Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel - 1 Gallon

Works good.

It’s an oil that meets the “three Bs” (Good, Nice, Almost Cheap).It cools high-carbon steel well.Since simple steels like 1084, 1095, 26C3, W1, W2, etc. (carbon steels) must be quenched in less than one second to fully transform into martensite, achieving 100% martensite ensures the steel reaches its full potential.The only difference between Park 50 and water or brine is that it doesn’t create as much internal stress in the steel, which helps prevent cracking and warping.It produces high hardness in the pieces.I used files to test HRC after quenching.I sanded the steel beforehand to remove decarburization and measured 62-64 HRC on the steels mentioned.Like any industrial oil, it is toxic, so avoid using it in enclosed spaces.

I've been using MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel for a few months now, and I'm very impressed with the results. I've been able to achieve much higher hardness in my steel than I ever could with water quenching, and the oil has also helped to prevent cracking and distortion. The oil is also very easy to use, and it doesn't require any special equipment. I would highly recommend MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil to anyone who is looking for a high-quality quenching oil.Here are some of the pros of MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil:Produces high hardness in steelPrevents cracking and distortionEasy to useDoes not require any special equipmentMade in the USAHere are some of the cons of MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil:Can be a bit expensiveMay not be suitable for all types of steelOverall, I highly recommend MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil to anyone who is looking for a high-quality quenching oil. It's easy to use, produces great results, and is made in the USA.

Price was reasonable, delivery time was acceptable and the product was as advertised.

Does exactly what it is supposed to do. It does smoke alot and has a not so great smell. Make sure to wash your blades with soap and water before you temper them or the left over oil residue will heat too much and blue your steel. Once i figured that out i was pulling 60-65 hrc easily on 80crv2 and 1095.

Great for quenching hardened hot me

Works as expected

If you're wanting a water fast quench...parks 50 is going to be hard to beat. Great stuff. Makes my job easier.