12C401 - Walter Type 17 Grinding Cone 1.5x3 Inch ZA16 Coarse

Heavy-Duty Industrial Grinding with Walter Plug Cones

The Walter 12C401 Plug Cone #17 is a premium abrasive tool engineered for the most demanding metal removal applications in industrial environments. Designed with a coarse ZA16 (Zirconia Alumina) grit, this plug cone delivers exceptional bite and rapid stock removal rates, making it an essential asset for foundries, heavy fabrication shops, and maintenance departments. The Zirconia Alumina grain is self-sharpening, ensuring that the abrasive maintains its cutting efficiency throughout the life of the product, significantly reducing operator fatigue and processing time.

Measuring 1-1/2 inches in diameter and 3 inches in length, this Type 17 cone features a flat tip and tapered sides, ideal for accessing internal diameters, cleaning out castings, and smoothing weld seams in confined spaces where traditional grinding wheels cannot reach. The integrated internal threaded arbor allows for direct and secure mounting onto compatible grinders, eliminating the need for separate adapters and ensuring perfect concentricity. This direct-mount design minimizes vibration, protecting both the machine bearings and the operator from long-term stress.

Walter Surface Technologies is renowned for producing abrasives that prioritize safety and performance. The 12C401 is bonded to withstand high-stress grinding on tough materials, including carbon steel and stainless steel. Whether you are deburring heavy machinery parts, preparing surfaces for welding, or cleaning up flame-cut edges, this plug cone offers the durability and consistency required for professional industrial operations. Its robust construction ensures it holds its shape longer, providing a consistent finish and reducing the frequency of consumable replacements.

Key Industrial Applications

• Foundry Work: Removing gates, risers, and parting lines from castings.
• Pipe Fabrication: Grinding internal pipe welds and beveling edges in tight IDs.
• Structural Steel: Cleaning up cope cuts and access holes in beams.
• Maintenance & Repair: Heavy stock removal in hard-to-reach machinery crevices.