Just read about this the other day and I still don’t understand
1. what hydraulic fluid exactly is and what it’s for
2. why it can be so dangerous when you mess with it
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Straight up room temp unpressurized hydraulic fluid isn’t inherently more dangerous than any other industrial liquid.
The issue comes with what it’s used for. Hydraulic fluid is used in systems that use pressure (think – the brakes in your car). Normal water can’t really compress, so that’s where hydraulic fluid comes in. The fluids can get hot and when hot and pressurized, they can inject fluid under your skin. This can lead to severe tissue damage and even death.
Edit – grammar
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