05F117 - Walter 17mm Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter 30mm Depth

Precision Drilling with Walter Carbide Core Cut Technology

The Walter 05F117 17mm x 30mm Carbide Core Cut is a premium industrial annular cutter engineered to tackle the most demanding hole-making applications in the metalworking industry. Unlike standard High-Speed Steel (HSS) cutters that can struggle or wear prematurely when facing hardened materials, this carbide-tipped tool is specifically designed to excel where others fail. It is the optimal solution for fabricating facilities, maintenance departments, and heavy industrial environments where efficiency and tool longevity are paramount.

At the heart of this cutter's performance is its high-grade tungsten carbide insert technology. These inserts are brazed onto a specialized alloy body, allowing the cutter to withstand the extreme heat and abrasion generated when drilling through tough substrates such as stainless steel, cast iron, and exotic alloys. The 17mm diameter is precise, ensuring hole tolerance is maintained even after repeated use. With a 30mm depth of cut, it is perfectly sized for standard plate drilling and structural steel applications commonly found in construction and manufacturing sectors.

The geometric design of the Walter Carbide Core Cut series features an advanced flute profile. This design is critical for effective chip evacuation, preventing the clogging that often leads to heat buildup and tool failure. By clearing chips efficiently, the cutter maintains a cooler operating temperature, which further extends the life of the carbide tips. Additionally, the robust body design reduces vibration, allowing for higher feed rates and rotational speeds compared to HSS alternatives. This results in significantly reduced cycle times per hole, translating to direct labor savings and increased throughput for industrial operations.

For professionals dealing with uneven surfaces or interrupted cuts—such as drilling into overlapping plates or curved pipes—the Walter 05F117 provides superior stability. The carbide tips bite cleanly into the material without wandering, ensuring accuracy from the moment of contact. Whether utilized in a workshop setting or on-site with portable magnetic drilling units, this cutter delivers consistent, burr-free results that often eliminate the need for secondary reaming or deburring operations.

Key Industrial Benefits

• Extended Tool Life: Carbide tips outlast HSS in abrasive and hard materials.
• High-Speed Performance: Capable of running at higher RPMs for faster production.
• Versatile Application: Excellent for stainless steel, cast iron, and structural steel.
• Precision Engineering: Produces accurate, round holes with excellent surface finish.