Walter has introduced a new milling grade, the PVD-coated Tiger·tec® Gold WSM36G. WSM36G has an aluminum titanium nitride (AlTiN) coating that features excellent layer bonding, which is topped with a gold-colored zirconium nitride (ZrN) coating layer for the best wear detection. As the ZrN coating wears, it reveals the violet bronze color of the AlTiN coating. The Walter WSM36G grade increases tool life by 50% compared to an existing grade.
The layer thickness of the coatings are optimized to provide optimal coverage of the insert’s sharp cutting edges. The WSM36G grade features a smooth surface layer with the perfect balance between toughness and wear resistance.
The Tiger·tec® Gold grade WSM36G is ideal for machining materials made from titanium alloys (ISO S material group). The grade is also suitable for milling nickel-based superalloys and stainless steel (ISO S and M material groups). The targeted areas of use include the aerospace and energy industries, mold and die making, and general mechanical engineering.
The new grade is specifically for the P3204 inserts used in the Walter Xtra·tec® XT M5460 profile milling cutter for precise copying and finishing. The P3204 exchangeable insert features a fully ground circumference allowing the Xtra·tec® XT M5460 profile milling cutter to benefit end users by enabling maximum process reliability because of the strong cutting edges, the finest surface finish quality due to smooth tool coatings and the ability to optimally remove chips, and maximum cost-efficiency because the cutter can run at a high cutting speed.
The cutting diameter (Dc) for the Xtra.tec XT M5460 profile milling tool is offered from 8 to 32 mm, or 3/8″ to 1.0″ and is available with ScrewFit adaptation, a cylindrical-modular interface or a cylindrical shank.
About Walter
A global leader in the metalworking industry for over 100 years, the company offers a wide range of precision tools for milling, turning, drilling and threading applications. The company helps customers in the aviation and aerospace industries, automotive, energy, and general metalworking industry improve process reliability and increase productivity. As an innovative partner capable of creating digital process solutions for optimal efficiency, Walter is pioneering Industry 4.0 throughout the machining industry. With Regional Headquarters in Greer, SC, Walter markets its competence brands Walter, Walter Titex, Walter Prototyp and Walter Multiply through a network of channel partners and field engineers across the USA, Canada, Mexico and Brazil.
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