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Rolling Oils

Discover how high-quality Mobil rolling oil ensures precise metalworking, guaranteeing excellent surface quality when cold rolling aluminum, steel, and copper.

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  • Precise Processing

    Optimal friction control

  • High Quality

    Excellent surface finish

  • Efficient Process

    Maximize productivity

  • Long Lifespan

    Protection of rolls and tools

Challenges in Metalworking

Does your rolling process meet your expectations?

Metal rolling requires precise control of many parameters. Incorrect rolling oil may lead to surface defects, accelerated wear of rolls, and production downtime.

Five Critical Issues in Rolling Process

Metal Sticking

Metal Sticking

Lack of adequate lubrication causes metal to stick to the rolls. Surface defects of the workpiece require additional processing or lead to rejections.

Overheating of Rolls

Overheating of Rolls

Inefficient cooling during rolling results in thermal distortions. Product dimensional instability and accelerated tool wear increase costs.

Deposits and Contaminations

Deposits and Contaminations

Oil degradation forms deposits that block the filtration system. Contaminants worsen surface quality and require frequent cleaner roll maintenance.

Material Corrosion

Material Corrosion

Lack of corrosion protection leads to oxidation of the rolled metal. The issue is particularly noticeable when cold rolling steel and copper alloys.

Annealing Stains

Annealing Stains

Improper rolling oils leave stains after annealing. Additional degreasing increases time and production costs.

We Select Optimal Oil for Your Type of Processing

  • Aluminum Rolling Oils

    Specialist lubricants for aluminum rolling mills, including food-grade foil. They ensure clean annealing without stains, precise friction control, and compliance with FDA requirements for food contact.

  • Steel Rolling Oils

    Advanced formulations for cold rolling steel and stainless steel. Excellent cooling and lubricating properties minimize roll wear with high thickness reductions.

  • Copper Rolling Oils

    Special oils without sulfur additives for copper and its alloys. They prevent the formation of copper soaps, ensuring clean surfaces and process stability in multi-roll mills.

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How Do We Solve Your Problems?

Problem
Our Solution
  • Sticking to rolls
    Precisely selected additives improving lubrication ensure optimal friction control
  • High temperatures
    Low-viscosity oils with excellent cooling properties dissipate heat
  • Deposit formation
    High oxidative stability minimizes degradation and deposits
  • Metal corrosion
    Corrosion inhibitors protect both the processed metal and rolling mill components
  • Annealing stains
    Special composition allows for clean annealing without the need for degreasing
  • Short oil lifespan
    Advanced additives extend the operational period of oil in the system

Benefits for Your Production

  • Increased Product Quality

    Mobil rolling oil provides excellent metal surface quality. Minimizing defects and rejections increases production efficiency.

  • Reduction of Processing Costs

    Long oil life and roll protection reduce operating costs. Fewer downtimes for maintenance and oil changes.

  • Production Flexibility

    Ability to customize oil properties through an additive system. Optimization for different metals and rolling conditions.

  • Compliance with Standards

    Products meeting FDA requirements for food packaging. Safety when rolling aluminum foil for food contact.

  • Process Stability

    Consistent oil properties ensure production repeatability. Easy filterability maintains the cleanliness of the oil system.

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Where to Use Rolling Oils?

Our rolling oils are used in various metalworking processes, providing optimal efficiency and quality.

  • Aluminum Rolling

    Production of aluminum sheets and foil requires precise process control. Cold rolling oils for aluminum ensure proper annealing properties and surface finish.

  • Steel Rolling

    Steel mills use high-lubricity oils. Both carbon and stainless steel require corrosion protection during the rolling process.

  • Copper and Alloy Rolling

    Four- and six-high copper mills need special oils. Absence of sulfur additives prevents chemical reactions with the metal.

  • Food Foil Production

    Rolling of food packaging foil demands FDA-compliant oils. Special formulations ensure product safety and purity.

  • Precision Sheet Metalworking

    Rolling of precision sheets for the electronics and automotive industries. Oils ensure dimensional accuracy and surface smoothness.

  • Multi-stage Rolling Systems

    Complex rolling lines require oil with stable properties. A filtration and additive dosing system optimizes performance.

We Will Help Optimize Your Rolling Process

Our experts will advise on the selection of oils and additives for a specific type of metal and type of rolling mill.

Three Steps to Success

  • Process Analysis

    Evaluation of rolling conditions and requirements

  • Solution Selection

    Recommendation of oil or additive system

  • Continuous Optimization

    Monitoring and formulation adjustment

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Oils for aluminum must allow for clean annealing and often meet FDA standards. Oils for steel focus on high lubricity and corrosion protection during substantial reductions.

  • Some base oils are universal, but optimal results require additive adjustments. A concentrate system allows flexible adaptation to different metals.

  • It depends on usage intensity and the filtration system. Regular oil analyses allow determining the optimal moment for replacement or supplementing additives.

  • Oils compliant with FDA 21 CFR 178.3910(a) can be used in the production of aluminum foil for food contact. They ensure safety without affecting the quality of packaged products.

  • Additive concentrates allow adjusting oil properties to current needs. It is possible to modify lubricity and antioxidant properties without replacing the entire oil.

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Visit our guide where you’ll find detailed articles, tips, and case studies.

Optimize Your Rolling Process

Choose Mobil’s specialist rolling oils for the highest quality metal processing. Our products and technical support will help maximize efficiency while maintaining perfect surface quality. Contact us today!