Metal Forming Lubricants
Metal forming is a process in which metal is manipulated to create a new shape. Processes used for metal forming include stamping, drawing, heading, forging, extruding, and roll forming. All modes of lubrication can be important in these applications. Hydrodynamic lubrication improves with increasing viscosity. Boundry lubrication is provided by polar additives like fatty acids and esters. And extreme pressure lubrication can be obtained with additives that chemically react with the metal surface like certain sulfurized and chlorinated materials.

Straight oils are not water extendable, although they can be cut with other oils. Soluble oils and Synthetics are all water-extendable products which provide excellent cooling and superior cleanability over straight oil products wherever they can be used. Factors to consider in choosing a metal forming lubricant include: metal type, operation, type of tooling, application method, shipping/storage conditions, and subsequent processes.

PROCESS FLUIDS INCORPORATED offers a full line of technically advanced products. Please review the appropriate product data sheet for specific use recommendations.

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