Mechanical Solutions Catalog - January 2012
Mechanical Solutions Catalog - January 2012
WALTER Surface Technologies is dedicated to enhancing customer success by offering high-quality products and solutions. Their catalog emphasizes superior performance and cost-efficiency, reflecting their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
- Cutting Wheels: These deliver 40% more cuts than competitors, providing the best cost-per-cut advantage.
- Grinding and Cutting: Designed for efficiency, safety, and longevity, featuring reinforced safety and cooling agents to prevent burns.
WALTER focuses on innovation in abrasives for metal removal and surface finishing, with products like the Enduro-Flex flap disc maximizing material usage. Their thin cut-off wheels are noted for being the fastest and longest-lasting in the market.
Safety is a top priority, with free in-plant safety seminars offered. Products comply with safety regulations, ensuring operator safety and comfort.
- Abrasives: Includes cutting, grinding, blending, sanding, and finishing products tailored for specific applications.
- Power Tools: Features tools like the Line Mate III drum sander and Big Buff III polisher/sander.
- Accessories: Offers a range of adaptors, mandrels, and other accessories to complement their abrasive products.
WALTER provides detailed safety tips for using abrasives and power tools, emphasizing proper storage, handling, and usage to prevent accidents and ensure optimal performance.
WALTER Surface Technologies guarantees satisfaction with their products, promising efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Their catalog is a comprehensive guide to their offerings, designed to meet the diverse needs of their customers.
The document lists various types of grinding wheels, including depressed center grinding wheels, cup wheels, and mounted points. Each type is described with its diameter, thickness, arbor size, order number, grit, maximum RPM, standard package, and carton size. The wheels are designed for different applications, such as cutting, grinding, and finishing on materials like steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and concrete.
The document highlights the Spin-On quick mounting system, enhancing productivity by allowing fast and easy wheel changeovers. It emphasizes the importance of balanced wheels for operator comfort and safety, and the use of high-quality grain, bond, and reinforcement materials.
The grinding wheels are categorized based on performance levels, such as high performance (HP), extreme performance (HP XX), and premium performance. Each category is tailored for specific applications, offering benefits like fast material removal, long wheel life, and minimal vibration. The document recommends using specific wheels for tasks like heavy-duty grinding, cutting, and light grinding, ensuring maximum safety and efficiency.
The document includes information on reducer bushings and mounting accessories, such as silicone rings and clamping flange holders, which facilitate the use and storage of grinding wheels.
The tables provide detailed specifications for each type of grinding wheel, including dimensions, grit, and maximum RPM, which are crucial for selecting the appropriate wheel for specific tasks.
WALTER's grinding wheels are engineered for high performance and safety, offering solutions for various metalworking applications. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting the right grinding wheel based on specific needs and applications.
- Blending Solutions: Enduro-Flex flap discs and Flexcut flexible grinding wheels are highlighted for their efficiency in blending welds and finishing surfaces. They offer cost savings and high performance in metal fabrication.
- Enduro-Flex Flap Discs: These discs combine grinding and sanding into a one-step operation, providing a smooth finish and reducing the need for multiple tools.
- Flexcut Flexible Grinding Wheels: Known for their superior handling on curved surfaces, these wheels are versatile and suitable for maintenance applications.
- Enduro-Flex TURBO™: Offers fast removal rates and a finish equivalent to a finer grit, with a cooling design for longer disc life.
- Eco-Trim Backing: Made from sustainable materials, this backing can be trimmed for higher productivity and safety.
- Coated Abrasives: These include sanding discs with Cyclone™ technology, designed for high productivity and effective surface finishing.
- Use the appropriate product based on the material and desired finish.
- Follow optimal RPM guidelines for best performance and longevity of the tools.
- Consider environmental and safety benefits when choosing products with Eco-Trim backing.
These discs are designed for efficient material removal and consistent surface finish. They include cooling agents to prevent burning and distortion. The discs are available in various diameters and grit sizes, and are preformed to fit precisely on backing pads for maximum contact with the workpiece.
These discs are suitable for general sanding, light weld removal, and surface cleaning. They feature a premium blend of aluminum oxide grain for high removal rates and cool cutting.
Designed for tough weld removal and grinding applications, these discs use "Blue" zirconium abrasive grain for faster material removal and have a high-strength heat-resistant bond for extended disc life.
Turbo Action Backing Pads are made from high-quality impact-resistant plastic with excellent heat dissipation. They are available in standard and soft versions for different applications.
These wheels are made from high-quality abrasive cloth and are ideal for blending, shaping, and deburring. They provide a consistent satin finish and are available in various sizes and grits.
These wheels combine two finishing steps into one, offering fast material removal and a uniform satin finish. They are excellent for final weld blending and graining.
COOLCUT™ cloth abrasives are made from aluminum oxide grain bonded to a cotton cloth backing. They are suitable for general purpose sanding, light removal, and deburring.
BLENDEX™ rolls and pads are flexible and reusable, ideal for sanding, deburring, and surface cleaning. They replace steel wool without rusting or splintering.
These abrasives are made from high-density non-woven synthetic webbing and are effective for removing paint, coatings, rust, and similar applications.
The LINE-MATE III system is designed for linear scratch patterns and offers a complete range of abrasives for various finishing applications. It includes a high-efficiency motor and gear drive for power and endurance, with adjustable spindle speeds for consistent finishes.
These abrasives are available in different diameters, widths, and grit levels, suitable for various metals like stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and copper. They are designed to create or restore line finishes, remove scratches, paint, rust, and scale efficiently.
These are designed for efficient metal surface finishing, available in specific diameters and grit levels, ensuring a consistent finish.
Ideal for graining and light metal removal, these drums combine two finishing steps into one, providing a satin line finish while resisting loading and glazing.
Used for enhancing and brightening existing finishes, these drums are effective in removing stains and bringing out a new luster in metal surfaces.
The document describes the Quick-Step and Twist Metal Finishing Systems, which offer a versatile range of abrasives for grinding and finishing. These systems are designed to enhance quality, save time, and reduce the need for rework.
These are essential components of the Quick-Step system, providing flexibility and strength for various finishing tasks.
Available in coarse, medium, fine, and super fine grades, these discs are used for heavy-duty applications, cleaning, and producing fine scratch patterns.
This technology is used for deburring, cleaning, blending, and finishing metals and other materials, offering long-lasting performance and superb finishes.
The document highlights the importance of selecting the right abrasive tools and systems for specific metal finishing tasks, emphasizing the benefits of using high-quality products to achieve superior finishes efficiently.
Catalog excerpts
HIGH PRODUCTIVITY MECHANICAL SOLUTIONS Surface Technologies
Open the catalog to page 1
WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES THERE'S GOOD, THERE'S BETTER, AND THERE'S... At WALTER Surface Technologies, our purpose is to contribute to our customers' success by helping them work better. We strive to provide you with "ONLY THE BEST" in product excellence and quality, as well as in the solutions, service and technical support we offer. In this catalog, you will discover that our products are "ONLY THE BEST" in terms of quality and performance saving you time and money! As an example, here are some of our customers' favorites! 40% More cuts than any competitive wheel… GUARANTEED! • Delivers the...
Open the catalog to page 2
• Consistent surface nish, disc after disc. • Cooling agents to prevent burns and distortion. SEE PAGE 40 Fastest Removal Rate on the Market! WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES Removes more material in less time! • Removes faster than a 36 Grit and nishes like a 60 Grit. • Keeps the work piece cooler for longer disc life. SEE PAGE 34 Thin, fast and safe cutting and grinding! • Cutting and deburring with just one wheel. • Reinforced for extra safety. SEE PAGE 14 3
Open the catalog to page 3
WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES AT WORK INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY, SAFETY At WALTER Surface Technologies, we contribute to our customers' success by helping them work better. INNOVATION We offer innovative abrasives for use on portable power tools for all your metal removal and surface nishing needs. Our tooling and power tool lines are also manufactured with the latest innovation in mind. EFFICIENCY WALTER has been a leader in efciency and sustainability for years. Our thin cut-off wheels are the fastest and longest-cutting on the market. Enduro-Flex is a trimmable ap disc that...
Open the catalog to page 4
COME SHARE THE PASSION AT Surface Technologies Visit www.walter.com/videos valuable resources that you can view and take advantage • Video Testimonials • Safety Advice • Tips & Hints STAY CONNECTED: staying connected. To be the first to learn about new products, great promotions and the latest innovation from WALTER, connect with us!
Open the catalog to page 5
WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES ABRASIVES BY TRADEMARK CUTTING (TYPE 1) grinding wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 with with with with with with die grinders . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17 circular saws . . . . . . . . . . 13, 18 angle grinders . . . . . 13-14, 17-18 power saws . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20 chop saws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 stationary machines . . . . . . . . 22 grinding wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 ™ GRINDING & CUTTING (type 27 & 28) for steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-27 for stainless. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28 for aluminum . . . . . . ....
Open the catalog to page 6
BY CATEGORY CARBIDE BURRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-73 About Walter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Abrasive Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Label Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-22 Grinding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-32 Blending . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-38 Sanding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Open the catalog to page 7
ABRASIVES WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES 8 GETS YOU FIRST TO THE FINISH! Day after day, WALTER abrasives are on the job grinding down welds, preparing weld edges, deburring, cutting sheets and pipes, etc. They are the wheels preferred by most operators because they combine fast material removal with long operating life - to help keep your costs down, to allow you to do more work in less time. They are made according to the strictest manufacturing methods. Grain, bond and reinforcement are of the highest quality to ensure maximum operator comfort and safety. We offer a complete range of job-matched...
Open the catalog to page 8
Materials Working Angle 90o Red for steel 90o 90o 90o 90o 90o FULL POWER The only permitted angle for cutting wheels is 90° to the material. (Type 1 (EN 41) – flat) 90o LOW POWER Blue for stainless steels and nickel based alloys 90o Type 27 / (EN 42) – depressed centered) Green for aluminum and non-ferrous metals 90o/20o Type 27 combo (cutting and grinding) wheels ideal angle is 90° or 20° Black for plastic 20o Grey for concrete and ductile Type 27 grinding ideal angle varies from 15° to 30° 5o Type 28 ideal angle is lower than 10° Type 29 ideal angle is 10° 10o WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES WALTER...
Open the catalog to page 9
WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES SAFETY FIRST Tips on the safe & most effective use of abrasives & power tools* Here is a refresher on some common sense safety precautions when working with abrasives and portable power tools: • Disconnect the power tool prior to changing abrasives. • Inspect the abrasive product for any sign of damage. Do not use if damaged. • Check MAX RPM on abrasive and check the spindle speed of the tool. Never run an abrasive faster than its MAX RPM (or M.R.S. = Maximum Rated Speed). • Mounting: Use only approved mounting hardware for the abrasive at hand. Above all, the clamping...
Open the catalog to page 10
Each wheel is designed for use on a specic power tool to give the optimal cutting speed/wheel life ratio. Continuous research and development ensure that every wheel has the highest quality grain, high tensile resin bond and berglass reinforcements for the most advanced abrasive cutting wheels available today. The new generation of cut-off wheels features integrated rib design and exclusive Spin-On mounting system ensures that you will get the job done faster and at the lowest cost. WALTER SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES Cut after cut, WALTER cut-off wheels deliver the most reliable performance. Whether...
Open the catalog to page 11
CUTTING THE BEST HIGH PERFORMANCE CUT-OFF WHEEL ON THE MARKET! AND HERE'S WHY: Having set the standard in our industry, our ZIP WHEEL along with our family of cut-off wheels which include the ZIP, ZIP +, ZIP ALU, COMBO ZIP and ZIP Stainless, ensure that you will get the job done faster and at the lowest cost. Rest assured that when you choose a WALTER cut-off wheel you are guaranteed maximum productivity, operator comfort and safety! Precise and Easy Cutting Fast Cutting Cool Cutting Action Reinforced Rib Design Most cuts per wheel in the industry Safest wheel you can buy Exclusive Packaging...
Open the catalog to page 12All WALTER catalogs and technical brochures
Steel grinding wheels1 Page
Blending Selection Guide1 Page
SLAP SHOT2 Pages
AF-PL2 Pages
FLEXSTEEL2 Pages
FLEXCUT MILL SCALE2 Pages
ERGOFLEX2 Pages
Power Brushes6 Pages
Grinding Solutions12 Pages
COOLCUT XX2 Pages
COMBO ZIP2 Pages
BLENDEX U4 Pages
Archived catalogs
Aerosol Filling System2 Pages
Surfox Weld Cleaning System3 Pages
Flexible Grinding Wheel3 Pages
Cutting3 Pages
Annular Cutters2 Pages
- Milling tool
- Solid milling cutter
- Steel milling cutter
- Clamping milling cutter
- Milling cutter with cylindrical shank
- Surface treatment brush
- Washing brush
- Sanding disc
- Metal brush
- Circular brush
- Surface treatment wheel
- Cut-off disc
- Metal cutting disc
- Metal abrasive disc
- Deburring brush
- Cylindrical grinding wheel
- Finishing flap disc
- Finishing abrasive disc