Safe Diamond Machining Coolants | |
As long as we are discussing diamond machining of metals and crystals, I would like solicit opinions on environmentally and health safe coolants for this work, in particular for metals like aluminum and copper
Historically we have all used odlorless mineral spirits, mineral oils, kerosene, naptha, etc., but these will eventually kill you if you breathe enough and if you vent it outside then you will have environmental problems. Or if you are really lucky they will just catch fire.
Anyone have any good ideas? Anyone try vegetable oil? Anyone try water soluble mist coolants? Pros? Cons?
And if you have a magic potion, where do you get it and how do you clean it off of the work when done?
The coolant needs to allow for a good surface finish, allow for the surface to be thoroughly cleaned, and not be dangerous. I am all ears. |