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penetrating oil

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penetrating oil [′pen·ə‚trād·iŋ ‚ȯil]
(materials)
Low-viscosity oil that can penetrate between closely fitted parts, such as the leaves of springs and screw threads; used to loosen rusted parts.


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If the screw has become rusted or corroded, apply some type of penetrating oil, let it stand for a few moments, and then try to loosen it again.
Rapeseed Oil is lubricating oil used as industrial penetrating oil and was never intended for human consumption.
Silikroil high solvency penetrating oils are engineered to loosen frozen metal parts and provide silicone-enhanced lubrication to keep the parts moving.
 
 
 
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