TS16-EL3.0ISO WMP32G WMP32G Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Benefit from the combination of Tiger-tec Gold coating and the WMP32G grade for secure chip control and extended tool life; this indexable turning insert delivers consistent performance in stainless steel machining and can be ordered directly via Metav Werkzeuge or discussed with our technical consultants.

TS16-EL3.0ISO WMP32G indexable turning insert – Tiger-tec Gold grade for stainless steel, Walter Tools

The TS16-EL3.0ISO WMP32G is an indexable turning insert designed for machining rostfreier Stahl, optimised for medium to robust cutting conditions where secure chip formation and edge stability are required

• Tiger-tec Gold coating for increased wear resistance
• WMP32G: coated carbide grade for rostfreier Stahl
• EL3.0ISO chipbreaker for stable chip control
• Suitable for medium to heavy machining conditions

Predictable performance on stainless steels

The insert is developed to provide stable cutting behaviour when machining rostfreier Stahl (material group M). The combination of the WMP32G grade and the Tiger-tec Gold coating supports a secure chip formation and reduces the tendency for built-up edge, which is common in tough, heat-sensitive alloys. For operations where thermal load and material ductility create challenging conditions, the insert contributes to fewer interruptions and more consistent surface quality. In practical terms, this means fewer tool changes and more predictable cycle times on production runs.

Controlled chips and reduced process risk

The EL3.0ISO chipbreaker is engineered to shape chips into manageable forms, lowering the chance of entanglement and improving evacuation from the cutting zone. Reliable chip control helps to protect the workpiece and the machine, and it reduces post-process handling. For operators unfamiliar with chipbreaker terminology: the chipbreaker is the geometric feature on the insert that actively bends and breaks chips as they form. With this insert, the result is less manual intervention and a smoother production flow, particularly in turning operations with moderate to high feed rates.

Coated carbide grade for longer tool life

The cutting material is a coated carbide in the Tiger-tec Gold family, chosen for its balance between toughness and wear resistance in rostfreier Stahl applications. Coated grades are composed of a carbide substrate plus a multi-layer coating system that improves adhesion, hardness and thermal stability at the cutting edge. The outcome is a longer effective life of the cutting edge under the typical temperatures and stresses encountered when machining stainless steels. For manufacturers aiming to improve spindle uptime and repeatability, this insert represents a pragmatic upgrade without complex process changes.

Contact Metav Werkzeuge for advice on integrating Walter Tools Tiger-tec Gold inserts into the workflow and to request availability for the TS16-EL3.0ISO WMP32G SKU

Technical data

• Article number: TS16-EL3.0ISO-WMP32G-WALTER
• Label: Drehwendeschneidplatte TS16-EL3.0ISO WMP32G Walter Tools
• Product type: Indexable turning insert (Drehwendeschneidplatte)
• Series: Tiger-tec Gold
• Grade: WMP32G
• Chipbreaker: EL3.0ISO
• Material group: M (rostfreie Stähle)
• Manufacturer: Walter Tools

Facts

• No numerical specifications provided in the available data

Special features

• Coating technology: Tiger-tec Gold
• Carbide type: coated carbide (WMP32G)
• Optimised for rostfreie Stähle (M group)
• Chip control geometry: EL3.0ISO
• Application: medium to robust turning conditions

FAQ

What materials is this insert designed for?
The TS16-EL3.0ISO WMP32G insert is intended primarily for rostfreie Stähle (material group M) and is optimised to handle the toughness and thermal behaviour typical of those alloys.

How does the EL3.0ISO chipbreaker benefit production?
The EL3.0ISO chipbreaker on this insert shapes chips for reliable evacuation, reducing entanglement and machine stoppages, which improves process stability during turning operations.

Is the WMP32G grade coated or uncoated?
WMP32G is a coated carbide grade within the Tiger-tec Gold family; the coating enhances wear resistance and thermal stability for longer tool life.

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

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