VBMT160408-MP4 WPP10G WPP10G Wendeplatten - Walter Tools

Benefit from a combination of durable wear resistance and consistent chip control: the Tiger·tec Gold coating and MP4 chipbreaker deliver reliable performance when machining steels, while the rhombic geometry and 0.8 mm corner radius support stable turning finishes; order directly via Metav Werkzeuge or consult our specialists for application advice.

VBMT160408-MP4 WPP10G turning insert for steel – Walter Tools (Tiger·tec Gold, MP4 chipbreaker)

VBMT160408-MP4 WPP10G is a rhombic 35° turning insert optimised for steel machining, offering hardmetal construction and a Tiger·tec Gold coating for enhanced tool life

• Tiger·tec Gold coating for long tool life
• MP4 chipbreaker for stable chip control
• Rhombic 35° form with 0.8 mm corner radius

Consistent metal removal with proven grade technology

The Tiger·tec Gold grade provides a coated carbide substrate engineered for the thermal and mechanical demands of steel turning. This results in improved wear resistance and more predictable flank wear progression, which supports longer production runs and reduced tool change frequency. For applications where process stability is crucial, the combination of a Tiger·tec Gold coating and a robust chipformer produces repeatable results when machining unalloyed and alloyed steel according to ISO P classifications.

Predictable chip formation and surface integrity

The MP4 chipbreaker is designed to manage typical steel chips, promoting short, controllable fragments under a range of cutting conditions. Stable chip control benefits cycle time and operator safety while contributing to a consistently good surface finish. The rhombic 35° geometry and corner radius 0.8 mm also help to distribute cutting forces, reducing the risk of edge chipping and improving the part surface without the need for complex cutting parameter adjustments.

Application efficiency and shop-floor advantages

With a compact geometry and a clearance angle of 5°, this insert supports flexible toolpath strategies and can be employed for a variety of turning operations, from finishing to moderate roughing depending on cutting data. The grade’s balanced toughness and hardness make it suitable for many standard steel turning tasks, allowing machine shops to consolidate tooling inventories while maintaining productivity. The end result is a pragmatic balance between tool life, process reliability and machining economy.

Select Walter Tools Tiger·tec Gold inserts for trustworthy steel turning — contact Metav Werkzeuge for tailored application support or to arrange supply of the VBMT160408-MP4 WPP10G

Technical data

• Article number: VBMT160408-MP4-WPP10G-WALTER
• Designation: VBMT160408-MP4
• ISO designation: VBMT160408-MP4 WPP10G
• Brand: Walter Tools
• Series: Tiger·tec Gold
• Grade: WPP10G

Data

• Plate size: 16 mm
• Corner radius: 0.8 mm
• Clearance angle: 5°
• Thickness code: 04
• Tolerance class: M

Special features

• Chipbreaker: MP4
• Insert form: Rhombus 35°
• Coating: Tiger·tec Gold (coated carbide)
• Material application: Steel (ISO group P)
• Execution: T

FAQ

What materials is this insert suited for?
The VBMT160408-MP4 WPP10G is intended primarily for steel (ISO P) applications and is optimised for the typical heat and chip behaviour encountered when turning unalloyed and alloyed steels.

How does the Tiger·tec Gold coating benefit machining?
Tiger·tec Gold enhances wear resistance and thermal stability, helping the insert maintain cutting-edge integrity for longer and enabling more predictable tool life when machining steels.

Which operations are best for the MP4 chipbreaker?
The MP4 chipbreaker is suited to general turning tasks where controlled, short chips are required; it supports stable chip flow across a range of feeds and depths typical for finishing to moderate roughing.

What does the 0.8 mm corner radius mean for surface finish?
A 0.8 mm radius provides a compromise between strength and finish capability: it reduces the risk of edge chipping while enabling a smooth surface on most conventional turning passes.

Is this insert compatible with standard toolholders?
The insert’s ISO designation corresponds to common toolholder types for rhombic 35° geometry; toolholders that accept VBMT-style inserts will be compatible.

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