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SKF LubriLean
Minimal Quantity Lubrication (MQL) for Dry Machining Processes

Internal minimal quantity lubrication

An aerosol is generated in the MQL equipment’s reservoir and fed through the rotating spindle
or turret to the tool. With an optimal setting, the metered quantity of oil is completely used up
without any residue being left.

External minimal quantity lubrication

Metered lubricant is atomized by compressed air in a spray nozzle. That produces microdroplets that make their way together with the carrier air to the friction point without any mist
being formed.

Conversion from wet machining to dry machining in the production process results in the following benefits:
Cut costs

Improve productivity

Utilize a technological advantage

• No need for cooling lubricants
• No need for machine tool components like
lubricant filters and cconditioning systems
• No disposal costs for chips and cooling
lubricants
• No need to wash workpieces

• Significant reduction of production time
(30-50%)
• Higher cutting efficiency
• Tool lives increased by as much as 300%
• Reliable control of production processes

• Solutions for OEMs and retrofitters
• Parallel use of wet and dry machining
• Better surface finish