Mechanism of Action

Sliding friction vs. rolling friction.

In conventional cutting, sliding friction dominates: the tool and chip slide against each other under high pressure. The result is a small, highly stressed contact area that generates enormous amounts of heat and rapidly wears the cutting edge.

Sliding friction – conventional coolant

Tool and chip remain in continuous contact – the contact surface moves, slides and heats up.

  • High heat generation
  • Wear on the cutting edge and workpiece
  • Built-up edge formation with ductile materials
  • Reduced tool life

Rolling friction – with NanoCoolant

Carbon Nano-Onions act as micro ball bearings. Instead of sliding, they roll between the tool and workpiece.

  • Up to 80–90 % less heat
  • Significantly reduced wear
  • Prevention of built-up edge formation
  • Cleaner chip and workpiece surfaces
  • 50–400 % longer tool life*

What this means in practice

+25–40 %
Cutting speed Vc
+25–40 %
Feed rate F
50–400 %
Longer tool life*
CORE MESSAGE

Nanotechnology changes the fundamental principles of performance across all machining processes. NanoCoolant is not an improved lubricant – it is a different operating principle.

* 50 to 400 % longer tool life, depending on the material and process. Values based on documented practical tests.