11 February 2025

Coolant Basics on the wall

At CNCmarket.ca , we know that coolant is more than just fluid in a tank - it plays an important role in tool life, machine safety, human health, and machining efficiency.

However, many shops overlook the basics of CNC fluid management, leading to poor performance, high costs, and frequent maintenance issues. That’s why we created a set of free training posters that explain CNC coolant fundamentals in a simple, visual, and easy-to-understand way.

These posters are perfect for:

  • Shop floor daily reminder - help operators understand and maintain CNC fluids correctly.
  • New employee education - quickly onboard machinists with essential coolant knowledge.
  • Continuous improvement - reduce coolant-related problems and extend fluid life.
  • Shop aesthetics - a beautifully designed piece that makes your hallway, breakroom, or shop floor more engaging and professional.

What’s Covered? Our posters answer key questions about CNC coolant, including:

  • Functions of CNC Fluids – Cooling, lubrication, chip evacuation, and corrosion protection.
  • Why We Mix Coolant with Water – Water’s superior cooling power and cost benefits.
  • Water Quality & Its Impact – How hardness, sulfates, and contaminants affect performance.
  • What is Concentrate? What is Emulsion? – Understanding coolant composition.
  • Structure of Emulsion After Mixing – Why CNC coolant doesn’t separate like oil and water.
  • Emulsion Concentration & Why It Changes – Evaporation, oil drag-out, and balance control.
  • What is the Refractometer Factor? – How to correctly measure coolant concentration.
  • What is Tramp Oil? And Why Is It Bad? – How unwanted oils lead to bacteria growth, odors, and pH drop.
  • ...and others

Get Your Free Posters

We believe knowledge should be as free-flowing as your coolant! That’s why we’re offering these posters for free to help CNC shops train their teams and improve fluid management.

📩 Want a copy? Contact us today or fill out the write to us form to request yours!