Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: New Machine cleanup, what good Way oil?

FWIW, the RCM FAQ has a section on oils for machine tools. The index to the
FAQ can be found at:

http://w3.uwyo.edu/~metal/faqa.html

The section on oil is at:

ftp://w3.uwyo.edu/pub/metal/metal07.faq

Drew

On Oct 17, 2:23pm, Jon Anderson wrote:
> Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: New Machine cleanup, what good Way oil?
> Lee,
>
> I'd recommend buying real way oil. I'm going to be needing to reorder
> from MSC pretty soon, I can post the MSC part number and price. They
> will accept COD or credit cards for individual purchases.
> Way oil is specially formulated to, well, lube ways. It stays in place
> much better than say, spindle lube. A gallon will cost under $15 less
> shipping and will last a hobbyist a lifetime.
> I'm not a lubrication expert, so can't comment on the suitability of
> engine oil. If you are going to go the auto parts store route, I'd think
> a good gear lube would work better.
>
> Jon
>-- End of excerpt from Jon Anderson



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