Lubricants are applied to the surfaces of cutting tools and machine parts to reduce friction, wear, heat build-up, or chemical attack. In this article, we will cover a few good lubricants specifically designed for cutting metals such as aluminum and brass
Aluminum is an excellent material that is used in many industries including manufacturing, aerospace and automotive. Aluminum has high tensile strength, low weight, and excellent corrosion resistance. It is also an ideal material for creating aircraft parts due to its light weight and durability. Aluminum has a relatively high melting point at 2169～ F (1084～ C), making it difficult to cut with traditional cutting tools. However, aluminum can be cut with a CNC router if you apply the right kind of lubricant
When cutting aluminum with a CNC router it is important to use lubricant that won't interfere with the operation of your router or machine tool. Most lubricants contain oil or grease which can clog up your machine tools gears or bearings causing damage or failure of your equipment. Therefore it's important to find a good quality lubricant that doesn't contain any additives like detergents or solvents which may damage your machine
best lubricant for cutting aluminum cnc router
