Walter SST Corecut 1-1/2 Inch Annular Cutter Universal Shank

Cut Stainless Like Butter

If you have ever burned through three drill bits trying to put a single hole in a piece of 304 stainless, you know the struggle. Stainless steel is tough, it gets hot, and it hardens if you look at it wrong. The Walter 05E108 SST Corecut Annular Cutter is the tool you grab when you are done playing games and need to get the job done. This 1-1/2 inch cutter is built specifically for stainless steel applications. It uses a special grade of High-Speed Steel that resists heat buildup, keeping the cutting teeth sharp and preventing that dreaded work-hardening glaze that stops other bits dead in their tracks.

This cutter features a 1-inch depth of cut, which covers most of the plate and beam work you will encounter in the field. Because it is an annular cutter (or "slugger bit"), it cuts a ring and pops out a solid slug of metal. This means you are removing less material, so you can drill faster and with less force. You won't have to hang your entire body weight on the drill press handle just to get it to feed. The result is a clean, burr-free hole that is ready for a bolt immediately—no need to waste time filing or grinding the edges smooth.

One of the best things about this Walter cutter is the Universal Shank. Whether your shop runs Hougen, Fein, or other common magnetic drills, this bit is likely to fit right in without needing an adapter. It locks in secure and runs true. When you are working on a deadline, having a reliable cutter that fits your gear and actually cuts the material is worth its weight in gold. Stop fighting with dull twist drills and step up to a dedicated core cutter designed for the metal you are welding. Use with a good cutting lubricant/coolant for the best results and longest life.