Metal Forming Lubricants

Metal Forming Lubricants

Precision Forming.
Longer Tool Life.
Eliminate Residues.

Generic forming fluids cause more problems than they solve—sludge, rework, and tool wear. Circle-Prosco’s DL-Series is different. Designed for stamping, drawing, and tube expansion and with your total process in mind, these fluids keep your parts clean and your line moving.

Fluids Made for the
Realities of Your Plant Floor

Form better parts, faster

High-lubricity, hydrolytically stable fluids built for consistent stamping and forming.

Cut cleanup and rework

Non-staining, low-residue formulas that rinse clean and reduce downtime.

Support your full process

Compatible with brazing, welding, filtration, and thermal degreasing.

No mixing. No residue. No surprises.


Ready-to-use, clean-running fluids that protect parts and tools.

Backed by Circle-Prosco's Solution Squad

Hands-on support from selection to trial, and beyond.

Explore DL-Series Forming Fluids

Circle-Prosco’s DL-Series lubricants are used in stamping, drawing, and forming operations across a range of industries—from HVAC to automotive to general metal fabrication.

Each product in the lineup is optimized for real-world manufacturing challenges, from tool longevity to residue control to brazing compatibility. Explore the product details below to find the best fit for your process—or reach out and we’ll help you.

DL-485 A –Light to Medium-Duty

Clean, non-staining draw lube for aluminum and copper fin stamping and precision honing.


Common in HVAC and automotive heat exchanger manufacturing.

Residue-free lubricant for ferrous and nonferrous metals. Great for forming aluminum heat exchanger components.

Versatile, hydrolytically stable fluid for fin stamping, tube expansion, and general forming.

Premium-grade fluid for high-precision forming. Offers excellent part finish, low odor, and tool protection.

Optimized for aluminum stamping and forming. Easily removed by thermal, solvent, or aqueous cleaning.

Widely used in HVAC and automotive aluminum forming.

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Not Sure Which Product Is Right?

Let’s talk about your forming process, part geometry, and cleanup requirements—and we’ll match the right product to your needs.