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ASTRO-DRAW A is a heavy-duty, water-soluble drawing oil containing a complex blend of extreme pressure additives, fatty esters, and rust inhibitors. It has been formulated for use on heavy drawing and blanking operations and has excellent adherence and anti-wipe properties. It can be used on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals without staining or rusting.

Application Area: Drawing Operations, Fine Blanking Application, Metalworking Equipment, Stamping

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Iron, Metal

Features: Corrosion Resistant, Excellent Lubricity, Extreme Pressure Performance, Good Adhesion, Good Hard Water Stability, Good Stain Resistance, Heavy Duty, Long Term Protection, Water Soluble

Metalworking Fluid Type: Soluble Oil

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Identification & Functionality

Metalworking Fluid Type

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Easily Removed With Mild Alkaline Cleaner
  • Mild Pleasant Odor
  • Excellent Corrosion Inhibition
  • Long Lasting
  • Stable in Hard or Soft Water
  • Operator Friendly
  • For Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals
  • Superior Lubricity
  • Residual Coating May Be Welded Through
  • Non-Gumming

Applications & Uses

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Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Applications
  • ASTRO-DRAW A is designed for use in all stamping and drawing applications.
  • ASTRO DRAW A may be applied by brushing, dipping, spraying, rolling or other convenient method.
Mixing
Concentration 4% 5% 6% 7% 8% 9% 10%
Ratio   1:20   1:14     1:10
Refractometer   2.4 2.9 3.4 3.8 4.3 4.8

 

Recommended Concentration
Application Concentration Ratio Refractometer
Normal Applications 10%-20% 1:10-1:5 4.8-9.6
Extremely Difficult Draws May Be Used Neat or Cut With Mineral Oil    

 

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Hazy dark brown liquid, Opaque white (Dilution)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Residual FilmSoft, fluid--
pH (at 20:1)8.7 - 9.1--
Specific Gravity (at 60°F)1.03 - 1.09--
Density8.8 - 9lbs/gal-
Total PhosphorousNil--
Flash Point355°FCOC

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