{"id":641,"date":"2026-09-16T15:23:25","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T14:23:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/?p=0-coshh-ambersil-tufcut-metal-cutting-compound"},"modified":"2026-09-16T15:23:25","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T14:23:25","slug":"coshh-ambersil-tufcut-metal-cutting-compound","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/coshh\/641\/coshh-ambersil-tufcut-metal-cutting-compound\/","title":{"rendered":"COSHH &#8211; Ambersil &#8211; Tufcut Metal Cutting Compound"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This cutting compound provides lubrication for drilling and other cutting operations. Use sparingly, a little goes a long way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pay particular attention to the hazards and PPE requirements listed below as this material may cause hard to breastfed babies.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"hpb-block-front\"><h2 class=\"hpb-heading\">Required PPE<\/h2><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/ppe-safety-glasses.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"PPE required: Safety Glasses\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">Safety Glasses<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">You must wear safety glasses when working with this cutting lubricant.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/ppe-gloves.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"PPE required: Gloves\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">Gloves may be required<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">You should wear nitrile gloves when working with this cutting lubricant except when working around rotating machinery. Use application tools such as a brush and wash your hands when you have finished work.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"hpb-block-front\"><h2 class=\"hpb-heading\">Hazards<\/h2><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/carcinogen.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"Carcinogen hazard pictogram\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">May cause harm to breastfed babies<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">Pregnant and breast-feeding women must not use this cutting lubricant. Ask a technician to find an alternative.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/general.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"General hazard pictogram\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">Keep out of reach of children<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">A general hazard is present. Follow site-specific safety instructions and signage.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/environment.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"Environment hazard pictogram\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">Very toxic to aquatic organisms<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Prevent release into the environment.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/environment.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"Environment hazard pictogram\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness and cracking<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">Reduce exposure by using application tools such as a small brush. Wear gloves when safe to do so and wash your hands with soap and water after use.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hpb-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/makeinsalford.com\/wiki\/wp-content\/plugins\/hazard-ppe-pictogram-block-v1.7.4\/assets\/pictograms\/general.png\" class=\"hpb-icon\" alt=\"General hazard pictogram\" \/><div class=\"hpb-text\"><div class=\"hpb-title\">Use in a well ventilated area<\/div><div class=\"hpb-desc\">May produce smoke during cutting.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Usage Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a small acid\/flux brush to apply to the work area and the cutting tool. You don&#8217;t need an excessive amount &#8211; large globs will fly off and go everywhere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Re-apply regularly during drilling operations to maintain effectiveness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you have finished remove the bulk of the remaining lubricant with a paper towel, and degrease as required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This cutting compound provides lubrication for drilling and other cutting operations. Use sparingly, a little goes a long way. Pay particular attention to the hazards and PPE requirements listed below as this material may cause hard to breastfed babies. 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