Walter 3-Inch Pilot Pin for Annular Cutters

Name: Walter 3-Inch Pilot Pin for Annular Cutters
Brand: Welders Helper
SKU: 05Z018
Price: 42.67 CAD
Availability: InStock

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SKU: 05Z018 Categories: Abrasives, Drill bits and Carbides

OVERVIEW

Keep Your Mag Drill Running Smoothly

Don't let a bent or missing pilot pin stop your fabrication project in its tracks. The Walter 05Z018 3" Pilot Pin is the essential replacement part you need to keep your magnetic drill pressing on. Designed specifically for use with Walter's popular SST Core Cut, ICECUT, and CARBIDE annular cutters, this pin is the unsung hero of hole making. Whether you are working on structural steel, pipe fitting, or general fabrication, this pin ensures your cuts are accurate and your workflow remains uninterrupted.

Why is a high-quality pilot pin so important? It does more than just look good. It is the very first point of contact with your metal, allowing you to line up your drill perfectly with your center mark. Once you start drilling, this pin helps manage the coolant flow (on compatible arbors), keeping your cutter cool and extending its life. But the real magic happens when you punch through the other side. The 05Z018 is designed to forcefully eject the metal slug (the "core") from the center of the cutter. If you've ever had to stop and pry a hot, sharp metal slug out of a cutter with a screwdriver, you know exactly why a straight, hardened pilot pin is worth its weight in gold.

This pin is sized for 3-inch depth of cut applications. Using the wrong size pin can lead to failure to eject or inability to start the cut properly, so it is vital to match the pin length to your cutter length. Made from hardened steel, it resists bending and wear better than generic alternatives. Keep a few of these in your tool crib or mag drill case so you are never caught without a spare. With the Walter 05Z018, you get the reliability and precision that professional welders and fabricators trust.

Key Benefits:

Easy Alignment: Pinpoint accuracy when setting up your drill.
Automatic Ejection: Pops the slug out instantly after the cut.
Durable Build: Hardened steel resists bending under pressure.
Perfect Fit: Designed specifically for Walter 3" cutters.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Product Type:Pilot Pin
Length:3 in
Compatible Cutters:SST Core Cut, ICECUT, CARBIDE
Material:Hardened Steel
Function:Centering, Slug Ejection, Coolant Control
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

1 x Walter 3" Pilot Pin for SST Core Cut/ICECUT/CARBIDE Annular Cutters

APPLICATIONS

Positioning annular cutters accurately over the drilling location
Ejecting the metal slug automatically once drilling is finished
Controlling internal coolant flow on compatible arbors
Compatible with Walter SST Core Cut series cutters
Compatible with Walter ICECUT series cutters
Compatible with Walter CARBIDE core cutters
Used in heavy fabrication, structural steel work, and MRO applications

FAQ

The pilot pin serves three main functions: it centers the cutter over the drilling spot, controls the flow of internal coolant during the cut, and ejects the metal slug from the cutter once the hole is finished.

This pin is designed for use with Walter's SST Core Cut, ICECUT, and CARBIDE series annular cutters that have a 3-inch depth of cut capacity.

The pin length must match the cutter's depth capacity. A pin that is too short won't center the tool or eject the slug, while a pin that is too long may prevent the cutter from reaching the workpiece properly. This specific pin is for 3-inch cutters.

The 05Z018 pilot pin is made from hardened, precision-ground steel to resist bending and wear during heavy-duty drilling operations.

While it is specifically designed for Walter cutters, it may fit other brands that use the same diameter and length specifications, but we recommend using it with the specified Walter series for optimal performance.

If the pin is bent, the tip is mushroomed, or it is no longer ejecting slugs reliably, it should be replaced immediately to prevent damage to the annular cutter.

Yes, on magnetic drills equipped with through-spindle coolant, the pilot pin acts as a valve that opens to allow coolant flow when the pin is depressed against the workpiece.