WESTLUBE
For Stainless & Other Hard to Work Metals
WestLube is specially designed for problem metalworking jobs. It is the best product
available for stainless, high carbon, high chrome, cast iron etc. Many
uses such as: Drilling, Tapping Milling, Stamping, Drawing, Punching,
Spot Facing, Broaching, Threading, Piercing, and more. WestLube can also
be used on non-ferrous metals such as Brass and Aluminum.
WestLube is an exceedingly clean lubricant. It contains no oil, and creates none of the difficult cleaning problems associated with white lead, molybdenum, and similar materials.
Environmentally Safe
WestLube contains NO Chlorine, Fluorine, Lead, Sulfur, Phosphorous or Silicone. This compound contains no nitrates, chromates, mercury, or formaldehyde base compounds. WestLube is even safe for use in machine shops operating under the Federal meat and poultry products inspection program (P-1).
Storage and Handling
WestLube is normally a smooth green semi-paste, but consistency may vary with temperature. Its melting point is between 75 and 80 degrees F. Summer temperatures reduce its viscosity, while under winter room temperatures it is a fairly heavy paste. These changes have no effect upon use or efficiency. Freezing will occur under continued exposure to 30 degrees or lower and after thawing the compound may be separated into several layers. IF this happens, vigorous shaking is all that is needed. Freezing and thawing will have no effect on its use.
Applications
For punch press operations, applications may be by swab, spray, roller, or brush. Dilution with up to equal parts of water is usually necessary for spray or roller application. For machining applications is generally by hand methods using the plastic applicator, brush or dip can. In drilling and tapping, the tool is often dipped in the lubricant.
Packaging
WestLube is available in 2 oz & 8 oz plastic squeeze bottles or one gallon jugs. Larger sizes are also available by special request.