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Citation
(2004), "Mineral based cutting lubricant for alloys", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 76 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.2004.12776bad.002
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2004, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Mineral based cutting lubricant for alloys
Mineral based cutting lubricant for alloys
Keywords: Lubricants, Alloys, Mineral oils
An advanced mineral oil based cutting lubricant Multan 97-10 D, specially designed for aluminium and ferrous metal machining, has been launched by Henkel Technologies (Surface Technologies division) to add to its Polyaquasol range of cutting fluids.
The use of Multan 97-10 D is believed to be particularly valid in the aerospace and automotive industries or where surface quality, extended tool life and economy are required.
The new lubricant has been developed especially for ease of machining and to prevent discolouration of aluminium alloys. Its surface-friendly properties is said to make it suitable for reaming, tapping, thread milling, drilling, circular and plain grinding plus other forming operations across an extensive selection of materials. Improved surface finishing means it can be used with all aluminium alloys and non-ferrous metals, high alloy steel, construction and HS-steel, and cast iron.
Multan 97-10 D is a water-miscible cutting fluid stated to be free from boron, sulphur and phosphorous. Its patented emulsifier system is said to offer users a high level of bacterial stability through the use of top quality raw materials. The emulsion is finely dispersed during forming operations ensuring that it runs off the machined parts quickly due to the low drag-out rate. However, a higher concentration may be required during metal forming. Measuring equipment, tool holders and machine tools remain free from any sticky deposits.
To achieve much higher economy than traditional cutting lubricants, Henkel has designed Multan to provide significantly lower fill and top-up concentrations: typically 5-8 per cent fill, 0.5-1.5 per cent top-up. Low foaming is another benefit for users particularly in very soft water areas.
However, where Dl water is used, a variant of the product, Multan 97-10, is recommended.
Details available from: Henkel Technologies – Surface Technologies. Tel: +44 (0) 1908 313344; Fax: +44 (0) 1908 313312.