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Castrol Performance Bio™ NC Plus (previously called Performance Biolubes™ NuCut Plus) is a chlorine free, multi-metal compatible, high performance neat cutting oil, which is based on plant oil technology. Customer feedback* has highlighted low misting characteristics, robust oxidation stability and excellent cooling properties, which can help increase productivity.
Unit of Measure

Package Type

 N/A Tote

Appearance

 N/A Light Yellow Liquid

Specific Gravity

 N/A 0.90 to 0.95

Viscosity at 40 Degree Celsius (ºC)

N/A 37 to 46 cSt

Flash Point

 N/A 280 to 285 ºC

Copper Corrosion in 3 Hours at 100 Degree Celsius (ºC) Temperature

 N/A 1B

Applications

 N/A Performance Bio NC Plus is designed for gear manufacturing and general cutting operations of ferrous and nonferrous metals. Performance Bio NC Plus may also be used in selected Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) and light duty forming operations.

Suggested Core Applications
  • Drilling: Cast iron, Aluminum alloys
  • Broaching: Titanium alloys, Aluminum alloys, Yellow metals
  • Gear Manufacturing: Cast iron, Low-medium alloyed steel, Titanium alloys, Aluminum alloys, Yellow metals 
  • General Machining: Cast iron, Low-medium alloyed steel, Titanium alloys, Aluminum alloys, Yellow metals 
Possible Applications (Consult a Castrol representative before use)
  • Drilling: Low-medium alloyed steel, Titanium alloys, Yellow metals
  • Broaching: Cast iron, Low-medium alloyed steel
  • Gear Manufacturing: High alloyed steel, Nickel-chrome alloys
  • General Machining: High alloyed steel, Nickel-chrome alloys

Features and Benefits

 N/A
  • Customers have commented* favorably on the low misting and smoking characteristics. This helps to reduce oil consumption.
  • High oxidation stability increases product lifetime and reduce oil consumption
  • Plant oil based technology shows better cooling properties than traditional mineral oils. This characteristic could help support productivity increases
  • Our chlorine free formulation can help reduce disposal costs
  • Low odor and light colour help to improve the working environment
  • Multi-metal compatibility provides opportunity for product consolidation
  • Multi-purpose fluid, may be used in Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) and light duty Forming applications

* Based on feedback received from our customers in the USA using Performance Bio NC fluids

Storage and Handling

 N/A To avoid product deterioration always keep the container/drum tightly sealed. For optimum product stability, store between 5°C/41°F and 45°C/113°F in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Prevent exposure to frost and avoid water ingress. It is preferable to store the product indoors. For more details, please refer the product safety data sheet.