Which Cutting Fluid Is Used in Automatic Lathe

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Today I would like to share with you about the cutting fluid that automatic lathe uses in its work. Some people may ask, do I have to use this cutting fluid? What will happen if I don't use it? Then the following is my explanation, this cutting oil in the end to use or not? How to use it?

In automatic lathes including Swiss-type or CNC lathes, the role of cutting oil is to cool and lubricate the cutting process, improve surface finish, extend the life of the prop, and to help the main spindle chip removal. In general, the role of cutting oil is to lubricate and cool. The role of cutting oil is still very important in order to prevent damage caused by high machine temperatures.

The choice of cutting oil is generally based on the material being processed by the swiss lathe, the type of operation and the specific requirements for accuracy or cleanliness. I summarize several types of cutting oil commonly used in automatic lathe:

1. water-soluble coolant (emulsion)

• Description: made from a mixture of water and oil, the oil is emulsified in water.

• Uses: Widely used for processing ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Due to the composition of water, provides good cooling effect, at the same time the oil can also provide some lubrication effect.

• Advantages: Good cooling effect, lower cost, suitable for a wide range of machining operations.

• Disadvantages: may cause corrosion if not maintained properly and emulsions may degrade over time.

This type of cutting oil has a very wide range of applications, because it has a good cooling effect and has a certain lubricity, very suitable for high temperature, high speed cutting occasions, is the first choice for a variety of machine tools cutting oil.

2. Synthetic coolant

• Description: Made from chemical compounds without any oil content, providing excellent cooling effect.

• Uses: Commonly used for high speed operations and for machining materials that require maximum cooling, such as aluminum or certain stainless steels.

• Advantages: Excellent cooling effect, reduced risk of bacterial growth, no oil residue.

• Disadvantages: Lubricating properties are inferior to oil-based fluids.

With excellent cooling performance, cleanliness and low environmental impact, these cutting fluids are a more environmentally friendly type of cutting fluid, particularly suited to models with high speeds, high precision and high requirements for cleanliness in the machining environment. These fluids are very suitable for the need for cooling-based application scenarios, especially in the processing of aluminum, stainless steel and other materials with the best results (cutting machine with this cutting oil is more)

3. Semi-synthetic coolants

• Description: A mixture of water, oil and synthetic compounds that provide a balance of cooling and lubrication.

• Uses: Suitable for a wide range of materials and machining operations, providing cooling while also having some lubricating effect.

• Advantages: Good balance of cooling and lubrication, lower risk of bacterial growth than water-soluble coolants.

• Cons: More expensive than water-soluble coolants.

This cutting oil is a bit different because it is a synthetic coolant, which is more effective for both cooling and lubrication, and is usually used in machining operations that emphasize cooling as well as lubrication. It is suitable for machining a wide range of materials such as steel, aluminum, cast iron, etc., and is applicable to a wide range of models such as CNC lathes, machining centers, Swiss-type lathes, grinders and gear processing machines.

4. Pure oil (straight oil)

• Description: Non-emulsifiable oil, made from mineral oil or a mixture of mineral oil and additives.

• Uses: For operations requiring high lubricity such as tapping, threading or heavy duty machining of materials such as stainless steel or titanium.

• Advantages: Excellent lubricity, extends tool life and provides a superior surface finish.

• Cons: Poor cooling properties, higher cost, may produce fumes or oil mist during operation.

This cutting oil offers great lubrication and is better suited to the requirements of operations with heavier loads. However, because of the higher price and suitability for loads, this is not recommended.

5. Chlorine-free oil

• Description: Environmentally friendly oil, chlorine free, commonly used in applications with stringent waste disposal regulations.

• Uses: Used in industries with stringent environmental requirements and where chlorine compounds may have a negative impact on the process or product.

• Advantages: Environmentally friendly, reducing environmental impact.

• Cons: May not be as effective as traditional straight oils in some heavy duty applications.

This is also an environmentally friendly cutting oil that is chlorine free, making it particularly suitable for machining operations with stringent environmental requirements, and it also provides efficient lubrication.

Selection Considerations:

• Material: The type of material being machined (e.g. aluminum, steel, titanium) will influence the choice of cutting fluid.

• Type of operation: High-speed operations may require better cooling performance, while heavy-duty operations may require more lubricity.

• Environmental and health concerns: If there are concerns about fumes, waste disposal or operator health, a synthetic or chlorine-free cutting fluid may be more appropriate.

• Machine compatibility: make sure the cutting fluid is compatible with the lathe system (especially coolant delivery and filtration systems)

In fact, the cutting oil itself does not have a great role, is the machine in the production needs it to give it a different meaning, choose a good cutting oil can help you get twice the result with half the effort.

This is the end of today's sharing, I hope to help people who need help. Bye~!