Post by AndrewP on Mar 26, 2008 21:11:50 GMT
I've brought this here to avoid hijacking James steam computer thread.
Tweendecker wrote:-
Could I ask what might appear to be a silly question i.e. when using the lathe,is it necessary to have a constant stream of lubricant fed on to the job or would I get away with lubricant in a squeezy bottle squirted on when necessary?
Thanks very much,
Tweendecker
Somebody said the only silly question is the one left unasked.
There are 'rules' regarding coolant and I must admit I don't know them, I'm sure somebody will tell us.
The short answer is no, you don't need a constant flow of lubricant (generically called 'suds').
On my lathe if I used a stream of suds I'd just end up with wet feet.
What works for me is an occasional drop of light oil, usually 3 in 1, if I think the job sounds like it needs it, and always when drilling. I think brass and cast iron are less demanding in this regard than steel.
Hey, if you are cutting scrap then the worst you'll get is a smaller piece of scrap and a blunt tool (sharpening practice), and a lesson you will remember.
Tweendecker wrote:-
Could I ask what might appear to be a silly question i.e. when using the lathe,is it necessary to have a constant stream of lubricant fed on to the job or would I get away with lubricant in a squeezy bottle squirted on when necessary?
Thanks very much,
Tweendecker
Somebody said the only silly question is the one left unasked.
There are 'rules' regarding coolant and I must admit I don't know them, I'm sure somebody will tell us.
The short answer is no, you don't need a constant flow of lubricant (generically called 'suds').
On my lathe if I used a stream of suds I'd just end up with wet feet.
What works for me is an occasional drop of light oil, usually 3 in 1, if I think the job sounds like it needs it, and always when drilling. I think brass and cast iron are less demanding in this regard than steel.
Hey, if you are cutting scrap then the worst you'll get is a smaller piece of scrap and a blunt tool (sharpening practice), and a lesson you will remember.
