Coolant for DIY bandsaw coolant system?

[Jon K]

I am using a pond pump, stainless pan, and bendy tubes for a coolant system. I want to pick up some coolant to test this bad boy out but I don't really know where I can get it without buying in bulk.

What coolant and where should I get it? Thanks!

 

[Old Iron]

I would use water soluble for a band saw, But I think you'll have to buy a gallon try enco.

Paul

 

[swatson144]

I got mine from my local grainger so no shipping cost.

Steve

 

[Gary Max]

I bought a 5 gallon pail from Enco-----the trick is get free shipping.

 

[llarson]

The stuff called "water pump lube" sold in auto parts and some big box stores is the same [or very close to the same] soluble oil, in a smaller container. I've used it mixed 40 to 1, works well.