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Causes & Solutions for Poor Industrial Machining Tool Life

Poor tool life is something no machining operation wants to deal with. If the problem is ongoing, it could be detrimental to your bottom line, not to mention frustrating to your staff. Your coolant could be the biggest source impacting your tool’s life. Not using the best coolant for the job or having the wrong concentration could be taking its toll on your tool’s longevity. Prolong tool life with our causes and solutions below.

What causes poor industrial machining tool life?


  1. Concentration too low
  2. Wrong product being used
  3. High tramp oil content
  4. High solids content

How to solve the problem of industrial machining tool life


  1. Adjust concentration to specifications
  2. Contact AFT, Inc.
  3. Skim off tramp oil
  4. Filter coolant

Discovering the Best Coolant for Your Machining Needs


If you think the coolant you are currently using may be at the root of your poor tool life, then contacting AFT, Inc. today is a must! Our expert fluid technicians are here to answer any questions you may have and to learn more about your machining operation so we can recommend the best coolant for your performance level.