Novel application of multitubular nozzle in through-feed centerless grinding process of bearing steel SAE 52100

Abstract Through-feed centerless grinding is a high-productivity machining process widely used for mass production of cylindrical parts and rotationally symmetrical parts in automotive and bearing industries. Grinding process is strictly related to large amount of heat generated in the cutting zone. This process characteristic makes pivotal and indispensable the effects of lubrication and cooling provided by metal working fluid (MWF). In this regard, this work aims to contribute to the study of MWF application in grinding process, analyzing the effects of the optimized technique developed for an eco-friendlier use of MWF by the application of a novel multitubular nozzle. The results obtained for the novel designed multitubular nozzle with compressed air outperformed the conventional nozzle system with lower oil volume employed.