RNMG120400-RP5 WPP20G WPP20G Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Take advantage of the combination of Tiger‑tec Gold coating and the WPP20G grade for reliable performance in steel turning, paired with the stability of the RP5 chipbreaker for controlled chips and consistent surface finish. Order directly via Metav Werkzeuge or contact our technical consultants for application advice.

RNMG120400-RP5 WPP20G indexable turning insert – Tiger‑tec Gold grade by Walter Tools

RNMG120400-RP5 WPP20G is a round indexable turning insert designed for general steel machining, offering a coated carbide grade and RP5 chipbreaker for stable chip control and long tool life

• Tiger‑tec Gold coated carbide for steels
• RP5 chipbreaker for stable chip control
• Round form for versatile turning strategies
• Negative 0° clearance for secure clamping

Consistent cutting performance that boosts throughput

The WPP20G grade, based on Tiger‑tec Gold technology, combines a coated carbide substrate with an optimised coating system to resist flank wear and extend tool life when machining steel. This results in fewer tool changes and more stable process windows, which translates directly into higher throughput on repetitive turning operations. The round form and the RP5 geometry support smooth engagement with the workpiece, reducing vibration and helping to maintain a consistent surface finish. Technical terms: the coating enhances heat resistance and adhesion under the typical temperatures of steel turning, while the RP5 chipbreaker shapes chips to avoid nesting and interruption.

Better process control through chip management and secure seating

The RP5 chipbreaker is engineered to produce predictable chips across a range of feeds and depths of cut; this improves swarf evacuation and reduces secondary finishing time. The insert’s round form provides multiple cutting edges and flexible entry angles for profiling or roughing passes, while the negative 0° clearance contributes to secure clamping in most standard toolholders. For shops moving between batch sizes, these attributes mean fewer setup adjustments and a more reproducible turning cycle. In practice, chip control reduces machine downtime and the risk of tool damage caused by chip entanglement.

Practical geometry and tolerance for predictable set‑up

With a nominal plate size of 12 and a plate thickness of 04 plus a corner radius of 0, the insert meets the tolerance class M for repeatable seating and accurate tool offsets. These measurable parameters simplify toolroom inventory decisions and assist in CAM programming where dimensional consistency is required. The insert’s specification supports both single‑piece flow and series production because predictable wear behaviour and repeatable seating help maintain part tolerances across runs. The combined effect is lower scrap rates and more reliable cycle times for turning centres.

Contact Metav Werkzeuge to discuss how the Walter Tools Tiger‑tec Gold RNMG120400‑RP5 WPP20G insert can be integrated into existing turning processes or to request tailored application guidance from our consultants

Technical Data

• Article number: RNMG120400-RP5-WPP20G-WALTER
• Product: RNMG120400-RP5 WPP20G
• Product type: indexable turning insert
• Manufacturer: Walter Tools
• Series: Tiger‑tec Gold
• Grade: WPP20G
• Chipbreaker: RP5
• Shape: Round

Numbers / Core technical data

• Size: 12
• Thickness: 04
• Corner radius: 0
• Clearance angle: 0° (negative)
• Tolerance class: M

Special features

• Coated carbide (Tiger‑tec Gold)
• Designed for steel (P group)
• Suitable for a wide range of turning applications
• Stable chip formation and good wear resistance

FAQ

What materials is this insert intended for?
The RNMG120400‑RP5 WPP20G insert is formulated for machining steel (ISO group P) and provides balanced wear resistance and toughness for typical steel turning tasks.

How does the RP5 chipbreaker benefit production?
The RP5 chipbreaker on this Walter Tools insert shapes and controls chips to improve evacuation, reduce secondary finishing, and lower the risk of chip-related interruptions during automated turning.

Is this insert suitable for both roughing and finishing?
Yes. The round geometry and the WPP20G grade support versatile use from heavier roughing cuts to semi‑finish passes, with process stability maintained by the Tiger‑tec Gold coating.

What does the negative 0° clearance mean for clamping?
A negative 0° clearance provides a robust seating angle that improves clamping security and reduces the likelihood of insert movement under cutting forces, aiding repeatability.

How does the Tiger‑tec Gold coating affect tool life?
The Tiger‑tec Gold coating enhances heat and abrasion resistance on the cutting edge, extending tool life and enabling longer uninterrupted production runs with consistent surface quality.

Manufacturer: Walter Deutschland GmbH; Derendinger Straße 53; 72072 Tübingen

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