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Aluminium Tools – extend your possibilities

Aluminium Tools – extend your possibilities
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Aluminium Tools – extend your possibilities

Product catalog summary
Overview
This document provides a comprehensive overview of Walter's machining tools specifically designed for NF-Metal, with a focus on aluminium. It includes a detailed catalogue of tools for turning, drilling, threading, and milling, highlighting the latest advancements and product offerings.
Specifications and Highlights
The document outlines various tools and their specifications, such as the HIPIMS PVD WNN10 grade for excellent surface quality and dimensional accuracy, GX PCD grooving inserts for efficient grooving in aluminium and titanium alloys, and the Walter BLAXX slitting cutter F5055 for reliable cutting and slitting in aluminium.
Tool Descriptions
Each tool is described in detail, including its application, benefits, and technical specifications. For example, the DC166 solid carbide drill is noted for its superior productivity in aluminium alloys, featuring polished grooves for reliable chip removal and a high feed rate for maximum productivity.
Applications and Benefits
The tools are designed for various applications across industries such as automotive, aerospace, and general mechanical engineering. The document emphasizes benefits like high process reliability, long tool life, and the ability to perform multiple operations with a single tool to increase productivity.
Technical Data and Performance
Technical data such as cutting speeds, feed rates, and tool life comparisons are provided to demonstrate the performance advantages of Walter's tools. Application examples, such as the use of the DC166 drill in machining cylinder heads, showcase significant improvements in productivity and efficiency.
Conclusion
Walter's range of tools for NF-Metal machining offers advanced solutions for enhancing machining processes, focusing on high performance, reliability, and efficiency. The document serves as a valuable resource for selecting appropriate tools for specific machining tasks.
Introduction to Walter Xpress
Walter Xpress is a tool solution designed to optimize machining processes by combining multiple operations into a single tool, reducing the need for separate tools for drilling and chamfering, thus streamlining the process and saving costs.
Key Features and Benefits
  • Efficiency and Cost Savings: Walter Xpress offers fast, efficient, and custom-designed tools that can lead to significant savings compared to traditional machining strategies.
  • Reduced Tool Inventory: With delivery times as short as two to three weeks, Walter Xpress helps maintain low tool inventories and reduces capital tied up in tools.
  • Enhanced Productivity: The time saved by using Walter Xpress can be redirected to core areas of expertise, increasing overall productivity.
Application and Industry Suitability
Walter Xpress tools are specifically designed for non-ferrous metals, particularly aluminum, and are suitable for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and general engineering. The tools are specialized for roughing, finishing, universal, and 5-axis machining.
Tool Specifications
  • Standardized Geometries: The tools feature standardized geometries for consistent performance.
  • Short Delivery Times: Tools are delivered within 2-3 weeks, ensuring quick availability.
  • High Productivity: Customized tools are tailored to specific applications, maximizing productivity.
Tool Range Overview
The document provides a detailed overview of various tools and their specifications, including:
  • Roughing and Finishing Tools: Tools like MB265 and MB266 are designed for roughing and finishing with internal coolant capabilities.
  • Specialized Tools: Tools such as Al30 and Al35 are designed for specific operations like thin wall machining and finishing thin bottom pockets.
Indexable Inserts and Materials
The document includes a comprehensive list of indexable inserts and cutting tool materials, categorized by ISO standards for turning operations. It details the application range, coating types, and wear resistance for various materials.
Conclusion
Walter Xpress provides a streamlined, efficient solution for machining operations, offering customized tools that enhance productivity and reduce costs. Its application across various industries makes it a versatile choice for modern machining needs.
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_WALTER PRODUCT-HIGHLIGHTS Aluminium Tools – extend your possibilities

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Aluminium – Standard Program Catalogue – Turning, Drilling, Threading, Milling Highlights NF-Metal ISO N HIPIMS PVD WNN10 GX PCD Grooving – WDN10 PCD Special Tools DC165 / DC166 Special Tools DC166 Special tool Ramping-Cutter M2131 Ramping-Cutter M2331 Walter BLAXX slitting cutter F5055 PCD Standard Tools Walter Xpress Xpress Cutting – Overview A1 – Turning ISO-turning18 Grooving and parting off – cutting inserts 19 B1 – Holemaking Drilling from solid Boring and precision boring B3 – Threading HSS-E (-PM) tapping C1 – Milling Solid carbide milling tools 58 Brazed milling tools 59 Milling tools...

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Positive basic shape Carbide Wear resistance Positive basic shape PCD 0,1 1 DP = Polycrystalline diamond (PCD) 2 HC = Coated carbide (PVD – HIPIMS) 3 HW = Uncoated carbide Circumference fully ground Walter Indexable Turning PCD- ISO STANDARD INSERTS – WDN10 Tolerance – All PCD- inserts are ground in ISO G-Tolerance Edge preparation – F Version – 6-8 μm edge sharpness PCD-Substrate – polycrystalline medium grain size diamond 6-10 µm – universal application in ISO N und ISO O material Large range of application – 0° rake angle – 7-10° rake angle – Chip breaker geometry – Full-edge tipped Walter...

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Perfect performance thanks to the new HIPIMS grade FN2 – Positive indexable inserts for finishing ISO N: – Finishing insert with circumference fully ground – For low cutting forces – Polished rake face – For long, small-diameter shafts with a tendency to vibrate Main cutting edge MN2 – Positive indexable inserts for medium machining of ISO N: – Can be used universally for non-ferrous metal – Sharp cutting edge with circumference fully ground – Polished rake face – Precision finishing on steel and stainless materials Main cutting edge Primary application – Finishing and roughing of: ISO N alloys...

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Efficient grooving in aluminium and titanium alloys – Straight and full-radius grooving inserts – Efficient, laser-generated chip formation for reliable grooving – Insert widths from 2–8 mm – Parting off, grooving and recessing – Areas of use: Aerospace industry, medical engineering, automotive industry – Threaded aluminium joints, parting off, rim-base machining on aluminium wheels – Parting off titanium bone screws Reduced burr and pip formation – F1 geometry for grooving and parting F1 geometry – very good chip constriction – M1 geometry for grooving and copy turning M1 geometry – for copy...

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_WALTER SPECIAL TOOLS Walter PCD – Special tools for every application Walter PCD – Special Tools THE TOOL – ools with steel body T – Tools with solid carbide body – Monobloc tools – Step tools and combination tools with high complexity – Tool length up to 444 mm depending on adaption – Maximum cutting diameter Dc up to Ø 300 mm (SC body up to Ø 25 mm) Chip breakers for long chipping materials The example shows a PCD combination tool D4140 with Drill insert and long PCD cutting edges (46 mm) including a chip breaking geometry for better chip control. Chip splitters are mainly used with wide cutting...

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_WALTER XPRESS THE TOOL DC165 – Solid Carbide Drill – Straight fluted – Internal Coolant Supply – Polished chipflutes and polished clearance angle – Point angle 120° to 140° or Form E – Diameter range 3 to 20 mm – Stepdrills up to 3 Steps – Length up to 8 x Dc – NHC coating available THE APPLICATION – ISO material Group N – Suitable for emulsion – Areas of use: Automotive industries, general mechanical engineering, energy industries, medical, aerospace industries Point Angle 120-140° or Form E clearance angle Polished flutes for secure chip evacuation only for length ≤ L 8 Dc Shank according...

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_DC166 SOLID CARBIDE DRILL Superior productivity in all types of aluminium alloys – DC166 solid carbide high-performance drill with internal coolant – Dia. 4–20 mm drilling depth up to 30 × Dc – Step drill with up to three steps – Uncoated or NHC-Tip-coated, polished flutes and face – Special tools in line with customer’s requirements – ISO material group N – Cast aluminium and wrought alloys – Can be used with emulsion or MQL – Areas of use: Automotive industry, general mechanical engineering, components with large batch sizes – Deep-hole drilling up to 30 × Dc APPLICATION EXAMPLE Cylinder head...

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Walter M2131 ramping cutter: Benchmark for aluminium wrought alloy in the aircraft industry – 90° ramping cutter for HSC milling – Maximum cutting depth 15 mm or 20 mm – Diameter 25–80 mm or 1–3" – High level of radial runout accuracy – Finely balanced basic body – With different interfaces such as HSK, ScrewFit, parallel shank or bore adaption – For machining non-ferrous metals (ISO N) such as aluminium wrought alloys or aluminium lithium alloys – Machining of structural components in aircraft construction – Rough milling and semi-finishing of pockets with high chip volume THE INDEXABLE INSERTS...

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DETAIL OF THE RAKE FACE Extremely smooth surface of the WNN15 grade Walter ISO N indexable insert Type: ZDGT Material: Tool: Insert: Cutting material: Cooling medium: Cutting data: Previously Tool life comparison [min.]

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Machine specialist for wrought aluminium alloys – M2331 90° ramping milling cutter for HSC milling – Maximum depth of cut 15 mm or 20 mm – Dia. 32–50 mm or 1.5–2" – High concentricity – Finely balanced basic body With different interfaces such as HSK for Makino machines, ScrewFit or bore adaption – Extremely high speeds are possible – Non-ferrous metals (ISO N) such as wrought aluminium alloys or aluminium-lithium alloys – Machining of structural components in aircraft construction – Rough milling and semi-finishing of pockets with high chip volume – Can be used at extremely high speeds (e.g....

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