SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G HU3 Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Take advantage of the combination of durable Tiger‑tec Gold coating, an HU3 chipbreaker optimised for steel and a robust negative 0° rake for secure engagement; order the insert directly via Metav Werkzeuge or consult the technical advisors for application-specific recommendations.

SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G turning insert — Tiger‑tec Gold coating, for steel (Walter Tools)

SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G is a square 90° turning insert designed for productive steel machining with a robust chipformer and coated carbide technology

• Tiger‑tec Gold coating for extended tool life
• Optimised HU3 chipbreaker for steel machining
• Square 90° form with 1.2 mm corner radius
• Negative 0° rake for stable, heavy cuts

High-performance coating and reliable flank life

The coated carbide grade from the Tiger‑tec Gold family combines hardness and thermal stability to extend cutting tool life when machining steel. The WPP30G substrate is designed to balance wear resistance and toughness: this means fewer tool changes and more consistent cycle times. The term "coating" here refers to a multi-layer CVD/PVD-style treatment that reduces abrasion and protects the cutting edge against the temperatures typical of steel turning processes. For operations where repeatability and uptime are priorities, the coating contributes directly to process economy and predictable tool change intervals.

Geometry engineered for consistent chip control and surface quality

The square 90° plate geometry, paired with the HU3 chipbreaker, is tailored to produce short, controllable chips during conventional steel turning. A 1.2 mm corner radius increases edge strength and reduces the risk of premature chipping when engaging material, while the negative 0° rake provides a robust cutting edge for interrupted cuts or heavy engagement. In practical terms, these geometric choices translate to improved workpiece finish and fewer rejects: the chipformer directs swarf away from the cutting zone, and the larger corner radius enhances edge robustness under intermittent loading.

Process benefits and shop-floor integration

Adopting this insert in a production setting supports higher reliability and predictable tool life, which are key to lean machining. The insert’s specification (square 90° form, WPP30G grade, HU3 chipbreaker) simplifies tooling selection for turning centres focused on unalloyed and alloyed steels. Where cycle times and consistency are monitored, the insert’s balanced wear behaviour reduces fluctuation in dimensional drift. For engineers planning feeds and speeds, the negative rake and sturdy edge permit conservative cutting strategies that nonetheless maintain productivity under varying cutting conditions.

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Technical Data

• Article number: SNMM190612-HU3-WPP30G-WALTER
• Product name: SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G
• Product type: Drehwendeschneidplatte (turning insert)
• Brand: Walter Tools
• Series: Tiger‑tec Gold

Facts

• Plate form: Square 90°
• Corner radius: 1.2 mm
• Plate size: 19
• Thickness code: 06
• Clearance/rake: 0° (negative)

Special features

• Grade: WPP30G (coated carbide)
• Chipbreaker: HU3
• Application group: P (steel)
• Tolerance class: M
• Execution: M
• ISO designation: SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G

FAQ

What materials is this insert suitable for?
The SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G insert is specified for the ISO material group P and is optimised for machining various steels, including unalloyed and alloyed steels.

How does the HU3 chipbreaker affect machining performance?
The HU3 chipbreaker on the SNMM190612-HU3 WPP30G steers chips into short, manageable segments during steel turning, improving chip evacuation and surface quality while lowering the risk of chip entanglement.

What advantages does the Tiger‑tec Gold coating provide?
The Tiger‑tec Gold coating on the WPP30G grade increases wear resistance and thermal stability, extending tool life and supporting consistent process results in steel turning operations.

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

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