Dykem
Dykem 80496 Steel Red Layout Fluid 8 oz
Red layout fluid marks metal surfaces for precise machining and inspection
- Red layout fluid marks metal clearly for precise scribing
- 8 oz bottle supplies enough fluid for multiple layout jobs
- Dykem 80496 formulation resists washing off during machining operations
- Fast-drying formula reduces wait time before marking or cutting
- Prop 65 listed — contains chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm
Purpose and user
Dykem 80496 Steel Red is a red layout fluid supplied in an 8 oz bottle for marking metal surfaces before machining or inspection. Machinists, toolmakers and maintenance technicians use it to scribe precise lines that remain visible during cutting operations.
Suitability
The fluid suits workshops that need a high-contrast coating on steel, cast iron or other ferrous parts for layout work. It is not intended for buyers who want a permanent marking ink, a corrosion inhibitor or a cutting fluid, and it does not replace dedicated paint markers or etching solutions.
Build integration
Apply the fluid directly to clean, dry metal with a brush or dauber; it dries quickly to a thin, non-flaking film that resists coolant wash-off. The coating frees the operator from re-marking during multi-step machining and wipes off with solvent when the job is complete.
Highlights
- Red layout fluid marks metal clearly for precise scribing
- 8 oz bottle supplies enough fluid for multiple layout jobs
- Dykem 80496 formulation resists washing off during machining operations
- Fast-drying formula reduces wait time before marking or cutting
- Prop 65 listed — contains chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What surface preparation is needed before applying Dykem 80496 Steel Red layout fluid?
Clean the metal thoroughly to remove oil, grease or coolant residue so the fluid adheres evenly and dries to a consistent red film.
Can I use this layout fluid on aluminium or brass parts in the same job?
Yes, it works on ferrous and non-ferrous metals alike; the red coating provides clear contrast for scribe lines on aluminium, brass or steel.
How do I know the fluid has dried properly before I start marking?
The surface turns a uniform, non-tacky red; when a light touch leaves no colour on your fingertip it is ready for layout work.
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