and a small alligator clip is fastened to the free end. Five "helping hands" are currently emerging from a single little cutting board. The 1/4 inch to 18 NPT tap was used to tap the cutting board after drilling it. Out of this assortment of alligator clips, I chose a few. In my early prototypes, I simply fused the clip to the smaller loc-lne nozzle using hot glue.You will experience less frustration thanks to this Loc-Line assembly tool.The low-cost knockoffs are also rather useful for me, although I haven't yet removed hot glue from them or used a soldering iron on them. Although I have dripped hot glue, solder, and banged with a soldering iron's hot end, the loc-line brand is durable, high-quality material. After the misuse, the loc-line equipment is still in good shape. Additionally, the copy I tested is incompatible with loc-line products. The segment ends of the loc-line have larger balls.
4.8/5
Use on ferrous metals and non-ferrous alloys
Non-Spray cutting fluid
Use for tapping, threading, drilling and reaming
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Apply directly on the work surface
$234
As a machine operator (now retired) for more than 23 years, I can attest that this cutting oil is one of the most widely used in the industry and has been for at least 44 years, if not much more (I started as a machinist apprentice when I was 14 yrs. old).It is a very high quality cutting oil that is typically used in machine shops for single point threading and Tap and Die work. However, in a do-it-yourself home operation, it can function as an excellent cutting oil to complete tiny metal cutting tasks.The 'major bonus' about Tap Magic is that it makes very little smoke as your tool and work area are growing hot, for example, I bought it to use on a 1" hole saw as I cut through 6061 T6 aluminum and 1018 mild steel.In fact, it creates a lot less smoke than the 'heavy', dark, machining oil that was popular in machine shops back in the 1970s, even though water-soluble oils were making considerable progress at the time.The TM oil includes specific compounds that, among other things, keep the tool and work surface cold. This is extremely important when cutting most steels. Tap Magic is pricey in tiny quantities, but you only need a few drops while you cut.If attention is not paid to your "feed and speed," (surface footage rating), for the type of material you're working with, you can quickly work-harden the surface of the material to a state beyond the ability to be cut, drilled, or machined in any way by any tool steel cutters at all if you're cutting mild steel like 4140, (non-heat-treated state).If the tool and work surface become sufficiently hot, you may end up with a burned cutting region with a C-scale, 45RC, or higher (very hard and usually, a job for carbide tooling would be used on that hardness rating).Tap Magic helps to prevent that from happening, but it still necessitates that you keep an eye on your speed and feed rate of your cut in order to keep the tool's cutting teeth under strain and prevent it from "rubbing," which is the precursor to a terrible day.With that type of support, it's safe to state that this oil is a 5 star product, hands down. This product was regarded a must have in most machine shops up to the year I got out for good, (2000). I have no doubt that it's still a popular oil for job shops all over the country, if not the world.
4.8/5
Low odor and mist
Good sump life in stand-alone machines
Provides sufficient lubricity to do down-the-hole operations in aluminum, cast iron, and most steels, including many stainless steels
Effective in most grinding, sawing, drilling, and CNC turning and milling operations by varying concentrations
Compatible with a very wide range of materials including cast iron, steels, copper, and aluminum alloys as well as most plastics and composites
$234
After reading some of the comments regarding the mix ratio, I decided to try 5 oz per gallon. After running my mill all day, I shut it down. The mill had already begun to rust when I arrived to the shop in the morning. I removed that and focused more, adding roughly a third of a gallon of Trim to four gallons of water. That functions fairly well, but I still notice a slight inclination to rust occasionally. To 4 gallons of water, I will therefore add a full half gallon of Trim. Although it could be a little weighty, rust is never pleasant!In one profession, I worked in the machine shop for nearly 20 years. it was over in 1994. I have therefore seen a good amount of coolant. Comparing Trim to what we used in the past, I'd say it performs a good job and is easy to work with. Watch your level of focus, though!P
4.5/5
Acetal copolymer plastic resists corrosion and moisture, and can be used with acetone, alcohol, ethyl, greases, oils, commercial dish detergents, gasoline, lacquer solvents, and sodium hydroxide
Components attach to each other by the Loc-Line ball-and-socket design, and the NPT connector has one end threaded for connecting to NPT pipe
Meets NSF/ANSI standards 14, 51, and 61 for drinking (potable) water
Maximum operating temperature of 170 degrees F
Kit of 7 acetal copolymer modular hose components includes 2 hose segments, 3 round nozzles, and 2 NPT connectors
$234
Additionally, I made assisting hands out of this. The 1/4 inch connector is screwed into a cutting board that has been drilled and tapped, the loc-line is attached, and the free end is fastened with a little alligator clip. Five "helping hands" are currently emerging from a single little cutting board. The 1/4 inch to 18 NPT tap was used to tap the cutting board after drilling it. Out of this assortment of alligator clips, I chose a few. In my early prototypes, I simply fused the clip to the smaller loc-lne nozzle using hot glue.You will experience less frustration thanks to this Loc-Line assembly tool.The low-cost knockoffs are also rather useful for me, although I haven't yet removed hot glue from them or used a soldering iron on them. Although I have dripped hot glue, solder, and banged with a soldering iron's hot end, the loc-line brand is durable, high-quality material. After the misuse, the loc-line equipment is still in good shape. Additionally, the copy I tested is incompatible with loc-line products. The segment ends of the loc-line have larger balls.
4.5/5
Simple, inexpensive and rugged - pays for itself on first day.
Separate air and fluid controls allow for the right mixture for every job.
Provides maximum heat dissipation.
Magnetic base can be mounted in seconds on flat or round surfaces.
$234
Excellent Unit! Products from Noga are always a good investment.Several quick notes The siphon is not very strong. My unit fails to maintain a constant coolant flow despite being about 1' above my coolant fluid bottle. It now works fine once I raised my bottle to the same height or higher. approximately ten spray arms "as indicated, long. But I discovered that 10 "had very little to work with. It's long enough to allow for reasonable range of motion and good flexibility, but it's not long enough to reach every minuscule area you need it to without having to move the entire device. However, there is good news in that. A model with a 19" long hose is available from Noga, or you can get a replacement 19" hose from Tavers for $40.
4.5/5
Leaves a fluid, nongumming film to prevent sticky ways, chucks, tool holders, and fixtures
Easy recycling or disposal with conventional techniques and equipment
Proven to be highly effective in controlling built-up edge (BUE)
Wide application range - production surface and centerless grinding, heavy-duty broaching, gear hobbing, and replacing straight oil on some types of screw machines
Coolant residue is easily removed with either water, working solution, or aqueous cleaners
$234
I needed a cutting compound for my horizontal metal saw, so I paid a premium for this material. SOL/1 functions GREAT. Water is used to dilute the fluid. It's in a spray bottle that I keep next to my saw. After cutting around 70 pieces of metal, I further diluted the mixture, and it continues to kill the heat with no rust flashover at all. It seems strange, yet it somehow prevents corrosion. After a day or two of use, I do blow on a big dose of WD-40 in the saw jaws, so that could also assist. The band saw blade only encounters this cutting "sauce," and as a result, it seems brand new, is razor-sharp, and has no rust.I'll be able to use this gallon in the shop for many years to come. It will be put to use on my milling and lathe equipment. Note: Despite the fact that my saw has a fluid pump, I choose to merely spray a modest bit as the saw cuts, substantially conserving fluid and minimizing mess. This would perform admirably in the pump if it were even further diluted, but as I don't work on high-volume production projects, I just don't use it.This cutting fluid "congeals" little when it dries, which is an unexpected bonus. By doing this, you may easily clean up your saw after a day's worth of work and collect your cuttings. The stuff is good, and I'm happy I found it.
4.4/5
Slugger by FEIN/Jancy Cutting Fluid is a water soluble concentrate that makes up to 10 quarts of cutting fluid
Water based cutting fluid is designed to be used with Slugger cutters to improve life of the cutter
Slugger by FEIN/Jancy Cutting Fluid can improve surface finish and reduce heat build up when drilling
Specially designed packaging with a sight window ensures proper mixing ratios
$234
Since I'm new to milling, I updated my Sherline 2000 with a cooling system after reading on forums that doing so will increase the longevity of my bits and machine and improve the quality of the cuts. It must be the way to go because I also noticed that bigger pro mills use it. This was the first cutting fluid I had ever purchased, so I had no idea what to anticipate from it. At first, I was quite cautious, combining it in exact proportions (8:1) while wearing safety goggles and rubber gloves. But now that I've used up the entire gallon, I just roughly mix it and smear it all over my hands and arms. At first, I believed it was irritating my skin, but I was only thinking that. If some spills into my eye, it does hurt a bit. After a thorough rinse in fresh water, I returned to my job. After using my new mill for around 30 hours, I'm going to buy a second gallon. Given the size of the mill and the configuration, I have no idea where the nine gallons went. I believe it is merely dissipating. When it does dry, a very thin layer of sticky oil is left behind that is easily removed with a damp cloth. Despite my fears, an oil-WATER mixture does not cause naked steel to rust. Science is that. I just leave the splash and overspray after using the mill. It appears to shield the metal. The next day, I remove the dry residue if I won't be cutting for a few days. I don't know if the components would turn out worse without it, but I would never mill without it. Even when using a 1/8" end mill to cut through 1" of aluminum, all of my cuts are extremely polished. Running a strong stream of this coolant maintains the cut path free, allowing me to run the mill without having to manually blow out chips or squirt lubricant. When drilling on the press, I keep some in a spray bottle and mist it on the bits. I used to use WD-40, but it makes the metal and bit extremely hot. The bit and metal stay dang cold when misted with this. I'm already ordering another gallon of this wonderful product. I'll take two, um. The only thing delaying the work is running out.
4.4/5
For use with Loc-Line modular hose components
Acetal copolymer plastic has a blue color, and resists corrosion and moisture
Pliers for assembly and disassembly of Loc-Line modular coolant hose
$234
For my aquarium, I use linelock fittings, and in the past I've always just manually snapped the pieces together. Today I felt like being an expert and getting the real pliers. I was surprised to learn that the pliers don't have a feature for separating two pieces. I could be mistaken, but it seems like you have to manually pull these apart because they only seem to connect 2 pieces.I don't believe the pliers are required for aquarium grade (black) line lock fittings. The coolant line fittings, I assume, fit better and other things. But I wouldn't bother getting a set of these pliers if you only use this stuff for aquariums.
The first step is to gather the ingredients which are 1 cup of mineral oil, 1 cup of kerosene, and 1 cup of water. Next, mix the ingredients together in a clean container and stir until combined. Once the mixture is combined, it can be used as is or stored in a container for later use. When ready to use, simply apply the cutting fluid to the cutting surface with a brush or cloth.
The four types of cutting fluids are water-based, oil-based, semi-synthetic, and full synthetic. Water-based cutting fluids are the most common and can be used on a variety of materials. Oil-based cutting fluids are best for machining metals that are difficult to cut, such as stainless steel. Semi-synthetic cutting fluids are a mix of water and oil and can be used on a variety of materials. Full synthetic cutting fluids are made entirely from synthetic oils and are best for machining metals that are difficult to cut, such as stainless steel.
There are three basic types of cutting fluids: oil-based, water-based, and synthetic. Oil-based cutting fluids are made from petroleum products and are the most common type of cutting fluid. Water-based cutting fluids are made from water and contain additives to improve their performance. Synthetic cutting fluids are made from synthetic materials and are designed to provide superior performance.
There are two major types of cutting fluids: water-based and oil-based. Water-based cutting fluids are made up of mostly water, with a small amount of oil and other chemicals added. They are typically used for light machining operations and when coolant is needed to prevent chips from clogging the work area. Oil-based cutting fluids are made up of mostly oil, with a small amount of water and other chemicals added. They are typically used for heavy machining operations and when a higher level of lubrication is needed.
There are several types of coolant, each with its own benefits and drawbacks. The most common coolants are water-based, ethylene glycol-based, and propylene glycol-based. Water-based coolants are the most inexpensive and have the lowest risk of damaging engine components. However, they can freeze in cold weather and boil in hot weather, which can cause engine damage. Ethylene glycol-based coolants are more expensive than water-based coolants, but they don't freeze or boil. However, they are more corrosive
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