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Metal Fabricating Glossary

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lubricant

noun

Definitions

A material applied to dies, molds, plungers, or workpieces that promotes the flow of metal, reduces friction and wear, and aids in the release of the finished part.

External Resources

Wikipedia: lubricant

Internal Resources

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If you have any comments or questions about the glossary, please contact Dan Davis, editor-in-chief of The Fabricator.