LENOX Sawing Fluid Refractometer | 68012

Built for sawing fluid checks and coolant sump control, the LENOX 68012 Sawing Fluid Refractometer measures sawing fluid concentration so operators can confirm the water-to-fluid ratio before cutting. Maintaining the proper ratio is important because fluid that is too lean may reduce lubrication and blade protection. At the same time, fluid that is too rich can waste concentrate and affect sump performance.

To use the 68012 Refractometer, place a small amount of sawing fluid in the refractometer after calibrating it with a drop of water. A quick look through the lens shows the fluid ratio, giving saw operators, maintenance teams, and shop supervisors a practical way to monitor fluid effectiveness and support longer tool life and longer sawing fluid performance.

Type: Sawing Fluid Refractometer | Brand: LENOX | SKU / Product No.: 68012 | Application: Sawing fluid concentration measurement | Use: Water-to-sawing-fluid ratio checks

Features:

• Measures sawing fluid concentration so operators can verify the water-to-fluid ratio in the saw sump.
• Helps improve fluid effectiveness by supporting the proper mixture for cutting, lubrication, and blade protection.
• Maintaining the proper water-to-sawing fluid ratio increases tool life and ensures longer fluid performance.
• Easy to use and calibrate with a drop of water before checking the sawing fluid sample.
• A small amount of sawing fluid is placed in the refractometer, then the fluid ratio is viewed through the lens.
• Useful as part of routine coolant maintenance, saw setup, and troubleshooting when blade life or cut quality changes.

Applications:

• Production sawing: Checking coolant concentration during recurring cut jobs where consistent blade performance matters.
• Metal fabrication shops: Monitoring sawing fluid mixtures used for cutting bar stock, tubing, plate, and structural materials.
• Industrial maintenance & MRO: Verifying sump concentration after fluid top-offs, coolant changes, or machine service.
• Toolrooms & machine shops: Supporting proper saw preparation before cutting blanks, fixtures, and repair components.
• Small shop and garage sawing: Helping operators avoid guesswork when mixing and maintaining water-soluble sawing fluids.

FAQs:

• Q: What does the LENOX 68012 Sawing Fluid Refractometer measure?
  A: It measures sawing fluid concentration. This helps confirm whether the water-to-sawing-fluid ratio is within the range needed for proper fluid effectiveness.
• Q: Why is the water-to-fluid ratio important?
  A: LENOX states that maintaining the proper water-to-sawing-fluid ratio increases tool life and ensures longer fluid performance. Correct concentration helps the fluid do its job during cutting instead of relying on guesswork.
• Q: How is the refractometer used?
  A: Calibrate it with a drop of water, place a small amount of sawing fluid in the refractometer, and look through the lens to read the fluid ratio.
• Q: Is this a band saw blade gauge or tension meter?
  A: No. The 68012 is a refractometer for checking sawing fluid concentration. Blade alignment, blade tension, and band speed are checked with separate tools.
• Q: When should sawing fluid concentration be checked?
  A: Check concentration during routine sump maintenance, after adding water or concentrate, after a coolant change, and when blade life, cut finish, or cutting performance changes unexpectedly.

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