METALWORKING FLUIDS.

Semi Synthetic Coolants

Semi-synthetic coolants are metalworking fluid concentrates that contain a small amount of oil (usually less than 30%) as well as synthetic lubricants and other additives. When mixed with water, they form a translucent fluid. Semi-synthetics combine the physical lubricity of soluble oils with the chemical lubricity, cooling and cleanliness of synthetic coolants.

Semi-synthetic coolants are a good compromise between the water-soluble oils and synthetics – they are hybrid products of both water soluble oils and synthetics. Therefore, they carry both the advantages and disadvantages of both groups. Semi-synthetics are less likely to cause rust than synthetics, will still provide rust protection because of their oil content and will emulsify tramp oils. Semi-synthetics are suited ideally for machining and grinding of cast iron. Manufacturers will formulate different grades of products, so that there are products available for all types of machining operations. Each category of coolant can have low- to high-grade products. Typically, the higher the price of the product, the better performance it will give. Just because a metalworking fluid is lower in price does not mean that the customer will save money in the long run, because tool life can be affected greatly by metalworking fluids.

APEX HYPERCOOL™ 200—

APEX HYPERCOOL™ 200 is a general to heavy duty, semi-synthetic coolant. This low foaming, multi-metal product is specially formulated for ferrous, non-ferrous and aluminum machining and grinding applications where high detergency and maximum rust protection are desirable in a very low foaming coolant. HyperCool 200 provides excellent cooling and chip settling and, when used at recommended concentrations, will provide rust protection of machine tools and equipment. HyperCool 200 will extend tool life, reduce down time and increase company profits. It works on all metals including stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum and copper based alloys.

Apex Hypercool™ 200 is a translucent solution formulated to run cleaner and provide for a greatly extended sump life. Recommended for turning, milling, drilling, sawing, and grinding on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals including cast iron and aluminum. This low foaming, multi-metal product is specially formulated for ferrous, non-ferrous and aluminum machining and grinding applications where high detergency and maximum rust protection are desirable in a very low foaming coolant.

Part Numbers: A-10200-05, A-10200-55, A-10200-275

APEX 7700EP—

APEX 7700 EP is a heavy duty semi-synthetic water soluble metalworking fluid designed for use on ferrous and most nonferrous metals including cast iron and aluminum. It is fortified with extreme pressure additives for difficult machining and grinding operations. It has excellent emulsion stability in hard water and combines the cooling and cleanliness of synthetics with the rust protection and lubricity of soluble oils. It is suitable for turning, milling, drilling, sawing and grinding in individual sumps or central systems.

APEX 7700 EP contains well balanced additive technology proven to extend fluid life and inhibit microbial growth. It forms a translucent emulsion that protects machines and parts from corrosion without depositing tacky or slippery residues. This robust multi-purpose metalworking fluid provides an economical solution to high fluid usage and waste by eliminating frequent system recharges, high make-up rates and excessive use of costly tank side additives.

APEX 7700 EP works well in hard and soft water. It will not form hard water soaps or cause excessive foaming in soft water. The product has a mild pH and leaves machines clean and free of gummy tramp oil deposits which enhances operator acceptance. It provides trouble free performance on a wide range of metals and diverse operations in individual sumps and is equally suitable for continuous production requiring unimpeded efficiency, low maintenance and maximum fluid life.
Part Numbers: A-7704-14, A-7704-05, A-7704-55, A-7704-275, A-7705-14, A-7705-05, A-7705-55, A-7705-275

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APEX 8500—

APEX 8500 is a heavy duty, semi-synthetic water soluble metalworking fluid. It is heavily fortified with extreme pressure additives for use in difficult metal cutting and metal forming operations. It is a suitable replacement for straight oils in many applications.

APEX 8500 has excellent emulsion stability in hard water and combines the cooling and cleanliness of synthetics with the rust protection and lubricity of soluble oils. This product works well in hard and soft water. It will not form hard water soaps or cause excessive foaming in soft water. The mild pH leaves machines clean and free of gummy tramp oil deposits which enhances operator acceptance. It provides trouble-free performance on a wide range of metals and diverse operations in individual sumps and is equally suitable for continuous production requiring unimpeded efficiency, low maintenance and maximum fluid life.
Part Numbers: A-8500-05, A-8500-55, A-8500-275

Ashburn manufactures specialty coolants designed for optimum performance in specific applications.

Ashburn Mist—

Ashburn Mist is a heavy duty water soluble machining and grinding mist coolant. This product can be used on ferrous and nonferrous metals. It is formulated to protect the machine tool from rust and corrosion and the fluid residue will protect ways and slides. Ashburn Mist is non-irritating to the machinist. It extends tool life, and improves finish on parts. Ashburn Mist is chemically designed to work well in all mist applicators.
Part Numbers: A-6090-14, A-6091-05, A-6092-55, A-6092-275

APEX Torch Coolant—

APEX Torch Coolant is a propylene glycol and de-ionized water mixture designed for use in the cooling system of plasma arc cutters. This product provides excellent conductive cooling to remove heat from the cutting torch. It provides corrosion protection, and also protects from freezing in cold environments.
Part Numbers: A-6910-14, A-6910-05, A-6910-55