Walter Expands the Range of its TC630 Supreme Thread Milling Cutter
The Walter TC630 Supreme is a flexible thread milling specialist primarily for the aerospace industry, as well as difficult-to-machine materials.
Greer, SC — Walter has expanded the product range the range of the TC630 Supreme universal orbital thread milling cutter, including expansion of its existing portfolio for J profiles with extensive new dimensions.
Screw threads with J profiles feature a root radius, which improves the tensile stress area of the fastener and helps reduce the stress concentration factor in the thread to make the thread stronger. The minor diameter of J-profile threads is curved to minimize stress points created by sharp edges or corners, which can break due to vibration. Threads with the J profile are particularly preferred in the aerospace industry for difficult-to-machine materials.
Walter expanded the TC630 Supreme product range to include UNJC4 to UNJC9/16, UNJF4 to UNJF9/16 and MJ3 to MJ10 thread sizes. Optional internal coolant is available for thread sizes starting from MJ4, UNJF8 and UNJC8 to provide effective chip removal on deep threads.
The TC630 thread mill is Walter’s orbital solution for creating blind and through hole threads. The flexible clamping options include collet, shrink-fit, hydraulic and power chucks.
The primary applications for the tool are threading stainless steel and heat-resistant super alloys with a hardness up to 48 HRC (ISO M and S material groups). Secondary applications are for threading steel, cast iron and non-ferrous metals up to 48 HRC (ISO P, K and N material groups). The tool is available up to 3 × DN in the standard range. The TC630 is ideal for difficult applications and strict requirements, such as for process reliability, as well as unfavorable machining conditions.
The TC630 Supreme has a short cutting section and moderate number of teeth to enable minimal deflection at high feeds per tooth. The shank is produced in accordance with the DIN 6535 HA standard. The thread mill’s WB10RA high-performance grade is the first choice for threading nickel-based and titanium alloys and is designed for optimized machining of aerospace parts. This thread mill provides maximum process reliability for complex machining operations.
The Walter lineup of products consists of three categories of tools. Supreme tools indicate the highest level of technology and performance available. Advance tools indicate products efficiently balanced between price and performance and Perform tools are products that provide an economical solution with focused importance on price ideal for small batch production.
Walter, a global leader in the metalworking industry for over 100 years, offers a wide range of precision tools for milling, turning, drilling and threading applications. The company helps customers in the aviation and aerospace industries, automotive, energy, and general metalworking industry improve process reliability and increase productivity. As an innovative partner capable of creating digital process solutions for optimal efficiency, Walter is pioneering Industry 4.0 throughout the machining industry. With Regional Headquarters in Greer, SC, Walter markets its competence brands Walter, Walter Titex, Walter Prototyp and Walter Multiply through a network of channel partners and field engineers across the USA, Canada, Mexico and Brazil. www.walter-tools.com/us.
