Way Oils & Lubricants for Industrial Applications
Val-Lube way oil is engineered to protect and optimize the performance of industrial machine tools operating under heavy loads and slow speeds. Designed for slide ways and guide systems, our lubricants reduce friction, eliminate chatter, and help maintain machining accuracy across demanding applications.
Manufacturers rely on consistent lubrication to prevent premature wear, costly downtime, and dimensional inaccuracies. Val-Lube way oils combine advanced friction modifiers with anti-wear technology to deliver smooth motion and long-lasting protection—even in environments exposed to coolant contamination and high mechanical stress.
Available Sizes
Val-Lube way lubricants are offered in flexible packaging options:
- 5-gallon pails
- 55-gallon drums
- 275-gallon totes
Advanced Additive Technology
Val-Lube way oils incorporate proprietary additives that enhance adhesion and lubrication performance, allowing the oil to remain firmly attached to moving surfaces.
Features & Benefits
- Eliminates stick-slip friction problems
- Extreme-pressure (EP) and anti-wear protection
- Rust and corrosion resistance
- Safe for ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Excellent coolant separability
- Strong fluid film for reduced wear
These properties help maintain machine accuracy while lowering maintenance costs and downtime.
Available Grades
Val-Lube way oils are available in multiple viscosity grades to match machine requirements:
- Val-Lube Way 32
- Val-Lube Way 68
- Val-Lube Way 150
- Val-Lube Way 220
Properties
| Way Oil 32 | Way Oil 68 | Way Oil 220 | |
| Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt | 34 | 69 | 234 |
| Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt | 5.7 | 8.9 | 20.4 |
| Precipitation Number | 35 | 65 | 60 |
| Acid No., ASTM D974 | 0.28 | 0.28 | 0.28 |
| Viscosity Index | 108 | 103 | 97 |
| Flash Point, °C | 226 | 242 | 260 |
| Pour Point, °C | -33 | -33 | -18 |
| Specific Gravity @ 60°F | 0.874 | 0.879 | 0.893 |
| Copper Corrosion | 1b | 1b | 1b |
| Cincinnati Milacron Stick – Slip | 0.77 | 0.77 | 0.77 |
Built for Compatibility with Modern Machining Fluids
Valcool’s sales and field application engineers provide hands-on technical support to ensure your lubrication strategy matches your materials, tooling, and machining processes. Contact our team today to speak with a lubrication specialist.
Applications & Usage
Our way lubricant solutions are specifically designed for use in:
- Planers and shapers
- Grinders and milling machines
Horizontal boring machines - Jig borers and lathes
Drilling and tapping machines - Slides and machine tool ways
- Bearings, chains, and lightly loaded gear systems
Val-Lube products are fully approved for use in Cincinnati Milacron machining centers, meeting strict performance standards for industrial machining environments.
Health & Safety
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available directly from Valcool, LLC or authorized distributors. All raw materials used in Val-Lube products are selected to meet strict safety standards and are not listed as carcinogenic by IARC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Unlike general-purpose lubricants, way oil contains friction modifiers and tackifiers that allow it to adhere to vertical and heavily loaded surfaces. A high-quality way lubricant also separates cleanly from metalworking fluids and provides protection against wear, corrosion, and vibration-related chatter.
Stick-slip occurs when machine components alternate between sticking and suddenly slipping during slow movement, causing vibration and poor surface finishes. Way lube reduces this problem by maintaining a consistent lubricating film that allows smooth, controlled motion under heavy loads
Yes. High-quality way lubricants are formulated to separate efficiently from water-based and synthetic metalworking fluids. Proper separation prevents coolant contamination, maintains lubrication effectiveness, and reduces maintenance issues
Lubrication intervals depend on machine usage, operating conditions, and manufacturer guidelines. Many modern machines use automatic lubrication systems that deliver small amounts of way oil continuously to maintain consistent protection.
Yes. Proper way lubrication reduces friction, minimizes wear on sliding surfaces, and protects against corrosion. Over time, this helps preserve machine accuracy, reduce maintenance costs, and extend the overall equipment lifespan.
Quality way lubricants are non-corrosive and safe for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, making them suitable for a wide range of machining applications and materials.
Similar ValCOOL® Products
Ready to Get Started?
Talk to Our Hands-On Experts
Give us a call or fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. *marks required fields