Overview: The document titled 'Product Innovations Edition 2015-1' by Walter focuses on new performance drivers for machining productivity, specifically in turning, drilling, threading, and milling. It highlights Walter's commitment to enhancing machining processes and customer service through innovative tools and solutions.
Engineering Kompetenz: Walter emphasizes a shift from focusing solely on product manufacturing to enhancing machining processes and practices. This involves providing precision tools, individual consultation, and targeted services to improve performance, process reliability, and productivity.
Tool Innovations in Turning: The document introduces Walter's precision cooling technology for turning tools, which enhances tool life and cutting speed. Key features include direct coolant supply, flexible square-shank coolant connection, and dual cooling via rake and flank faces. Benefits include increased tool life by 30-150% and improved chip breaking.
VDI Adaptors: Walter's A2120-P and A2121-P adaptors offer direct coolant supply and universal application for precision-cooled shank tools. They are designed for use with star and disc turrets, providing robust clamping and high coolant pressures up to 80 bar.
Tiger·tec® Silver Coating: The document details the PVD-coated Tiger·tec® Silver cutting materials (WSM10S, WSM20S, WSM30S) which offer maximum toughness and wear resistance. The coating reduces thermal stress and friction, enhancing tool life and performance in machining stainless steels and high-temperature alloys.
Geometries for Chip Control: Walter introduces custom-designed geometries (FM4, MM4, RM4) for perfect chip control in various machining operations. These geometries are tailored for finishing, universal applications, and roughing operations, providing excellent chip breaking and cost reduction through longer tool life.
Heavy Duty Geometry: The RP7 geometry is introduced for heavy-duty applications, offering maximum process reliability and cost reduction through double-sided indexable inserts and Tiger·tec® Silver technology.
Conclusion: Walter's 2015 innovations focus on enhancing machining productivity through advanced tool designs, precision cooling, and cutting-edge coatings. These innovations aim to provide significant improvements in tool life, cutting speed, and overall machining efficiency.
Specifications: The document introduces the RP7 range with basic shapes such as CNMG, SNMG, TNMG, and WNMG, and grades including WPP10S, WPP20S, and WPP30S. The Tiger·tec® Silver coating technology is emphasized for its longer tool life and improved process reliability.
Procedures and Applications: The document details the application of these tools in heavy roughing and machining of large-scale parts. It specifies the primary application parameters: feed rate (f) of 0.50–1.10 mm and depth of cut (ap) of 2.0–12.0 mm.
Grooving Systems: The Walter Cut SX system is introduced for parting off and slitting, featuring a new self-clamping system for maximum tool life and user-friendly clamping for quick insert replacement. The system supports a range of grooving widths and cutting depths.
Cutting Material Grades: The document lists various Tiger·tec® Silver grades for different materials, including PVD grades (WSM23S, WSM33S, WSM43S) for steel and stainless steels, and a CVD grade (WKP23S) for steel and cast iron.
Benefits and Innovations: Key benefits include increased tool life, reduced inventory costs, and enhanced productivity through precision cooling and robust tool design. The document also highlights the flexibility and efficiency of the new grooving modules and adaptors for various machine interfaces.
Ordering Information: Ordering details are provided throughout the document, with specific page references for different products and components.
Overview of Walter Multiply Reconditioning Service: Walter Multiply offers a reconditioning service that restores tools to a 'like new' condition, ensuring 100% performance. This process includes grinding and final coating, extending the tool's service life with each reconditioning.
Tools Eligible for Reconditioning: Solid carbide drills, XD drills, solid
carbide milling cutters, solid carbide and HSS step drills and special tools, high-performance HSS Cobalt drills and milling cutters.
Benefits of Reconditioning: Restoration of original geometry and coating, certified reconditioning centers, stable production processes due to consistent tool life.
Reconditioning Process: Pack tools in the provided red transport box, arrange collection with a phone call, regrinding by experts to high standards, recoat for full performance, receive tools with original quality.
Cost Efficiency: Regrinding and recoating are cost-effective, reducing tool costs by 50% compared to purchasing new tools.
Ordering Information: The document provides a detailed designation key for ordering solid carbide and HSS cutting materials, including specifications for drilling depth, cutting diameter, substrate application range, coating, and tool type.
Product Range: The document lists various solid carbide drilling and reaming tools, specifying dimensions and applications for each tool type.
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and ordering information for solid carbide drilling and reaming tools, specifically focusing on the Supreme DC170 and Perform DC150 series. These tools are designed for precision drilling with coolant-through capabilities.
Specifications: The document lists various tool designations with corresponding dimensions in both metric and imperial units. Key parameters include diameter (Dc), length (Lc, l1, l2, l5), and shank diameter (d1). The tools are categorized by their specific applications and machining conditions, with grades such as WJ30EJ and WJ30TA indicating material and performance characteristics.
Ordering Information: Examples are provided for ordering tools in specific grades, such as DC170-05-03.000A1-WJ30EJ and DC150-08-03.000A1-WJ30TA. The document highlights new additions to the product range, emphasizing the versatility and adaptability of these tools for various machining tasks.
Applications: The tools are suitable for a range of materials and conditions, with performance ratings categorized as good, average, or poor based on specific machining scenarios. The document includes a matrix indicating the best tool for different applications, ensuring users select the appropriate tool for their needs.
Key Features: The Supreme DC170 series is noted for its high-performance drilling capabilities, while the Perform DC150 series offers reliable performance under various conditions. Both series feature a 140° point angle and are designed for optimal chip evacuation and tool life.
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and technical information on solid carbide drilling and reaming tools, specifically focusing on the Supreme DB133 product line. It includes ordering examples, tool designations, and technical data for various machining conditions.
Specifications: The document lists various tool designations with corresponding dimensions such as diameter (Dc), length (Lc, l1, l2, l5), and shank type (DIN 6535 HA). The tools are categorized by their diameter in both metric and inch measurements.
Ordering Information: Examples are provided for ordering tools in different grades, such as WJ30EL and WJ30ER, indicating the specific tool designation format required for each grade.
Applications: The document outlines primary and other applications for the tools, indicating their suitability for different machining conditions (good, average, poor). It highlights the best tools for specific conditions.
Technical Data: Detailed tables provide cutting data for various materials, including non-alloyed steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum alloys, and more. The tables specify cutting speeds (vc), feed rates (VRR), and other parameters for different material groups and machining conditions.
Material Groups: The document categorizes materials into groups such as P (non-alloyed steel), M (stainless steel), K (cast iron), N (aluminum alloys), S (heat-resistant alloys), and H (hardened steel). Each group includes specific machining data and recommendations.
Drilling Depth and Product Lines: Information on drilling depths (3×Dc to 20×Dc) and corresponding product families (DC170, DB133, DC150) is provided, along with details on cooling methods (internal and external coolant) and cutting materials (WJ30EJ, WJ30EL, etc.).
Machining Recommendations: The document includes recommendations for wet and dry machining, specifying the appropriate cutting data for each method. It also provides guidance on selecting cutting data from the Walter GPS system for dry machining.
Overview: The document provides detailed information on Walter Prototyp's solid carbide tapered ball-nose end mills, specifically designed for the energy industry. These tools are versatile, offering a range of specifications to suit various applications, particularly in machining turbine blades, impellers, and blisks.
Specifications:- Radius R: 0.5–10 mm
- Variable inclination angles: 3°, 8°, 30°
- 2–4 cutting edges
- Options for chip breaker/knurling profile
- Shank types: DIN 6535 HA, HB, HE
- Materials and coatings are tailored to specific applications
Benefits:- High performance and long tool life
- Excellent surface finish quality
- Quick design and delivery
- Cost-effective with a good price-performance ratio
Applications:- Suitable for roughing, semi-finishing, and finish-machining
- Optimized for ISO P, M, S, and N material groups
- Ideal for energy, aerospace, and general mechanical engineering industries
Tool Designation Key: The document includes a detailed designation key for identifying tool specifications, including substrate, application range, wear resistance, coating, and more.
Product Range: The document lists various models of solid carbide milling tools, including their dimensions and specifications, such as diameter, length, and shank type, with examples of ordering codes for specific grades.
Overview: The document provides detailed information on Walter's milling tools, focusing on the new designs and features of their indexable inserts and milling cutters. It highlights the innovations in geometry identification, tool specifications, and the benefits of using these tools in various machining applications.
Specifications and Features:- Indexable Inserts: The inserts come in rhombic and square shapes with a new flank face design for easy geometry identification. They feature multiple cutting edges and are available in different grades and geometries for various machining conditions.
- Tools: The document describes several milling tools, including face mills, shoulder mills, slot drill milling cutters, T-slot milling cutters, chamfer cutters, and heavy-duty cutters. Each tool is designed for specific applications and comes with features like modular interfaces, internal coolant systems, and various diameter ranges.
Applications: The tools are suitable for machining a wide range of materials, including steel, cast iron, stainless steels, and difficult-to-cut materials. They are used in applications such as face milling, shoulder milling, slot milling, chamfering, and creating T-slots.
Benefits:- Cost Efficiency: The universal use of system inserts reduces procurement and inventory costs. The tools are designed for high feed rates and low power requirements, contributing to overall cost savings.
- Environmental Considerations: The production process is CO2-compensated, and the tools are designed to require minimal resources.
- Performance: The tools offer high machining volumes and process reliability, even on low-performance machines, due to their positive cutting edge geometries and stable insert designs.
Technical Data: The document includes detailed cutting data for various tools, comparing previous models with the new designs to highlight improvements in tool life and machining efficiency.
Conclusion: Walter's new milling tools and indexable inserts offer significant advancements in machining efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. The document provides comprehensive information on the specifications, applications, and benefits of these tools, making it a valuable resource for professionals in the machining industry.
Overview: The document provides detailed information on Walter milling tools, focusing on their specifications, benefits, and applications. It highlights various milling cutters and indexable inserts, emphasizing their efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
1. Rotor Hub Roughing:- Features high cost efficiency with maximum machining volume and low cutting material costs due to four cutting edges per insert.
- Ensures high process reliability with stable, tangential indexable inserts and an emergency cutting function.
- Powered by Tiger·tec® Silver with CVD and PVD-coated grades for steel and cast iron machining.
- Cutting data includes a cutting speed (vc) of 200 m/min and feed per tooth (fz) of 0.30 mm.
2. Shoulder Milling:- Walter Sky·tec M2131 is designed for HSC milling in the aircraft industry, with a maximum cutting depth of 15-20 mm and diameter range of 25-80 mm.
- Offers high radial runout accuracy and long tool life with low build-up on the cutting edge.
- Applications include machining non-ferrous metals and structural components in aircraft construction.
3. Walter BLAXX Shoulder Mill:- Features tangential milling cutters with four-edged indexable inserts, offering high feed rates and precise 90° angles.
- Suitable for shoulder and face milling across various materials, including steel, cast iron, and aluminium.
- Benefits include maximum process reliability and cost efficiency with four cutting edges per insert.
4. Slot Milling Cutters:- Walter BLAXX F5055 slitting cutter is designed for parting off and slitting with high radial and axial runout accuracy.
- Features a user-friendly indexable insert self-clamping system and is powered by Tiger·tec® Silver.
- Applications span across automotive, aerospace, and general mechanical engineering industries.
5. Cutting Materials:- Walter Tiger·tec® Silver WSM45X offers extreme hardness and high temperature resistance, suitable for machining stainless steels and difficult-to-cut materials.
- Provides high process reliability and productivity with a unique Al2O3 coating.
6. Designation Key:- Details the coding system for Walter milling cutters, including tool group, generation, tool type, and adaptor type.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and information on milling cutters with indexable inserts, focusing on various models, their dimensions, and applications. It includes data on tool designations, dimensions, types, and the number of indexable inserts.
Specifications: The document lists multiple milling cutter models, each with specific dimensions such as diameter (Dc), shank diameter (d1), length (l4, l1), and cutting length (Lc). The number of indexable inserts (Z) and their types are also specified. The cutters are categorized by their shank type, either ScrewFit or according to DIN standards.
Materials and Coatings: The document mentions different carbide types used for the inserts, including coated carbide (HC), uncoated carbide (HW), and uncoated fine-grained carbide (HF). These materials are crucial for determining the cutter's application and performance.
Applications and Recommendations: The milling cutters are suitable for various applications, with recommendations based on the stability of the machine, workpiece, and clamping arrangement. The document categorizes applications as primary or other, indicating the suitability of each cutter for specific tasks.
Assembly and Accessories: Information on assembly parts, clamping screws, and accessories like torque screwdrivers and interchangeable blades is provided. The document specifies the tightening torque for different clamping screws and lists compatible accessories for each cutter type.
Indexable Inserts: Detailed specifications for indexable inserts are included, with designations, radii (r), and widths (b). The document outlines the compatibility of inserts with different materials and applications, highlighting new additions to the product range.
Key Features: The document emphasizes features such as the number of cutting edges per insert and the angle of the cutters (90°). It also notes new additions to the product range, indicating advancements or updates in the cutter designs.
Conclusion: This technical document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and utilizing milling cutters with indexable inserts, providing essential specifications, material information, and application recommendations to ensure optimal performance in various machining tasks.
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of various tool adaptors and their components, focusing on precision, ease of use, and compatibility with different machining operations.
Tool Features:- High radial runout accuracy and vibration-damping, especially for milling operations.
- Quick tool change capability without peripheral equipment.
- Precise tool length adjustment and clamping against an adjustable stop.
Adaptor Sleeves:- Hydraulic expansion clamping diameters: 12, 20, 32 mm.
- Clamping diameters range from 3–18 mm and 25 mm using adaptor sleeves.
- Available in two variants.
Adaptors:- Walter CAT V steep taper adaptors ensure precision from spindle to cutting edge.
- Features include maximum taper accuracy, tight tolerances, and high precision.
Interface:- Compatible with spindle versions CAT-V40 and CAT-V50.
- Available in different lengths.
Tools:- Various versions available for different machining operations like turning, milling, drilling, and threading.
- Suitable for both indexable inserts and solid tools.
Benefits:- Easy tool changing without jamming due to no self-locking.
- Shorter clamping times due to low clamping travel.
- High torsional rigidity due to short distance between cutting edge and spindle bearing.
Specific Adaptors:- ER Collet Chuck AB009: For clamping tools with a parallel shank in collets according to DIN 6499, available in CAT-V40 and CAT-V50 taper versions.
- Weldon Shank Adaptor AB044: For clamping tools with a parallel shank and lateral clamping flat, available in CAT-V40 and CAT-V50 taper versions.
- Shell End Mill Arbor AA001: For milling cutters with bore adaptors and cross keyway, available in CAT-V40 and CAT-V50 taper versions.
Designation Keys:- Detailed designation keys for rotating and stationary adaptors, specifying tool group, type, generation, machine-side adaptor type, tool-side adaptor type, and length.
Tables and Charts:- Comprehensive tables listing tool designations, dimensions, and specifications for various adaptors and components.
- Includes information on hydraulic expansion chucks, VDI adaptors, and grooving adaptors.
Additional Information:- Ordering information and additional resources are available in the Walter General Catalogue and Supplementary Catalogue.
- New additions to the product range are highlighted throughout the document.
Specifications:
The document details the specifications for parting blades with precision cooling, highlighting a maximum recommended coolant pressure of 80 bar (1160 psi). It introduces a new addition to the product range, specifically grooving adaptors and Doosan adaptors for parting blades.
Assembly Parts:
The assembly parts for Type DO include various components such as wedges, eccentric pins, parallel pins, screws, nozzles, O-rings, and wrenches. Each component is listed with its specific type and standard, such as ISO8735 and ISO4762.
Alphanumeric Index:
An extensive alphanumeric index is provided, listing various designations and their corresponding page numbers. This index serves as a reference for locating specific products and components within the document.
Global Presence:
The document outlines Walter's worldwide presence, listing offices and subsidiaries across Europe, Asia Pacific, North America, and South America. This includes locations in Germany, Hungary, Austria, Romania, Slovenia, Russia, Slovakia, Turkey, Great Britain, Italy, France, Spain, Sweden, Czech Republic, Poland, China, Singapore, Korea, India, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, USA, Mexico, Canada, Brazil, and Argentina.
Engineering Kompetenz:
Walter emphasizes its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions through its 'Engineering Kompetenz' concept. This approach focuses on enhancing machining processes and practices, offering individual consultation and advice, and providing targeted services to improve performance, process reliability, and productivity.
Product Innovations:
The document mentions new product innovations for 2015, focusing on turning, drilling, threading, and milling. These innovations aim to drive machining productivity and performance.