Metalworkers who work with some of the most difficult machining materials know that using a high-end cutting and grinding fluid will make a big difference.  Applying the right product to machinery will extend cutting tool life, and ultimately save companies money and production time.  This is especially essential in aerospace manufacturing where machinists work with some of the most difficult materials around. Aluminum, for example, can be prone to staining. Materials such as titanium, Inconel and stainless steel can also be hard to work with.

To get ahead of competitors in the aerospace market, manufacturers have to consider:

1. Is the product capable of combating tool issues?
2. More importantly - Is the product improving performance?

Years ago, fluids got a bad reputation for foaming and leaving heavy residue on machines. Some of the lower-quality products might still have this problem.  BlackHawk Industrial believes in quality products. That’s why it carries XTREME CUT 290.

Saving Money

Produced by QualiChem, XTREME CUT 290 is a high performance semi-synthetic fluid formulated specifically for aerospace materials. It provides cooling and reduces friction to extend the life of cutting tools. According to QualiChem Global Marketing Manager John Wiley, XTREME CUT 290 has been known to save manufacturers 10% to 20% of the tooling budget. “In a typical shop, it’s estimated that metalworking fluids are anywhere between 5% and 10% of the consumable budget, whereas cutting tools can be anywhere from 60% to 80% of the consumable budget,” Wiley notes. “So, if you can – through the use of a better cutting fluid – save 10, 15, or 20 percent of that tooling budget, the  numbers could be pretty significant.”

Increasing Production

Another significant way to save money is to increase production. The technology behind XTREME CUT 290, in many cases, will also allow shops to increase the speed of the operating machines and remove metal faster.  For example, if it takes a shop one hour to make one part and that time can reduce by 25%, the shop can make two or three more parts a day. “That increase in productivity is the biggest place where companies are saving money,” Wiley explains. “And, by using a product like 290 – especially if you’re running titanium and Inconel – you can reduce the cost of machining those parts and save additional money.

Aerospace Approved

Specifically designed for aerospace use, XTREME CUT 290 has the following approvals to be assured that the fluid is not going to negatively impact the material or part of the airplane.

Approvals:

Boeing’s BAC 5008 specification, PSD 6-128

Pratt & Whitney PMC 9372

For more information see product description and case study.

You can purchase XTREME CUT 290 on our website by clicking HERE.

For additional questions about QualiChem products sold by BlackHawk Industrial, give us a call. We’re happy to help. Our mission is to provide innovative, value-added services and products that reduce our customer’s total cost. Feel free to contact us for more information.

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