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Metalworking Fluids

Troy provides a comprehensive product mix tailored for CNC machining, drawing and stamping, roll forming, and other metal removal applications.
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About Metalworking Fluids

Metalworking fluids are specialized products used in various metal forming applications to provide lubrication, cooling, chip removal and corrosion protection. These fluids are essential for minimizing tooling costs and extending sump life as well as ensuring high quality finishes on metal substrates.

Benefits of Our Metalworking Fluids

Our vertically integrated approach to surface treatment guarantees our metalworking fluids perform optimally and are easily removed using Troy’s pretreatment chemicals and wastewater solutions. These chemistries provide numerous essential benefits in metalworking processes, such as:

  • Lubrication: Reducing friction which helps to extend tool life and improve surface finish.
  • Cooling: Reduces heat buildup and extends tool life.
  • Chip Removal: Assists in the removal of metal chips and debris from the cutting area, which helps maintain a clean working environment and prevents damage to the workpiece.
  • Corrosion Protection: Protects both the workpiece and machinery from rust and corrosion.
  • Improved Productivity: Allowing for higher speeds and feeds in machining operations can boost production rates and efficiency, leading to increased throughput, smoother operations, and cost savings.
  • Reduced Machine Wear: Minimizing wear and tear on machinery reduces maintenance costs and downtime.
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Types of Metalworking Fluids

There are four main types of metalworking fluids (MWFs):

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Straight Oils

These undiluted oils are often used in heavy-duty machining.

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Soluble Oils

Also known as emulsifiable oils, these oils can be mixed with water to form an emulsion, providing excellent lubrication and cooling.

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Semi-Synthetic Fluids

These fluids combine soluble oils and synthetic components, providing a balanced mix of lubrication and cooling properties.

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Synthetic Fluids

These water-based fluids contain no oil, offering excellent cooling properties and are frequently used in high-speed machining.

Each type of metalworking fluid offers unique advantages and is selected based on the specific needs of the metalworking process.

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