Walter WEP10 cermet insert offers twice the tool life of coated carbide

Walter GB has announced that its WEP10 cermet indexable insert offers two major advantages over coated carbide inserts for finish turning: double the tool life and no fluctuation in dimensional wear. The latter minimises the need for re-adjustment, such as when making modifications to the component.

Made from an extremely fine-grained substrate on a TiCN/CN base with a Ni/Co binder, the benefits are a result of the insert’s highly wear-resistant multi-layer coating, says Walter. In addition, a special edge preparation on the cermet grade produces a ‘glossy’ finished surface – at high and low cutting speeds. This premium finish is particularly desirable for customer-facing components, such as those used in car interiors.

WEP10 is suitable for stainless steel and cast iron, as well as ISO P materials, and is especially useful for finishing parts such as drive shafts and gearwheels with a continuous or slightly interrupted cut.