Hydraulic and lubrication oil

CNC lubricants and hydraulic oils are two important categories of fluids used in various industrial applications. While they share some common properties, each of these fluid types serves unique functions.

Lubricants play an important role in the efficient and reliable operation of mechanical devices, especially CNC machines. These specialty fluids perform functions without which modern machinery cannot function properly.

Hydraulic oil is a key element in the operation of a wide range of hydraulic machines and mechanisms. As an incompressible working fluid, it acts as a transmitter of power and energy in such devices. Hydraulic fluids for CNC machines can be made on the basis of mineral or synthetic components. 

Lubricants

CNC machine lubrication oils are substances designed to reduce friction, wear, and heat generation between two surfaces that are moving relative to each other. They form a thin film that covers the friction surfaces, creating a barrier between them. CNC lubricants and grease must have certain properties to fulfill their intended purpose. Among the key characteristics are the following:

• Viscosity

This characteristic of a lubricant determines its ability to form a strong lubricating film, which in turn minimizes friction and wear of parts.

• Resistance to oxidation 

Oxidation processes can significantly degrade the performance of a lubricant.  This process leads to an increased risk of corrosion and reduced viscosity. A sign of oxidation is a change in the color of the oil.

• Corrosion resistance

The lubricant base must not contain components that cause corrosion of metal parts.

Thus, the above properties play a key role in ensuring the performance and reliability of mechanisms operated with different lubricants.

Hydraulic Oils

Hydraulic oils are fluids used in hydraulic systems to transmit power and lubricate the moving parts. Primary functions of hydraulic fluids:

1. Improving the efficiency of transferring kinetic and pressure energy;

2. Use as a lubricating medium for the transmission of forces and torques;

3. Reducing wear on surfaces in relative motion;

4. Reduction of friction between contacting parts;

5. Protection against corrosion of metallic components;

6. Dissipation of heat generated during operation of mechanisms;

7. Ensuring operability over a wide temperature range;

8. Increasing the service life of equipment.

Secondary functions of hydraulic fluids:

• Resistance to oxidative processes;

• Thermal stability;

• Environmental safety;

• High flame retardancy;

• Low degree of vaporizability.

Hydraulic fluids are commonly used in construction equipment, manufacturing machinery, and various industrial applications where the transfer of power through a fluid medium is required.

Benefits of using lubricants and hydraulic oils

Modern industrial equipment cannot operate efficiently without the use of quality lubricants and hydraulic oils. The use of these high-tech products provides a number of significant advantages.

Increased operational efficiency of mechanisms. Lubrication reduces friction between moving parts, which reduces energy loss and increases power transmission. Hydraulic oils provide smooth and precise operation, which has a positive impact on equipment performance.

Equally important is the ability of these products to extend the life of machinery. Lubrication protects surfaces from wear, corrosion and other destructive effects, which significantly reduces repair costs and timely replacement of parts.

Modern high-quality lubricants and hydraulic oils also have excellent performance characteristics. They retain their properties in a wide temperature range and provide high reliability of equipment operation.

As a result, the use of high-performance lubricants and hydraulic oils can significantly improve the efficiency, reliability and environmental friendliness of industrial equipment, which ultimately leads to significant cost and resource savings.