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Product Description

WireWorks 10073 is a solid wire drawing lubricant formulated to replace soaps in the dry drawing of carbon and stainless steels. This lubricant is suitable for drawing in single pass, skim-pass or multi-draft operations.

WireWorks 10073 will not dust or cake up during wire processing. Unlike soap lubricants it is directly anneable and requires no post cleaning. This lubricant also offers vastly superior corrosion protection over soaps.

WireWorks 10073

Benefits

  • No dusting or mess
  • Draws cleaner than soaps or greases
  • Ashless
  • Directly anneable – no post cleaning
  • Outstanding die life
  • Cleans off easily
  • Biodegradable
  • Hydrophobic – resistant to humidity and moisture
  • Excellent long-term corrosion protection
  • Long shelf life

Product Applications

  • Bull block drawing
  • Multi-stage drawing
  • Tube drawing
  • Welding wire drawing
  • Draw/Cold Heading operations
  • Draw core wire
  • Spring wire drawing
  • Improved wire finish and RP

Directions for Use

WireWorks 10073 is designed to be used in die boxes as received. The use of lubricant applicators is always encouraged.

Specifications/Properties

Appearance:

Particle Size:

Softening Point:

Odor:

Ashless:

Calcium, Sodium, Potassium:

Metal Content:

Biodegradable:

Biorenewable:

Biosustainable:

Off White, Granular Solid

2-4 mm

Approx. 214ºF

Nil

Yes

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Packaging

WireWorks 10073 is available in 26 lb. pails or 225 lb. drums.

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