Aquatex 6380 is a chlorine-free, heavy-duty, soluble cutting and grinding fluid with a medium mineral oil content. It is formulated with state-of-the-art technology combining high levels of non-staining lubricity additives and multi-metal corrosion inhibitors. Aquatex 6380 uses biostable technology to provide a long service life, which is especially beneficial in large systems. It is particularly suitable for use in difficult machining operations.
Primarily for use on all difficult-to-machine materials and aluminium alloys.
Use on a wide variety of ferrous metals.
Typical applications include turning, milling, drilling (including deep-hole drilling), threading, boring, reaming and creep feed grinding.
Suitable for use with a wide variety of water quality.
Water-containing metal working fluids should never be used for machining operations on magnesium or magnesium-containing alloys as a fire or explosion hazard may exist. Use Honing Oil 608, Trucut 3032D, Neatcut 111 or Neatcut BC 100, depending upon the application.
DILUTION
Aquatex 6380 forms a semi-translucent pink emulsion when mixed with water.
Always add oil to water (not water to oil).
For use in water with total hardness ranging from 50 to 300 mg/L.
Refractometer factor is 1.1 (i.e., a refractometer reading of 1°Brix represents an emulsion strength of 1.1%).
PRODUCT BENEFITS
True universal performance:
New technology combining the benefits of biostability and high levels of anti-corrosion and lubricity additives, enables use in arduous operations and difficult fluid conditions. Unique emulsifier technology resists scumming problems even when used in harder water areas. The non-staining lubricity additives and multi-metal corrosion inhibitors enable use on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
Superior surface finish compared to conventional soluble oils:
Medium oil content formulation provides excellent lubricity for improved machinability and surface finish compared with conventional soluble oils,
particularly where “luggy” and difficult alloys are being machined.
High productivity in difficult conditions:
Aquatex 6380 provides stable emulsions over long periods, even in difficult environments created by tramp oil contamination or bacterial attack. Low foaming tendency ensures minimum disruption to production and the medium mineral oil content and inhibitors provide good lubricity without sticky residues.
Prolonged sump life versus soluble oils:
Biostable base fluids provide improved resistance to bacterial and fungal degradation compared with conventional milky emulsions.
SERVICE CONSIDERATIONS
System Cleaning:
For best performance, thoroughly clean the system to remove residues, machining debris/fines, bio-accumulations, etc., from previously used products. For further information, please contact your local Caltex representative or call the Lubelink Advisory Service on 1300 364 169.
Emulsion Preparation:
Pour the correct ammount of water to a clean mixing vessel. Slowly add the required amount of oil to obtain the correct emulsion concentration, with thorough mixing. Remember O I L (Oil In Last) to avoid forming an invert emulsion and use automatic mixers, where possible. Aquatex 3180 is formulated to be compatible with water up to 200 mg/L hardness. For best results, water of low hardness should be used in emulsion preparation and make-up. Hard water tends to deplete the emulsifiers, resulting in surface scum and soap formation over extended periods of time.
Monitor Emulsion Regularly:
Service life may be greatly extended through the use of good fluid monitoring practices. Check emulsion strength regularly, always premixing emulsion prior to adding to system. Where possible, adjust concentrate by adding pre-mixed emulsion of suitable concentration. Pre-mixed Aquatex 3180 emulsion should only be added to the system where there is adequate fluid movement for thorough mixing, and never directly before the filter. The pH should be periodically checked and maintained within the range of 8.5 to 9.5. Maintenance of correct emulsion strength is generally sufficient to maintain the pH. Checking for bacterial/fungal growth should be carried out using bacteria/fungi dip slides or other suitable test kits.
Remove Tramp Oil and Other Contaminants:
Elimination of tramp oil and other contaminants is essential to prolonging emulsion life. Since the presence of tramp oils provides nutrients for bacterial growth, any tramp oil should be periodically skimmed from sumps and reservoirs. Foreign materials such as machining debris and fines should be periodically removed by filtration or other suitable means.
Handling Practices:
It is recommended that Aquatex 6380 be stored indoors at room temperature to protect against the effects of temperature extremes. Aquatex 6380 should never be stored at temperatures below 4°C for extended periods, since low temperature storage conditions may lead to stratification and/or layering of components. If outdoor storage is necessary and separation is observed, the product can usually be reconstituted by agitation to remix the ingredients. Overheating of the product may result in removal of water and/or coupling agents, which will adversely affect the balance of ingredients and make the product unusable. In addition, extreme care should be taken to prevent the oil from becoming contaminated during storage. Any contaminants could have very unfavourable effects on the emulsification and performance characteristics of the product.
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