Every metal cutting operation — CNC turning, milling, drilling, grinding, tapping, or broaching — generates heat at the tool-workpiece interface that must be managed to prevent tool failure, dimensional inaccuracy, and poor surface finish. The metalworking fluid (MWF) does three critical jobs simultaneously: it cools the cutting zone, lubricates the tool-chip interface to reduce friction and built-up edge, and flushes chips and swarf away from the cutting area. Selecting the wrong type or concentration of cutting fluid is the most common cause of premature tool failure in Pune’s precision machining shops.
Imperiea Engineering & Sourcing Pvt. Ltd. is an authorised supplier of CNC cutting oils and metalworking fluids from GS Caltex (Kixx), Savsol, and Torq — serving auto-component manufacturers, CNC machining centres, tooling shops, and precision engineering units across Chakan MIDC, PCMC, Talegaon, Bhosari, and all Pune industrial zones.
Types of Metalworking Fluids — Which Does Your Operation Need?
| Type | Dilution | Best Operation | Key Advantage |
| Neat Cutting Oil | Undiluted (used as-is) | Heavy duty turning, broaching, gear hobbing, tapping | Maximum lubrication, excellent surface finish |
| Water-Miscible (Soluble) | 1:10 to 1:30 with water | General CNC turning, milling, drilling | Best cooling, suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals |
| Semi-Synthetic | 1:15 to 1:40 with water | High-speed machining, grinding | Balance of lubrication and cooling, long sump life |
| Fully Synthetic | 1:20 to 1:60 with water | Grinding, light machining, aluminium | Maximum cooling, transparent (good visibility), very clean |
GS Caltex Kixx Metalworking Fluid Range
Kixx Neat Cutting Oils — For Heavy Duty Machining
- Kixx Neat Cut 11 — Light-viscosity neat cutting oil for high-speed CNC turning, drilling, and tapping of steel and cast iron. API-Inactive sulphur-free formulation for use on copper alloys and non-ferrous metals.
- Kixx Neat Cut 16 — Medium-viscosity neat oil for heavy turning, threading, and gear cutting. EP additive package for difficult-to-machine materials.
- Kixx Cutting Oil S-1L — General purpose neat cutting oil for light to medium machining operations.
Kixx Water-Miscible Metalworking Fluids
- Kixx Cool SL — Soluble cutting oil (water-miscible). Stable milky emulsion, excellent cooling and lubrication for general CNC turning and milling. Good corrosion protection for machine slideways and ferrous workpieces.
- Kixx Multi SS — Semi-synthetic metalworking fluid. Suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals in CNC machining, drilling, grinding. Translucent micro-emulsion for good sump visibility.
- Kixx Presec SF / MF / HT — Synthetic and high-performance water-based cutting fluids for demanding precision machining, aerospace-grade parts, and aluminium machining. Superior foam control even in hard water conditions.
Savsol Aquacool S — Water-Miscible Cutting Fluid
Savsol Aquacool S is a premium water-miscible metalworking fluid (MWF) formulated for CNC machining operations on ferrous and non-ferrous metals — turning, milling, drilling, tapping, grinding, and cold rolling pickling operations.
- Excellent Water Miscibility — Forms a stable, milky-white emulsion at all dilution ratios. Does not separate or cream even in hard water conditions.
- Superior Cooling Performance — High water content in diluted form provides excellent heat removal at the cutting zone.
- High Hard Water Stability — Maintains stable emulsion at up to 800 ppm water hardness — critical for Pune’s municipal water supply which can vary in hardness by location.
- Excellent Ferrous Corrosion Protection — Protects machine slideways, worktables, and ferrous workpieces from rust during and between operations.
- Improves Tool Life — Consistent lubrication at the tool-chip interface reduces tool wear rate and extends between-grind intervals.
- Enhances Surface Finish — Clean cutting action with reduced built-up edge formation delivers better Ra (surface roughness) values.
- Low Foaming Characteristics — Critical for high-pressure coolant systems common in modern CNC machining centres.
Industries Served — Metalworking Fluids in Pune
- Auto Component Manufacturers — Chakan MIDC and Ranjangaon MIDC: cylinder head machining, crankshaft turning, gear hobbing, transmission component grinding
- CNC Machining Centres — PCMC, Bhosari: multi-operation machining of structural components, brackets, housings
- Tooling, Die & Mould Shops — PCMC, Pimpri: cavity milling, EDM support, jig boring
- Precision Engineering Units — Talegaon, Hinjewadi industrial area: aerospace parts, medical devices, instrumentation
- Forging & Casting Machining — Bhosari, Chakan: post-forging turning and drilling of rough castings
Frequently Asked Questions — Cutting Oil Pune
Q: How do I choose between soluble oil and neat cutting oil for my CNC machine?
A: Soluble oil (water-miscible) is preferred for most CNC turning and milling operations because of its superior cooling. Neat cutting oil is preferred for heavy broaching, gear cutting, tapping, and operations where surface finish and lubrication matter more than cooling. For modern high-speed CNC machining centres, semi-synthetic or synthetic water-based fluids typically deliver the best combination of tool life, surface finish, and sump longevity.
Q: How do I control bacterial contamination in my coolant sump?
A: Keep sump concentration in the correct range (check with a refractometer weekly), maintain sump pH above 8.5, remove tramp oil regularly using a skimmer, avoid introducing food or organic contamination, and drain-and-clean the sump at least every 6 months. Biocides can be added if bacterial count becomes problematic — contact Imperiea for guidance.
Q: Do you supply cutting oil in small quantities for trial?
A: Yes. We supply Kixx & Savsol metalworking fluids in 20-litre packs for initial trials. Once you confirm the product is suitable for your operation, we transition to drum supply. WhatsApp +91 911 957 5533 to request a trial quantity.
Q: What is the correct dilution ratio for Savsol Aquacool S?
A: Savsol Aquacool S is typically used at a concentration of 5–10% in water (i.e., 1 part concentrate to 10–20 parts water) for general CNC turning and milling. For heavy-duty operations or where maximum lubrication is needed, use 8–10%. For light grinding or finishing, 3–5% may be sufficient. Always add the concentrate to water (not water to concentrate) to ensure proper emulsification.
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