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Lube Additives for Metal Removal Fluids (Cutting/Grinding)

Overview:

Severe boundary conditions at the tool–workpiece interface generate heat and adhesive wear; lubricity and EP chemistry are needed to prevent welding and extend tool life. 

Why an additive package is required:

  • Reduce friction and cutting forces to improve surface finish and dimensional control. 
  • Provide EP chemistry to prevent seizure/welding under high contact stresses. 
  • Control foam and corrosion (especially for ferrous and yellow metals) and maintain cleanliness with tramp oil/coolant systems. 

Typical additive families employed:

Friction modifiers/ester lubricity agents, sulfurized/phosphorus EP chemistries (chlorinated chemistries are often restricted), corrosion inhibitors, defoamers, biocide packages for waterborne systems. 

Indicative performance tests:

Falex pin & vee block (ASTM D3233), 4-ball EP (ASTM D2783), tapping torque, foam (ASTM D892), copper strip corrosion (ASTM D130), staining tests per OEM/customer methods. 

Recommended PX Products

Product
Function
Dosage
PX 3239
Copper Deactivator
0.02 – 0.05
PX 3827
Silver Deactivator
0.02 – 0.05
PX 3812
Friction Modifier
1.0 – 3.0
PX 3823
Dispersant/Detergent
dosage not specified
PX 3830
Emulsifier
dosage not specified
PX 3861
Rust inhibitor
0.05 – 1.0
PX 3864
Rust inhibitor
0.05 – 1.0
PX 3822
Dispersant Detergent
1.0 – 5.0
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