Latest CBN Grooving Inserts are Ideal for Machining ISO-H and ISO-S Materials

Press Release Summary:

• Deliver optimum surface quality, high process reliability, and extended tool life
• Suitable for grooving operations on the toughest materials
• Suitable for higher cutting speeds (800-980 sfm) in super alloys such as Inconel-718

Original Press Release:

New Generation CBN Grooving Inserts from Walter Improve Tool Life and Surface on Difficult to Cut Materials

WBH20 and WBS10 CBN grades from Walter deliver superior process reliability, and more, in machining hard ISO H materials.

Waukesha, WI—WBH20 and WBS10, part of the latest generation of CBN insert grades from Walter, deliver optimum surface quality, high process reliability, and extended tool life in grooving operations on the toughest materials. WBH20 is a grade well suited for ISO-H Group of material such as for hard turning applications. WBS10 is well suited for ISO-S materials, specifically nickel-based (such as Inconel), iron-based (such as Udimet) or cobalt-based (such as Hayens).

WBH20, with 50% CBN content and optimized grain structure, is wear-resistant at medium cutting speed. With a T-land of 0.008 in. x 20° it was developed to enable components of hard ISO H materials up to 65 HRC, to be grooved efficiently and with low wear during either smooth or interrupted cut. Typical areas of application include the automotive and agricultural equipment industry, but also general machining and energy.

WBS10 grade was developed for aerospace materials, specifically super alloys from ISO-S materials group. Among other tasks, it excels in grooving materials such as Inconel on engine components, and in the oil, gas and energy industries, as well as general mechanical engineering.

With its light hone and medium CBN content (65%) this grade is well suited for higher cutting speeds (800-980 sfm) in super alloys such as Inconel-718. Increased production capacity from the same machine to free up machine time, and highly cost-effective operation due to low unit costs are some additional benefits of this grade.

Walter, a global leader in the metalworking industry for over 100 years, 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 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 Waukesha, WI, 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. www.walter-tools.com/us

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Kurt Ludeking, Director of Marketing
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