Extreme Pressure Additive (EPA) is mixed with cutting fluid for improving its power of

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  1. cooling
  2. lubrication
  3. cleaning of cutting zone
  4. protection of machined surface

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Option 2 : lubrication
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Purposes of application of cutting fluid in machining:

  • The main aim of the application of cutting fluid is to improve machinability through reduction of cutting forces and temperature, improvement by surface integrity, and enhancement of tool life.
  • Cooling of the job and the tool to reduce the detrimental effects of cutting temperature on the job and the tool.
  • Lubrication at the chip–tool interface and the tool flanks to reduce cutting forces and friction and thus the amount of heat generation.
  • Cleaning the machining zone by washing away the chip – particles and debris.
  • To form a solid lubricating layer under high pressure and temperature some extreme pressure additive (EPA) is deliberately added in a reasonable amount in the mineral oil or soluble oil. ​

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​Selection of Cutting Fluid:

Machining Material

Cutting Fluid

Grey cast iron

Dry air

Steels

Soluble oil

Aluminum and its alloys

kerosene oil

Stainless steels

High-performance soluble oil

Neat oil with high concentration with chlorinated EP additive 

Copper and its alloys

Water-based fluids

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