CRC Trefolex Cutting Paste 500ml

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CRC Trefolex Cutting Paste (titled Trefolex Cutting Compound on CRC's data sheet) is a green, active cutting compound paste containing a colloid. CRC says it does not run off or evaporate, and that it melts slowly as frictional heat is generated to give continuous lubrication throughout low speed cutting operations.

CRC lists it for use with taps and dies, hacksaws, reamers and all hand tools, and for low speed cutting operations only. CRC says it significantly increases tool life, improves threads and gives clean cuts with no tearing on steel, aluminium, copper, brass and stainless steel.

Where this product is used

Taps and dies
Hacksaws and reamers
Pipe screwing, hacksawing, tapping and reaming (CRC page)
All hand tools
Low speed cutting operations only

Features

Active cutting compound paste containing a colloid
Melts slowly as frictional heat is generated, for continuous lubrication in low speed cutting
Does not run off or evaporate (CRC data sheet)
CRC states it significantly increases tool life and improves threads, with clean cuts and no tearing
Suitable for steel, aluminium, copper, brass and stainless steel (CRC data sheet)
Green paste, ready for immediate use (CRC data sheet)
Not classified as hazardous and not a dangerous good (SDS)

Key specifications

Specification	Detail
Product type	Active cutting compound paste containing a colloid
CRC product number	3060 (500ml), 3061 (2L)
Pack sizes	500ml and 2L
Appearance	Green paste
Type of film	Viscous oily paste (data sheet)
Dry time	Immediate use (data sheet)
Flash point	Above 200°C (SDS)
Boiling point	Above 65°C (SDS)
Solubility in water	Insoluble (SDS)
Composition (SDS)	Petroleum hydrocarbon(s) 30 to 60%; sulphur 10 to 30%; talc 10 to 30%; vegetable oils 10 to 30%; tallow under 10%
Hazard classification (SDS)	Not classified as hazardous according to Safe Work Australia criteria. No signal word, hazard or precautionary statements allocated
Dangerous goods (SDS)	Not classified as a dangerous good (ADG Code, IMDG, IATA). No UN number allocated
Warranty (data sheet)	Conditional warranty 5 years from the date of manufacture
Source	CRC Industries (Aust) technical data sheet July 2022 and safety data sheet 20/12/24 (revision 2.5); pipe screwing use and the copper and brass note from the CRC Australia product page (crcindustries.com.au)

Available sizes

Size	SKU	Note
500ml	A0088509	CRC product number 3060
2L	A0115628	CRC product number 3061

Selecting the right option

CRC's data sheet restricts this paste to hand tools and low speed cutting. For cutting, drilling and thread cutting with an aerosol oil, see CRC Trefolex CDT Cutting Oil 300g.

Using it

CRC's data sheet says the paste is strictly for use on hand tools and low speed cutting operations only. Do not use it in operations which will or may generate high temperatures.

CRC notes that the surface of copper and brass is darkened, although the metal suffers no detrimental effect.

Storage and handling

Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area, away from incompatible substances, heat or ignition sources and foodstuffs (safety data sheet).

Limits and safety

For hand tools and low speed cutting operations only. Do not use in operations which will or may generate high temperatures (CRC data sheet). Copper and brass surfaces darken. The safety data sheet classifies it as not hazardous under Safe Work Australia criteria and not a dangerous good. Read the safety data sheet before use.

Frequently asked questions

What is CRC Trefolex Cutting Paste used for?

CRC lists it for taps and dies, hacksaws, reamers and all hand tools, and for low speed cutting operations only. CRC's data sheet says not to use it in operations which will or may generate high temperatures.

Which metals is CRC Trefolex Cutting Paste suitable for?

CRC's data sheet lists steel, aluminium, copper, brass and stainless steel. CRC's page notes that copper and brass surfaces darken but the metal suffers no detrimental effect.

Is CRC Trefolex Cutting Paste classified as hazardous?

No. The safety data sheet (20/12/24, revision 2.5) says it is not classified as hazardous under Safe Work Australia criteria and is not a dangerous good.

What does CRC Trefolex Cutting Paste look like?

A green paste, according to CRC's data sheet and safety data sheet.

Does the paste run off or evaporate?

CRC's data sheet describes it as an active cutting compound paste that does not run off or evaporate.

Can it be used for high speed cutting?

CRC says low speed cutting operations only, and not in operations which will or may generate high temperatures.

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