Walter SH-3 Double Cut Tungsten Carbide Burr - Flame Shape

Name: Walter SH-3 Double Cut Tungsten Carbide Burr - Flame Shape
Brand: Welders Helper
SKU: 01V029
Price: 57.17 CAD
Availability: InStock

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SKU: 01V029 Categories: Abrasives, Drill bits and Carbides

OVERVIEW

High-Performance Tungsten Carbide Rotary Files

Maximize your productivity with the Walter 01V029 Carbide Burr SH-3 DC, a premium abrasive tool built for heavy-duty industrial applications. In the world of metal fabrication and MRO, the quality of your consumables directly impacts your efficiency. Walter has developed this carbide burr using advanced manufacturing processes to ensure optimal hardness and cutting geometry. The tool features a robust tungsten carbide head brazed onto a toughened steel shank, providing the rigidity needed to grind through tough materials like stainless steel and alloy steels without snapping or dulling prematurely.

The "DC" in the product name stands for Double Cut, which is the preferred cut style for most ferrous metal applications. The cross-cut teeth create a large number of cutting edges that rapidly shear away material while leaving a superior surface finish compared to single-cut alternatives. This design minimizes the "pulling" action often felt with coarser burrs, giving the operator greater control over the grinding process. The SH-3 Flame shape offers a unique combination of a rounded nose and a tapered body, making it an excellent choice for working in channels, rounding off edges, or blending contours where a standard cylinder would be too aggressive or awkward to maneuver.

Vibration is the enemy of precision, and Walter combats this with superior tool balance. Poorly balanced burrs cause chatter, which leaves unsightly marks on the workpiece and accelerates wear on the die grinder's collet and motor. The 01V029 is ground to exacting standards to ensure it runs smooth and cool, even at high RPMs. This attention to detail translates to faster material removal rates and less downtime for tool changes. For welders and fabricators looking to clean up welds or prepare surfaces for subsequent processing, this carbide burr offers the reliability and performance associated with the Walter brand.

Recommended Usage

Material Compatibility: Optimized for steel, stainless steel, and cast iron.
Tooling: Designed for use with pneumatic or electric die grinders.
Technique: Apply steady pressure and allow the high speed of the tool to do the work; avoid forcing the burr into the material.
Safety: Always wear appropriate eye and face protection, as the double-cut design produces high-velocity small chips.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Used To Grind:Steel or Stainless
Item:Carbide Burr
Shape:Flame (SH-3)
Cut Type:Double Cut
Material:Tungsten Carbide
Application:Deburring, Enlarging, Finishing
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

1x Walter Carbide Burr SH-3 DC (Flame Shape)

APPLICATIONS

Deburring steel and stainless steel parts
Enlarging holes and slots
Finishing weld seams
Smoothing contoured surfaces
Removing material in hard-to-reach areas

FAQ

Single Cut burrs have flutes running in one direction and are generally used for general-purpose removal on softer materials. Double Cut burrs, like this Walter model, have cross-cut flutes (a diamond pattern) that produce smaller chips, provide a smoother finish, and offer better control on harder metals like steel and stainless steel.

This carbide burr is designed primarily for ferrous metals, including mild steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and high-nickel alloys. It is not recommended for soft non-ferrous metals like aluminum, as the double-cut pattern may clog; for aluminum, an 'Alu-Cut' or single-cut burr is preferred.

The code 'SH-3' refers to the shape and size of the burr head. 'SH' indicates a Flame shape, which resembles a fire flame with a rounded belly and a tapered point, useful for contoured work. The number '3' typically denotes the specific size dimensions within that shape category.

Carbide burrs are designed to be used with high-speed rotary tools, most commonly pneumatic or electric die grinders. Ensure your tool's collet size matches the shank diameter of the burr.

While specific RPM depends on the burr diameter, carbide burrs generally perform best at high speeds. Running them too slowly can cause chipping. Refer to Walter's technical data for the exact speed chart, but typical speeds for this size often range between 15,000 and 25,000 RPM.

Concentricity ensures the burr spins perfectly true around its axis. High concentricity, a feature of Walter burrs, prevents the tool from wobbling (chatter), which protects the die grinder bearings, ensures operator safety, and produces a uniform surface finish.

Generally, carbide burrs are not resharpened. Once the cutting edges become dull or chipped, the burr should be replaced to maintain safety and efficiency. The tungsten carbide material is extremely hard and durable, offering a long service life before replacement is needed.