Walter has developed the Groov·tec™ GD G5011 grooving tool body that accepts patent-pending, double-edged GD26 cutting inserts with a double serration clamping profile for positively secure locking in the insert seat, increasing the stability and process reliability. The positive fit effectively absorbs lateral forces during longitudinal and copy turning. A raised center serration prevents incorrect installation.
Compared to conventional systems with double serrations, the Groov·tec GD G5011 grooving system provides significantly more stability and process reliability. In addition to longitudinal and copy turning, the tool is suitable for a variety of applications, including radial grooving, recess turning (groove turning), offset grooving, chamfering, parting off with an inclined edge cutting insert and parting off with a straight cutting insert.
The geometries CE4, CF5, CF6, are for parting off and grooving; UA4, UD4, and UF4 for parting, grooving, and groove turning; and RD4 and RF8 for operations using the full radius.
Inserts are available for grooving widths of 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0 mm. Indexable insert clamping can be operated from both sides. For optimum tool stability, there are two grooving depths of 12 and 21mm. The corresponding tool holder shank sizes are 0.625 inches, 0.750 inches, and 1 inch as well as 16x16mm, 20x20mm, and 25x25mm.
The new serration profile and precise coolant delivery to the tool/workpiece interface enables increased cutting parameters, and the tool can be used with or without cooling. Precision cooling on the rake and clearance surfaces is provided at a pressure up to 2,176 psi (150 bar) ensuring significantly higher tool life and reliable chip evacuation.
Thanks to the wear-resistant Tiger·tec® Gold grades, end users can maximize productivity and service life. Four PVD grades are available for machining steel, stainless steel, and super alloy materials: WSM13G, WSM23G, WSM33G, and WSM43G. In addition, three CVD grades are available for machining steel and cast iron: WKP13G, WKP23G, and WKP33G.
Walter, a global leader in the metalworking industry for more than 100 years, offers a wide range of precision tools for milling, turning, drilling, and threading applications.
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