Carbide Reamer Lube?

[Ben H]

I just ordered my first carbide reamer from JGS. I’ve never used one and will be reaming on a manual lathe without a flush system at this time.

JGS recommends Rigid Dark with 20% Habcool 318 Tapping & Thread Chasing fluid. I’ve not found Habcool anywhere.

My question is what lube are you guys having good luck with?

Thanks in advance,
Ben H

 

[GeneT]

I use dark (sulfurized) cutting fluid. Years ago I cut it with something ("Habcool" doesn't ring a bell) but didn't like it as well (I tested it as a general cutting fluid first). Flush or oil for me.

GsT

 

[amiabledave50]

Receive a free sample of HABCOOL 318 SUPER TAPPING OIl.​

Phone 888-CALL-ICC, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time.​

 

[Ben H]

Thanks! I called them and ordered a gallon. The guy told me they prefer to sell direct to the customer. He also said a 1 gallon jug is the smallest they sell.

Receive a free sample of HABCOOL 318 SUPER TAPPING OIl.​

Phone 888-CALL-ICC, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time.​

 

[amiabledave50]

Glad to help

 

[Rflshootr]

I bought a solid carbide 22BR reamer and used Rigid pipe threading oil for stainless. It worked just fine.

 

[Fuj]

Always used Reed dark, uncut.