CIMTECH® 500
METALWORKING FLUID
DESCRIPTION
Product CIMTECH 500 metalworking fluid is recommended for
machining and grinding of ferrous metals.
Information APPLICATION
CIMTECH 500 can be used on cast iron, nodular iron,
carbon steels, and stainless steels. It should not be used
Flyer on magnesium alloys or non-ferrous materials.
Designed for heavy duty machining applications such as
milling, drilling, boring, and reaming of steel. It can also
be used in moderate duty grinding operations such as
surface, double disc, center-type and internal grinding. It
also exhibits excellent properties as a honing fluid.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
GOOD LUBRICITY: CIMTECH 500 has good lubricity for
extended tool and wheel life.
EXCELLENT FOAM CONTROL: CIMTECH 500 is very low
foaming even in turbulent grinding systems.
EXCELLENT CLEANLINESS: CIMTECH 500 rejects tramp oil
to keep product clean, which extends sump life.
OPERATOR – FRIENDLY: CIMTECH 500 provides excellent
part visibility - A fresh mix is transparent - No Smoke -
Low misting.
EXCELLENT RANCIDITY CONTROL: Excellent fluid life -
Minimizes the need for additives.
CORROSION PROTECTION: Excellent rust protection for
the work-piece and machine tool.
CIMTECH® 500
METALWORKING FLUID
RECOMMENDED STARTING DILUTIONS
CIMTECH 500 is to be mixed with water for use. Always add concentrate to water. Add no
other materials to the concentrate or mix unless approved by your CIMCOOL® District Manager.
Grinding 5% - 10% (1:20 to 1:10)
Machining 5% - 10% (1:20 to 1:10)
CONCENTRATION
BCG Titration, Total Alkalinity or Refractometer can be used.
The Refractometer Factor is 1.8
Multiply the scale reading obtained on your CIMCOOL® Refractometer by this factor to obtain
the mix concentration in percent. Calibrate the refractometer so that it reads 0.0 with water
Product
before testing the sample mix. Remove gross contaminants from the sample mixes before
testing.
Application
TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid Appearance and Odor: Clear/Chemical
Solubility in water: 100% miscible Weight, lb/gal, 60°F (15.6 °C): 8.8
Sheet
Viscosity (SUS) @ 100°F: 100
pH Concentrate: 9.9
Flash Point /Sp.Gr./Boiling Point: SEE MSDS
pH Mix 5%, Typical Operating: 9.0
Total Chlorine/Chloride, wt%: 0.0/0.08% Total Sulfur, wt%: 0
Silicones: None
HANDLING and STORAGE
If frozen, thaw completely at room temperature. Inside storage is recommended.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Available at www.cimcool.com
For additional information refer to its OSHA MSDS, website or contact your local CIMCOOL
TECHNICAL SPECIALIST OR DISTRICT MANAGER, or you may contact CIMCOOL® Technical
Services at 1-513-458-8199.
Limitation of Liability: Under no circumstances, shall we or any affiliate of ours have any
liability whatsoever for loss of use, or for any indirect or consequential damages. Minor
formulation changes or normal variations in the manufacture of this product may cause slight
variances in the data presented on this sheet.
3000 Disney Street
Cincinnati, OH 45209
1-513-458-8199
Fax 1-513-458-8179
1/06/2016 PC B00271
