Cutting Oils: The Backbone of Precision Machining

Cutting Oils: The Backbone of Precision Machining

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In metal machining, where accuracy and efficiency are critical, the right lubricant can make all the difference. That’s where cutting oils come in — helping to cool, protect, and extend tool life while ensuring a high-quality finish on the workpiece.

Cutting oils are a specific type of metalworking fluid, engineered to reduce friction, dissipate heat, and improve machining performance in operations such as turning, milling, drilling, tapping, and grinding.

At Petrotek, we provide a comprehensive range of cutting oils to suit every application, metal type, and machine configuration.

What Are Cutting Oils?

Cutting oils are industrial lubricants used to optimize metal removal processes. They improve surface finish, prevent tool wear, and protect against heat and corrosion. Depending on the operation, cutting oils may be used straight (undiluted) or mixed with water.

They fall under the broader family of metalworking fluids, but are specifically used where direct tool-to-metal contact occurs, such as:

• CNC turning and milling
  
  


• Deep hole drilling and honing
  
  


• EDM and precision cutting
  
  


• Aluminium machining and light forming
  
  

Petrotek Offers the Full Range of Cutting Oils

Whether you're machining aluminum, steel, or exotic alloys, Petrotek provides cutting oils tailored for your exact needs. Our portfolio includes:

1. Neat Cutting Oils

• Straight, undiluted oils for heavy-duty machining
  
  


• Excellent lubrication for tapping, threading, gear cutting
  
  


• EP (Extreme Pressure) variants available
  
  

2. EDM Oils (Electrical Discharge Machining Oils)

• High-purity, low-viscosity oils for precise spark erosion
  
  


• Clean-burning, low-aroma formulation
  
  


• Improves electrode life and part accuracy

3. Honing Oils

• Specifically designed for fine surface finishing and bore sizing
  
  


• Anti-weld properties, high lubricity
  
  


• Excellent chip flushing and temperature control

4. Vanishing Oils

• Evaporative lubricants for light metal forming and stamping
  
  


• Leave no residue — ideal for clean, post-process surfaces
  
  


• Fast drying, non-staining formulas

5. Biodegradable Cutting Oils

• Environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional oils
  
  


• Made from renewable, plant-based esters
  
  


• Suitable for shops focused on sustainability

6. Water-Miscible Cutting Oils

• Soluble, semi-synthetic, and synthetic fluids that mix with water
  
  


• Provide excellent cooling and chip removal
  
  


• Used in general-purpose machining and high-speed CNC

7. Aluminium Cutting Oils

• Formulated for non-ferrous metals like aluminum and copper
  
  


• Non-staining, high lubricity
  
  


• Prevents built-up edge and tool wear on soft metals
  
  

Applications Across Industries

Petrotek cutting oils are used across:

• CNC machining and tool rooms
  
  


• Automotive and aerospace workshops
  
  


• Valve, pump, and hydraulic part manufacturing
  
  


• EDM job shops and die makers
  
  


• General engineering and fabrication
  
  


• Food packaging and clean forming lines (for vanishing/biodegradable oils)
  
  

Why Choose Petrotek Cutting Oils?

• Tailored for UAE/GCC industries and temperatures


• Options for steel, aluminum, copper, titanium, and alloys


• Biodegradable and food-grade alternatives available


• Technical support for selection, maintenance, and performance tuning

Request a Sample or Consultation

Need help choosing the right cutting oil for your application? Our team is ready to assist.

Email: trade@petrotek.de
Visit: www.petrotek.de

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