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The Invisible Battlefield of Metalworking Fluids: Synergistic Strategies for Extreme Pressure Agents and Rust Inhibitors
Metalworking fluids (MWFs) must simultaneously address extreme pressure (EP) lubrication during cutting, stamping, or grinding operations and inter-process corrosion protection. However, traditional EP additives (e.g., sulfurized compounds) often corrode metal surfaces, while rust inhibitors (e.g., carboxylic acid amines) may compromise lubricity. Bridging this conflict through synergistic optimization has become a critical focus for the industry.