FORGING LUBRICANTS

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Fochem International’s GRAPHITEX CR 9 and GRAPHITEX CR 21 AL are high-performance, water-based graphite lubricants tailored for forging applications, delivering superior lubrication and die protection. GRAPHITEX CR 9, designed for steel forging, contains fine graphite particles that form a uniform, solid lubricant film on tooling surfaces, reducing metal-to-metal contact. This enhances metal flow, minimizes friction, and extends die service life in both general and high-load operations. Available as a liquid concentrate (30% solid content) or granular pellets (88% solid content), it ensures easy dilution and consistent surface quality. GRAPHITEX CR 21 AL is formulated for hot forging of aluminium and non-ferrous heavy metals like copper alloys. It provides effective lubrication, reliable release, and enhanced die protection under thermal stress, improving metal flow and reducing tool wear. Both products are eco-friendly, supporting efficient production and high-quality forged components for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. Fochem’s innovative solutions optimize forging processes, ensuring durability and precision in global markets.

STEEL:

WATER BASED:

Graphitex 118K

Graphitex® 118 K is a semi-colloidal graphite dispersion for hot forging and extrusion that has proven effective for decades. Graphitex® 118 K is especially suitable for forging of deep cavity crank shafts and axles, where strong expulsion is required.

Very good release- and wetting properties over a wide range of temperatures, good metal flow, as well as its instant die wetting ability, are the reasons, why this release agent is not only consistent in its performance, but also ensures a production of forged parts of highest quality and performance.

After spraying, a uniform lubricating release film is formed on the die surface, which for a short period of time, withstands temperatures exceeding 1200°C, and effectively protects the die surface from erosion.

GRAPHITEX CR 9

GRAPHITEX CR 9 is a water-based graphite lubricant designed for steel forging applications.

It contains fine graphite particles, which form a uniform, solid lubricant film on tooling surfaces. This film helps reduce metal-to-metal contact during the forging process.

GRAPHITEX CR 9 improves metal flow, reduce friction, and support extended die service life. It is suitable for both general and high-load steel forging operations.

GRAPHITEX CR 9 is available in two forms:

Liquid concentrate with approximately 30% solid content
Granular pellet form with approximately 88% solid content

Both forms are designed for easy dilution and application, contributing to efficient production and consistent surface quality in forged components.

GRAPHITEX 231

Graphitex® 231 Powder is a non-graphited forging lubricant. It can be dissolved in water. This product has been created with the aim of saving on shipping, freight, packaging, storage, etc.
After this product has been dissolved with the recommended amount of water, usingthe FOCHEM Dissolver, the original Graphitex® 231, which is a 25 % water dispersion, is produced.

OIL BASED:

R E X A L S 99

Rexal® S99 is a concentrated oil-based die- and tool lubricant which contains a synergistic blend of high purity graphite’s, anti-wear additives and surface-active compounds.
Rexal® S99 is formulated for precision forging- and extrusion operations on presses in the temperature range 500° C to 1200° C, and is particularly suitable for deep cavity steel forgings and hollow tubes, e.g. pressure bottles, sliding bushes, ammunition shells, steel
tubes etc

Aluminium:

Water based:

GRAPHITEX CR 21 AL

GRAPHITEX CR 21 AL is a high-performance, water-based graphite lubricant.

Created for the hot forging of aluminium and aluminium alloys. The formulation is also suitable for forging non-ferrous heavy metals like copper alloys.

GRAPHITEX CR 21 AL provides effective lubrication, reliable release, and enhanced die protection under thermal stress. improving metal flow, reducing tool wear, and ensuring high-quality forged components.

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