Walter 7318887 Grooving Insert GX34CF5 WSM33S Carbide

Product Description

The WALTER 7318887 is a solid carbide grooving insert designed for high-performance parting and grooving operations on CNC turning centers and lathes. Built to the GX34CF5 WSM33S specification, it features a 0.118-inch cutting width and a 0.012-inch corner radius, with a neutral hand orientation that suits a wide range of toolholder configurations. The WSM33S grade uses a PVD-applied aluminum finish coating - part of the Tiger-tec Silver series - engineered for thermal stability and edge retention under demanding cutting conditions. A 10-degree rake angle and CF5 chip breaker geometry support controlled chip evacuation during interrupted or continuous grooving cuts.

This insert is aimed at machinists and tooling specialists working with superalloys and other difficult-to-machine materials, including materials classified under ISO material groups M, P, and S. Typical applications include grooving, parting-off, and groove turning on precision components in aerospace, energy, and industrial manufacturing environments. The multi-use design allows the insert to serve across several grooving scenarios without requiring a dedicated single-purpose setup.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction with PVD aluminum coating for extended tool life in superalloy machining
• 0.118-inch cutting width with 0.012-inch corner radius for precise groove geometry
• CF5 chip breaker geometry promotes reliable chip control and evacuation
• 10-degree rake angle reduces cutting forces on heat-sensitive and work-hardening materials
• Neutral hand insert compatible with a broad range of GX34 toolholder systems
• Tiger-tec Silver series grade WSM33S engineered for thermal and wear resistance

Compatibility

Designed for use with GX34-series toolholders. ANSI and ISO codes GX342E300N03CF5 WSM33S and insert size code 2E300N03 confirm fitment. Verify toolholder seat geometry and clamping system before installation.

Installation Notes

Insert seating and replacement should be performed by a qualified machinist or tooling technician with the machine spindle fully stopped and the machine locked out. Inspect the toolholder pocket and clamping screw for wear or debris before seating the insert. Use the torque wrench specified by the toolholder manufacturer for the clamping screw - do not over-torque, as carbide inserts are brittle and may fracture under uneven clamping load. Confirm cutting parameters against the WSM33S grade recommendations for the specific workpiece material before resuming operation.