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About lubrication tools, I want to tell you some about it. One coolant choice that many fabricators overlook is Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL).

Lower long-term costs. Although MQL fluids typically cost substantially more per gallon, less than 1/10,000 of the amount of fluid is used. It also eliminates the need to invest in reclamation equipment such as sumps, recyclers, containers, pumps, or filtration devices.

Less waste. Another major benefit is that MQL is a much more sustainable option. As this article from Fabricating & Metalworking discusses, metal chips produced during MQL machining are much cleaner than conventional approaches. Near-dry chips are easier to recycle and more valuable as a recycled material. Conversely, “wet” processes like flood coolants produce “increased and on-going lifecycle costs in the form of energy consumption, chemical maintenance, water make-up, disposal of used cutting fluids, and then starting the cycle of waste/recovery all over again by replenishing consumed fluids,” the article states.

Less maintenance. The smaller amount of coolant means that less fluid sticks to the part. This reduces the need to clean parts after cutting. Also, MQL fluids do not have to be diluted with water. Flood coolants, however, have to be mixed with water, and operators need to monitor the concentration as fluid is lost, water evaporates, etc.

Managers need to be aware, however, that MQL application is a more sensitive process than flood cooling. Mist must be aimed precisely at the tool to be effective. Fluid selection, equipment, and material type also play key roles in proper MQL application. For a full description of what is needed to use MQL, including equipment and fluid types, download The MQL Handbook. This helpful resource also offers some “rules of thumb” and other important tips to consider before transitioning to MQL.

If you want to buy lubrication tools such as grease guns, you can contact us via info@autotoolsdepot.com.