LNMU150812-F57T WPP35G Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Take advantage of a wear-resistant, Tiger·tec Gold-coated carbide grade that delivers stable chip formation and extended edge life for steel machining; order directly via Metav Werkzeuge or request tailored cutting data from our consultants to integrate this insert into existing milling processes.

LNMU150812-F57T WPP35G rectangular milling insert — Tiger·tec Gold grade for steel, Walter Tools

The LNMU150812-F57T WPP35G is a rectangular milling insert engineered for productive steel machining, combining a coated carbide grade with a chipbreaker optimised for typical steel chip formation.

Tiger·tec Gold coated carbide WPP35G
Optimised for steel machining (ISO P)
0° negative rake geometry
Corner radius 1.2 mm for robust cutting edge

High-performance cutting for reliable steel removal

The combination of Tiger·tec Gold technology and the WPP35G grade provides a coated carbide surface that resists wear and sustains sharpness under the thermal and mechanical loads typical of steel machining. Designed for the ISO P material group, this specification improves process stability by promoting predictable chip formation and reduced edge breakdown. The negative geometry with a 0° negative rake contributes to controlled cutting forces, making the insert a dependable choice for demanding production runs where consistent tool life and surface quality are required.

Stable process economy through fewer interruptions

Longer tool life and consistent performance translate into measurable productivity improvements: fewer indexings, reduced tool inventory rotation and more predictable maintenance cycles. The insert’s coating and substrate combination helps maintain a stable cutting edge, which supports repeatable surface finish and dimensional accuracy. For operations aiming to reduce downtime and increase throughput, this behaviour yields direct cost-efficiency benefits by lowering changeover frequency and improving overall mill utilisation.

Practical geometry and precise chip control for everyday use

The rectangular plate form with a nominal size of 15 and thickness 08 offers a compact, rigid clamping interface that suits many standard LNMU-style holders. The F57T chipbreaker is tailored to steel, assisting in consistent chip control and evacuation to avoid re-cutting and heat concentration. A corner radius of 1.2 mm balances edge strength and achievable surface finish, making the insert appropriate for a range of operations from robust roughing to controlled semi-finishing steps where a resilient edge is advantageous.

Contact Metav Werkzeuge for a specification sheet, cutting parameters and application advice regarding the Walter Tools Tiger·tec Gold inserts; request sample data for machining steel and integrate the LNMU150812-F57T WPP35G into production planning via Metav Werkzeuge.

Technical data

• Article number: LNMU150812-F57T-WPP35G-WALTER
• Label: Fräswendeschneidplatte LNMU150812-F57T WPP35G Walter Tools
• Product type: Fräswendeschneidplatte
• Manufacturer: Walter Tools
• Series: Tiger-tec Gold
• Grade: WPP35G
• Execution: U
• Tolerance class: M

Numbers / Core technical data

• Size: 15
• Thickness: 08
• Corner radius: 1.2 mm
• Rake angle: 0° (negative)

Special features / Versions

• Tiger·tec Gold coated carbide
• Chipbreaker: F57T
• Rectangular insert format
• Optimised for steel (ISO P)
• Robust cutting edge for productive milling

FAQ

Which materials is this insert suited for?
This insert is optimised for machining steel (ISO P); the WPP35G grade and Tiger·tec Gold coating are tuned for the heat and chip characteristics of steel.

What is the role of the F57T chipbreaker?
The F57T chipbreaker improves chip control and evacuation when cutting steel, reducing the likelihood of long stringy chips and supporting consistent cutting conditions.

How do the geometry and corner radius affect application?
The negative rake geometry with a 0° angle and a 1.2 mm corner radius delivers a robust edge that tolerates higher cutting loads while still enabling acceptable surface finish in semi-finishing operations.

How is the insert identified and which holders fit it?
Identified as LNMU150812-F57T WPP35G (Walter Tools), this rectangular insert fits standard LNMU-style toolholders designed for inserts of this profile and size.

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

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