SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G WPP35G Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

High-performance milling with proven wear resistance: the coated WPP35G grade and Tiger·tec Gold technology deliver extended tool life and consistent chip formation for steel machining. The square 90° geometry with a 15° clearance angle ensures stable cutting and reliable surface finish. Order directly via Metav Werkzeuge or contact our consultants for tailored application advice.

SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G — milling indexable insert, Tiger·tec Gold, Walter Tools

The SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G is a square 90° milling insert engineered for efficient steel machining, combining a wear-resistant coated grade with a chipbreaker optimised for stable cutting.

• Tiger·tec Gold coating
• Optimised for steel (ISO group P)
• Square 90° insert geometry
• 15° clearance angle for stable cutting

Increase throughput with a coating designed for milling

The combination of the Tiger·tec Gold coating and the WPP35G carbide grade targets higher machining speeds and longer tool life, reducing downtime for insert changes. The coating technology stabilises the cutting edge against adhesion and thermal wear, which converts into fewer interruptions and a more predictable production rhythm. The design with a 15° clearance angle and a modest corner radius provides a balance between robustness and edge sharpness, so cycle times can be optimised while maintaining surface integrity on typical steels.

Consistent chip control for fewer reworks

Built around the D57 chipbreaker, the geometry promotes repeatable chip control and reliable swarf evacuation under the thermal and mechanical conditions of steel machining. Better chip formation reduces the risk of edge build-up and improves surface finish, lowering the need for secondary operations. The square 90° shape contributes to stable tool positioning and even wear, which helps achieve consistent part tolerances across runs and increases process reliability on mixed-series production.

Simple selection and predictable performance in production

Specified with tolerance class M and a compact 12 mm inscribed circle, the insert fits common cutter bodies and is suitable for a wide range of medium-duty milling tasks in the P material group. The combination of WPP35G and the Tiger·tec Gold series supports a broad spectrum of steels with an emphasis on balanced wear resistance and toughness. For workshops seeking a dependable, ready-to-fit solution, this insert offers straightforward integration and reproducible results in component machining.

Contact Metav Werkzeuge for an application check and order support — Metav Werkzeuge provides technical guidance and local availability to ensure the insert matches the intended machining scenario (info@metav-werkzeuge.com • +49 2822 7131930)

Technical Data

• SKU: SDMT120408-D57-WPP35G-WALTER
• Article: SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G
• Manufacturer: Walter Tools
• Product type: milling indexable insert
• Series: Tiger-tec Gold

Core specifications

• Free angle: 15°
• Corner radius: 0.8 mm
• Inscribed circle: 12 mm
• Thickness: 4 mm
• Tolerance class: M

Features & Applications

• Coating: Tiger·tec Gold
• Grade / sort: WPP35G
• Chipbreaker: D57
• Shape: Square 90°
• Suitable for: Steel (ISO group P)
• Execution: T
• Plate designation without grade: SDMT120408-D57

FAQ

What materials is this insert suitable for? The SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G insert is designed for machining steels (ISO group P) and offers a balanced combination of wear resistance and toughness for general steel applications.

How does the Tiger·tec Gold coating benefit milling operations? Tiger·tec Gold on the SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G improves thermal and adhesive wear resistance, leading to longer tool life and more consistent edge retention in steel machining.

What effect does the 0.8 mm corner radius have on performance? A 0.8 mm corner radius enhances edge strength and reduces the risk of chipping during interrupted cuts, while still enabling acceptable surface quality for most finishing operations.

Is the insert compatible with standard cutter bodies? Yes; the 12 mm inscribed circle and 4 mm thickness conform to common cutter body interfaces for this insert family, making the SDMT120408-D57 WPP35G straightforward to fit.

Which chipbreaker is integrated and what advantage does it offer? The D57 chipbreaker promotes controlled chip formation and evacuation, decreasing the likelihood of built-up edge and improving consistency across workpieces.

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

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