Product Data Sheet
Almaredge BI
General purpose soluble metalworking fluid
Description
Castrol Almaredge™ BI (previously Cooledge™ BI) is a general purpose soluble metalworking fluid
formulated without boron. It contains an additive package that help to provide good lubrication
properties and performs well in a wide water range.
Almaredge BI can be used in single sump machines as well large systems.
Application
Almaredge BI is a versatile product recommended for general machining on low-medium alloy steel and
aluminium alloys.
suggested core application possible application, please consult Castrol representative prior to
use
Cast Low-medium High alloyed - Aluminium Magnesium Yellow
Iron alloyed steel stainless steel alloys alloys metals
Grinding
Milling, Turning
(general ,machining
Drilling
Reaming, Tapping
Broaching
Advantages
Formulated without boron which helps you to fulfill aspects of legislative requirements and waste
treatment requirements that specify that this chemical is excluded
Versatile product suitable for wide range of materials and operations
Low foam in recommended water conditions
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Typical Characteristics
Name Method Units Almaredge BI
Concentrate - - -
Appearance Visual - Amber
Mineral oil content Calculated Wt% > 60
Emulsion - - -
Appearance Visual - Milky
pH (5%) DIN 51 361 / ASTM E70-97 - 9.5
Refractometer Factor - - 1.0
Subject to usual manufacturing tolerances.
Recommended Concentrations
General Machining 4 - 7%
Driling 5 - 7%
Reaming and tapping 7 - 10%
Water range 50 - 400 ppm CaCO₃
Storage
To avoid product deterioration always keep the container/drum tightly sealed. Store the product in a
cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Prevent exposure to frost and avoid water ingress. For
optimum product stability, it is preferable to store the product indoors between 5°C and 45 °C / 41°F
and 113°F.
For more details, please refer the product safety data sheet.
Almaredge BI
01 Oct 2020
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Technical Advice Line: 662 684 3591 Customer Service: 662 684 3555
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