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product_id: 301165354
title: "Mr Volcano Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel - 1 Gallon"
brand: "mr volcano"
price: "$184.54"
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reviews_count: 8
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# 7-9s Nickel Ball fast quench 50-120°F ready-to-use range Made in USA, premium quality Mr Volcano Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel - 1 Gallon

**Brand:** mr volcano
**Price:** $184.54
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Master the art of heat treating with precision and ease!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Mr Volcano Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel - 1 Gallon by mr volcano
- **How much does it cost?** $184.54 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- mr volcano enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mr volcano brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Room Temp Ready:** Operates efficiently between 50-120°F without preheating—just agitate and go
- • **Precision Fast Quench:** Delivers water-like initial cooling for peak hardness in 7-9 seconds
- • **Consistent Pro Results:** Formulated for repeatable, clean quenching cycles with low drag-out
- • **Thermal Stress Control:** Slows cooling in martensite range to minimize cracking and distortion
- • **Trusted by Knife Makers:** Optimized for high-carbon steels like 1095/1084/1080, ensuring superior blade performance

## Overview

Mr Volcano Parks 50 Quench Oil is a professional-grade, fast quenching oil engineered for shallow-hardening high-carbon steels. It offers water-like initial cooling to achieve high hardness in steels such as 1095 and 1084, while slowing cooling in critical phases to reduce cracking and distortion. Ready to use at room temperature (50-120°F), it delivers consistent, repeatable results favored by knife makers and small shops. Packaged in a 1-gallon jug and proudly made in the USA, it’s the go-to choice for reliable, high-performance heat treating.

## Description

Get fast, reliable hardness without water-quench risks. Parks 50 is a professional fast quench oil engineered for shallow-hardening, high-carbon steels (e.g., 1095/1084/1080, W1/W2). It cools like water early in the quench, then slows through the martensite phase to minimize cracking and warping—exactly what small shops and knifemakers need for repeatable heat-treat results.Why makers upgrade to Parks 50 (Common workarounds vs. the fix):Water/Brine – Very fast but harsh; promotes cracking/warp from thermal shock and vapor-jacket issues. Parks 50 provides comparable early-stage speed with a controlled cooling curve that reduces stress and distortion.Vegetable oils (e.g., canola/peanut) – Medium/slower oils with variable performance by brand, age, and temperature; can miss peak hardness in shallow-hardening steels. Parks 50 is a true fast oil (Nickel Ball ~7–9 s) designed to hit the nose quickly for steels like 1095/1084.Used motor/ATF/hydraulic "mystery" oils – Unpredictable cooling curves; smoky and inconsistent from batch to batch. Parks 50 is purpose-formulated for heat treating so you get consistent quench speed and cleaner results.Generic medium-speed quench oils – Fine for deeper-hardening alloys, but often too slow for 10xx/W-series. Parks 50 sits in the fast-oil class specifically used to maximize hardness in these steels.Polymer quenchants – Effective in controlled industrial setups but require precise mixing and bath management. Parks 50 is simple, ready to use in the recommended 50–120°F range.Technical specifics makers care aboutNickel Ball time: 7–9 seconds @ ~100°F (fast oil class)Recommended bath range: 50–120°FFlash point: >275°FViscosity @ 100°F: >5.8 cStDesigned to reduce vapor blanket; noted for low drag-outCompatibility: Optimized for simple high-carbon steels (10xx family, especially 1095/1084/1080) and W-series (W1/W2). For air-hardening stainless and high-alloy tool steels, follow the steel maker’s recommended quench (often plate or air).Use & Care: Use a properly sized quench tank and agitate the oil. Keep parts fully submerged until below flaming temperature. Do not overheat the bath; keep ≤120°F for spec speed and safety.Safety: Handle like any industrial quench oil. Review the Safety Data Sheet and use PPE and ventilation. Hazards include aspiration if swallowed and eye/respiratory irritation—store away from ignition sources.

Review: Quenching oil - Great product!
Review: Great quenching oil. - I've been using MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel for a few months now, and I'm very impressed with the results. I've been able to achieve much higher hardness in my steel than I ever could with water quenching, and the oil has also helped to prevent cracking and distortion. The oil is also very easy to use, and it doesn't require any special equipment. I would highly recommend MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil to anyone who is looking for a high-quality quenching oil. Here are some of the pros of MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil: Produces high hardness in steel Prevents cracking and distortion Easy to use Does not require any special equipment Made in the USA Here are some of the cons of MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil: Can be a bit expensive May not be suitable for all types of steel Overall, I highly recommend MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil to anyone who is looking for a high-quality quenching oil. It's easy to use, produces great results, and is made in the USA.

## Features

- Fast, controlled quench for shallow‑hardening steels – Delivers water‑like cooling at the start of the quench, then slows in the martensite range to reduce cracking and distortion—ideal for simple high‑carbon steels.
- Rated 7–9 seconds on the Nickel Ball test (at ~100°F), placing it firmly in the “fast oil” category used by knife makers seeking high hardness in 1095/1084/1080 and similar steels.
- Ready to use at shop temps – Works in a 50–120°F bath range; many makers run Parks 50 at room temperature to hit spec without preheating (agitate your bath and avoid exceeding 120°F)
- Consistent, repeatable results – Formulated for fast initial cooling with reduced vapor blanket and low drag‑out for cleaner parts and predictable hardening cycle
- 1 Gallon jug - Made in USA

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08XQXQS73 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #35,916 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #56 in Power Tool Lubricants |
| Brand | MR VOLCANO |
| Brand Name | MR VOLCANO |
| Container Type | Jug |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 266 Reviews |
| Flash Point | 275 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Item Form | Oil |
| Liquid Volume | 1 Gallons |
| Lower Temperature Rating | 50 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Material | Oil |
| Package Information | Jug |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Industrial, Mechanical |
| Specific Uses For Product | Heat Treating Steel, Knife Steel |
| UPC | 638126405135 |
| Unit Count | 128.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Upper Temperature Rating | 120 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Viscosity | 5w-30 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MR VOLCANO
- **Package Information:** Jug
- **Liquid Volume:** 1 Gallons
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Industrial, Mechanical
- **Viscosity:** 5w-30

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quenching oil
*by T***N on November 15, 2025*

Great product!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quenching oil.
*by B***N on April 28, 2023*

I've been using MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil for Heat Treating Steel and Knife Steel for a few months now, and I'm very impressed with the results. I've been able to achieve much higher hardness in my steel than I ever could with water quenching, and the oil has also helped to prevent cracking and distortion. The oil is also very easy to use, and it doesn't require any special equipment. I would highly recommend MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil to anyone who is looking for a high-quality quenching oil. Here are some of the pros of MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil: Produces high hardness in steel Prevents cracking and distortion Easy to use Does not require any special equipment Made in the USA Here are some of the cons of MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil: Can be a bit expensive May not be suitable for all types of steel Overall, I highly recommend MR VOLCANO Parks 50 Quench Oil to anyone who is looking for a high-quality quenching oil. It's easy to use, produces great results, and is made in the USA.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Good cooling oil, I recommend it.”
*by J***N on March 25, 2025*

It’s an oil that meets the “three Bs” (Good, Nice, Almost Cheap). It cools high-carbon steel well. Since simple steels like 1084, 1095, 26C3, W1, W2, etc. (carbon steels) must be quenched in less than one second to fully transform into martensite, achieving 100% martensite ensures the steel reaches its full potential. The only difference between Park 50 and water or brine is that it doesn’t create as much internal stress in the steel, which helps prevent cracking and warping. It produces high hardness in the pieces. I used files to test HRC after quenching. I sanded the steel beforehand to remove decarburization and measured 62-64 HRC on the steels mentioned. Like any industrial oil, it is toxic, so avoid using it in enclosed spaces.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-23*