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UNIST MicroTrace 5500 Advanced Vanishing Lubricant

FAST-EVAPORATING MQL LUBRICANT FOR VIRTUALLY DRY PARTS

UNIST MicroTrace™ 5500 is an advanced vanishing lubricant designed for Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) systems. It provides the lubrication required during machining while leaving a virtually dry surface after the operation.

Specifically formulated for aluminum, MicroTrace™ 5500 is particularly well suited for pre-painted or anodized parts because it evaporates after machining without leaving an oily residue. It can also be used on steel, stainless steel, and brass, helping reduce cleaning before secondary processes.

A Lubricant Designed to Leave Parts Virtually Dry

MicroTrace™ 5500 combines the lubrication required during machining with rapid evaporation after the operation. Unlike a lubricant that remains on the part, it is formulated to evaporate once the job is done, leaving a virtually dry surface.

This characteristic is particularly beneficial when parts must proceed to another manufacturing operation. By reducing the amount of residual lubricant on parts, MicroTrace™ 5500 can reduce the cleaning required before secondary processes.

LUBRICATION FOR MQL SYSTEMS

MicroTrace™ 5500 is designed for use with UNIST Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) systems. It provides the lubrication required to protect tools during machining.

RAPID EVAPORATION FOR A VIRTUALLY DRY SURFACE AFTER MACHINING

After the operation, MicroTrace™ 5500 evaporates quickly and leaves virtually no residue. This property helps keep parts and the work environment cleaner while reducing post-process cleaning requirements.

PARTICULARLY WELL SUITED FOR ALUMINUM AND PRE-PAINTED OR ANODIZED PARTS

MicroTrace™ 5500 is specifically formulated for aluminum. It is particularly recommended for pre-painted or anodized aluminum parts when an oily residue is undesirable after machining. It is also suitable for steel, stainless steel, and brass.

MicroTrace™ 5500 Benefits

  • Reduces post-process cleaning
  • Dries quickly with virtually no residue
  • Superior surface finish
  • Extends tool life
  • No unpleasant odors
  • Contains no chlorine or silicone

A Lubricant Suited for a Wide Range of Machining Operations

MicroTrace™ 5500 can be used in a wide range of machining and cutting applications using MQL

  • CNC Lathe
  • CNC Mill
  • CNC Router
  • Drilling
  • Milling
  • Tapping
  • Broaching
  • Turning
  • Bandsaw
  • Pneumatic ADU
  • Electric ADU
  • Robotic Machining
  • Circular Saw

Features

Advanced Vanishing Lubricant

Virtually dry. Leaves no oily residue.

Lifetime Pump Warranty

Unist pumps are warrantied for life when used exclusively with Unist lubricants

Available Sizes

8 oz

Best for trying MicroTrace™ 5500

1 US gallon

The most common size, available

5 gallon pail

Fill multiple system reservoirs as needed

55 gallon drum

For applications requiring a larger volume of lubricant.

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications MicroTrace™ 5500
Odor Characteristic
Appearance Clear Colorless
Solubility (H20) Insoluble
Flash point > 142 °F (61 °C)
Melting/freezing point < -94 °F (-70 °C)
Hazard statement H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Precautionary statements ▪ P301 + P310 En cas d'ingestion : Appeler immédiatement un médecin ou un centre antipoison
▪ P331 Do NOT induce vomiting
▪ P405 Store locked up
▪ P501 Dispose of contents/container following state and federal regulations
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