New Shoulder Milling Cutter Available in Diameters of 0.5 to 6.0 in.

Press Release Summary:

• Xtra·tec® XT M5130 is designed for high productivity and optimum stability, resulting in high process reliability
• Handles a wide array of machining operations including face milling, shoulder milling, ramping, pocket milling and circular interpolation operations
• Features two pitches for different applications and a stable cross section due to the modified installation position of indexable inserts

Original Press Release:

New Xtra•tec® XT M5130 Shoulder Milling Cutter from Walter Handles a Wide Array of Operations and Materials

New shoulder milling cutter boosts productivity enhances reliability and cost efficiency.

Waukesha, WI – Walter has introduced the Xtra·tec® XT M5130 Shoulder Milling Cutter, a new universal tool that has been engineered for high productivity and optimum stability, resulting in superior process reliability. It handles a wide array of machining operations including face milling, shoulder milling, ramping, pocket milling, and circular interpolation operations. The mill is best suited to machining steel, stainless steel, cast iron, non-ferrous material and materials with difficult cutting properties.

This wide range of uses results in lower tooling and administrative costs, as does the fact that its 90° approach angle dramatically decreases the need for finishing operations. Walter Tiger·tec® cutting tool materials, the high number of teeth, and small indexable inserts also makes it ideal for workpieces with small machining allowances.

The Xtra·tec® XT M5130 Shoulder Milling Cutter features two pitches for different applications, and a stable cross section due to the modified installation position of the indexable inserts. Available in diameters of

0.5-6.0 in. (10-160 mm), and geometries F55, G55/G65, K55 and M85/K85, the Xtra·tec® XT M5130 is ideal for the energy industry, die and moldmaking, as well as general metalworking.

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

For Further Editorial Information Contact:
Kurt Ludeking, Director of Marketing
kurt.ludeking@walter-tools.com