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[Richrd]

Any guide lines about llubing work? I get the WD on aluminum, but what about turning steel or stainless?

Also lubing steady rest points .


Any tips on what and when to lube on the machine.
Thanks

 

[ddickey]

I've only ever used water soluble cutting oil. I can mix it how I want or need it and simply squirt it on with a squirt bottle. I just bought a mister so that is what I will be using from now on.

 

[4ssss]

Used to be white lithium grease on centers and steady rests, but I don't think it's available any more.

 

[Tony Pisano]

When I was in trade school, we used white-lead. White lithium grease is readily available. There is also "never seez" and other brand extreme pressure lubricants for steady rests and dead centers

 

[4ssss]

Oops, that's what I meant, the white lead. The Alzeimers is kicking in.

 

[RandyM]

You can still buy grease for centers. 2oz tube should last quite awhile.

https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/75307116?rItem=75307116

 

[mikey]

Also lubing steady rest points.

Any oil will do, Richrd. I use hydraulic oil.