CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Take advantage of the Tiger·tec Gold coating and the MU5 chipbreaker to achieve stable cutting performance and extended tool life when machining steel; order directly via Metav Werkzeuge or consult the colleagues there for application advice.

CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G indexable turning insert — Tiger·tec Gold for steel machining by Walter Tools

The CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G is an indexable turning insert designed for general turning of steel, combining a robust geometry with a coated carbide grade for reliable, repeatable performance.

• Tiger·tec Gold coated for extended life
• MU5 chipbreaker for reliable chip control
• Rhombus 80° with 1.6 mm nose radius
• Negative 0° rake for heavy cuts

Durable coating that reduces downtime and tooling costs

The insert’s Tiger·tec Gold surface engineering and WPP05G grade deliver a coated carbide construction engineered for wear resistance and a stable cutting edge. This reduces flank wear and extends tool life, lowering tooling expenditure over production cycles. For manufacturing environments where predictable tool life supports planning and throughput, the coating improves resistance to abrasive and adhesive wear mechanisms commonly encountered when machining steel (ISO P). The result is fewer tool changes and more consistent component quality.

Geometry and chip control for efficient material removal

Optimised geometry, including the Rhombus 80° form and the MU5 chipbreaker, promotes stable chip formation and evacuation during medium to heavy turning operations. The 1.6 mm nose radius balances surface finish and strength, while the 0° negative rake provides a robust cutting edge for interrupted cuts and tougher feed conditions. The chipbreaker’s function is to break and direct chips away from the cutting zone, improving process reliability and making coolant and swarf management more predictable on the shop floor.

Designed for steel applications with industrial repeatability

Classified for ISO group P (steel) and produced to tolerance class M, this insert is tailored to unalloyed and alloyed steels where heat and chip formation follow typical steel machining patterns. The insert family offers a combination of toughness and wear resistance suitable for everyday turning tasks in jobbing and production environments. If clarification is needed on compatibility with specific steels or cutting parameters, Metav Werkzeuge provides technical support and can advise on feeds, speeds and clamping to ensure safe, productive integration into existing operations. Contact details are available for further technical data: info@metav-werkzeuge.com, +49 2822 7131930.

Contact Metav Werkzeuge for application-specific advice on the Walter Tools Tiger·tec Gold CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G and to confirm the best grade and parameters for steel turning.

Technical data

• Article number: CNMG120416-MU5-WPP05G-WALTER
• Product type: Indexable turning insert
• Designation: CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G
• Manufacturer: Walter Tools

Dimensions & core data

• Inscribed circle / nominal size: 12 mm
• Nose radius: 1.6 mm
• Thickness code: 04
• Relief angle: 0° (negative)
• Tolerance class: M

Materials & special features

• Coating / series: Tiger·tec Gold
• Grade: WPP05G
• Substrate: Coated carbide
• Chipbreaker: MU5
• Insert form: Rhombus 80°
• Application group: Steel (ISO P)
• Execution: G (negative)

FAQ

What materials is this insert suitable for? The CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G is specified for steel (ISO P); the WPP05G grade and Tiger·tec Gold coating are optimised for the heat and chip behaviour typical of steel machining.

How does the MU5 chipbreaker affect productivity? The MU5 chipbreaker promotes predictable chip formation and evacuation, improving cycle times and reducing the risk of surface damage during turning with the CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G insert.

Is the insert available in a positive rake version? This particular designation is supplied with a 0° negative relief; other rake variants require a different insert code and should be checked with Metav Werkzeuge for availability.

What surface finish can be expected with a 1.6 mm nose radius? A 1.6 mm nose radius on the Rhombus 80° geometry offers a compromise between strength and finish, enabling good surface quality on semi-finish and finish turning while maintaining edge stability under higher loads.

How does the Tiger·tec Gold coating benefit production runs? Tiger·tec Gold increases wear resistance and thermal stability of the coated carbide, delivering more consistent tool life and repeatable results across production batches with the CNMG120416-MU5 WPP05G insert.

Manufacturer/Responsible: Walter Deutschland GmbH; Derendinger Straße 53; 72072 Tübingen; Germany

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