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Walter 17mm Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter - 55mm Depth

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OVERVIEW

Chew Through Stainless Steel with Ease

Tired of burning through drill bits when working on stainless steel or cast iron? The Walter 17mm x 55mm Carbide Core Cut is your solution. This isn't your average annular cutter; it's a beast built for the toughest jobs in the shop. If you are running a magnetic drill and need to punch clean, precise holes through thick plate or structural beams, this carbide-tipped cutter will change the way you work. Unlike standard HSS bits that dull quickly on hard alloys, the carbide tips on this Walter cutter stay sharp, letting you drill faster and cleaner with less down pressure.

The 55mm depth of cut gives you the reach you need for deep hole drilling in heavy stock. One of the biggest headaches with mag drilling is chip packing, but Walter has solved this with a smart flute design that ejects metal shavings efficiently. This keeps the cutter cool and prevents binding, which is essential when you're deep in a hole on a piece of expensive stainless. It also handles uneven surfaces like a champ—so if you're drilling into a pipe or a rough casting, you won't have to worry about the bit wandering or snapping as easily as standard bits.

Upgrade your mag drill setup with the Walter 05F217. It fits standard arbors and is ready to tackle the materials that usually slow you down. From truck frame modifications to heavy equipment repair, this cutter delivers professional results every time. Stop fighting your drill and start cutting with the power of carbide.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Used To Cut:Stainless Steel, Steel, Cast Iron, Aluminum
Diameter:17 mm
Length:55 mm
Product Type:Annular Cutter
Material:Tungsten Carbide Tipped
Depth Of Cut:55mm
Shank Type:Weldon
Recommended RPM:Variable based on material
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

  • 1x 17mm x 55mm Carbide Core Cut Annular Cutter

APPLICATIONS

  • Drilling stainless steel plate and structures
  • Hole making in cast iron and hard alloys
  • Heavy-duty fabrication and construction
  • On-site repairs using magnetic drilling units
  • Drilling uneven or curved surfaces
  • Processing structural steel beams and rails

FAQ

Carbide tips are significantly harder and more heat-resistant than High Speed Steel (HSS), allowing them to cut through harder materials like stainless steel and cast iron with longer tool life and faster cutting speeds.

No, annular cutters like this are designed for use with magnetic drilling units (mag drills) or stationary drill presses with the appropriate arbor. They require stability and specific RPMs that hand drills cannot provide.

This model (05F217) has a depth of cut of 55mm, allowing it to drill through materials up to approximately 2 inches thick.

Yes, using a high-quality cutting lubricant or coolant is highly recommended. It extends the life of the carbide tips, improves the surface finish of the hole, and helps flush out chips.

Typically, pilot pins are sold separately as they depend on the specific arbor and cutter length. You will need a pilot pin suitable for a 55mm depth cutter.

It uses a standard Weldon shank, which features two flat sections for the set screws of the arbor to grip, ensuring a secure hold without slipping.

Yes, stack drilling is possible, but it requires careful management of the slug from the top plate to ensure it doesn't interfere with drilling the bottom plate.
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