Polymer-based lubricants

These lubricants, developed using advanced polymers, offer numerous advantages over traditional lubricants based on mineral or synthetic oils.

Characteristics of Polymer Based Lubricants

Advanced Molecular Structure: the polymers used in these lubricants have a complex molecular structure that enables them to form a strong and durable lubricating film on metal surfaces. This film significantly reduces friction and wear, improving the operating efficiency of machines.

Excellent Surface Adhesion: Due to their chemical composition, polymer-based lubricants effectively adhere to metal surfaces, ensuring constant lubrication even under extreme working conditions. This makes them ideal for applications in high pressure and high temperature environments.

Thermal and Chemical Stability: polymer-based lubricants are highly thermally and chemically stable, withstanding high temperatures and harsh operating conditions without degrading. This feature prolongs lubricant life and reduces maintenance frequency.

Reduced Friction and Wear: the lubricant film formed by the polymers reduces friction between metal surfaces, minimising wear on tools and grinding wheels.

Operator Health Benefits

The use of polymer-based lubricants has numerous health benefits for operators. These lubricants emit fewer harmful vapours and mists than conventional oils, creating a safer and healthier working environment.

Applications and Fields of Use

Polymer-based lubricants are used in a wide range of industries, including:

– Mechanical Industry: perfect for high pressure machining and grinding of ferrouscomponents in mineral free or very soft water conditions
– Aerospace Industry: high pressure machining and grinding of titanium,stainless steels and nickel based alloys in mineral free or very soft waterconditions
– Automotive Industry: high pressure machiningand grinding of ferrous components in mineral free or very soft waterconditions. Are especially effective in central systems where fluid life is ofthe highest importance

The adoption of polymer-based metalworking fluids offers numerous benefits, including low foam in high pressure applications, lowconsumption of concentrate through extremely low top-up rates, and unparalleledresistance to microbial growth. These benefits lead to lower overall productioncosts whilst giving a better working environment to machine operators.