Phenolic - Speeds & Feeds???

[Tim Johnson]

3 hours ago, Zbuilder said:

The dust isn't the only issue. I think the CE & LE phenolics are made with and release when cut....  "Includes, but is not limited to, phenol-formaldehyde, phenol-furfural and resorcinol-formaldehyde."

source... https://www.epa.gov/stationary-sources-air-pollution/manufacture-aminophenolic-resins-national-emission-standards

My nose burns when the a lot of parts are being cut on the saw. Inhaling too much of it makes my nostrils burn. Ventilation is required. When parts get to CNC milling & turning, not a problem because we use synthetic coolants. Don't use oil based on phenolics or it with get absorbed into the material by the fibers. Not good for insulating materials. CE & LE also come in the color black, by added graphite. Makes it more abrasive.

 

We farm that crap out nowadays. If you want people to start using up their vacation time, put them on the phenolic running machine!