Walter SL-42 Double Cut Tungsten Carbide Burr

Name: Walter SL-42 Double Cut Tungsten Carbide Burr
Brand: Welders Helper
SKU: 01V024
Price: 22.53 CAD
Availability: InStock

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SKU: 01V024 Categories: Abrasives, Drill bits and Carbides

OVERVIEW

Heavy-Duty Metal Removal Made Easy

When you have serious metal to move and welds to clean up, you need a tool that bites hard and lasts long. The Walter Carbide Burr SL-42 DC (01V024) is built for the tough daily grind of the welding and fabrication shop. This isn't just another rotary file; it's a high-performance tungsten carbide burr designed to chew through steel and stainless steel without bogging down or dulling prematurely. If you are using a die grinder to clean up welds, deburr cut edges, or open up holes, this SL-42 tapered cone is the shape you need for versatility.

The "Double Cut" design is a game-changer for welders. Unlike single-cut burrs that can grab the material and pull the tool out of your hands, this double-cut pattern (cross-cut) creates small, manageable chips. This gives you much better control over the grinder, allowing you to smooth out surfaces evenly without gouging the metal. It also means the tool runs smoother with less vibration, saving your hands from fatigue during long shifts. The diamond-cut pattern leaves a finer finish, meaning you spend less time swapping to sanding discs or polishing pads to get the job done.

Durability is key in any shop, and Walter delivers. The high-grade tungsten carbide head is brazed securely to a toughened steel shank, ensuring it can handle the heat and stress of aggressive grinding. The SL-42 shape features a tapered nose with a rounded tip, which is perfect for getting into corners, grinding out fillet welds, or contouring curved surfaces where a flat burr just won't fit. Whether you are working on a custom fabrication project, repairing heavy machinery, or doing general maintenance, this burr stays sharp and keeps cutting long after cheaper bits have given up.

Why Choose Walter Burrs?

Faster Removal: Aggressive cutting action speeds up prep and cleanup time.
Better Control: Double cut geometry reduces kickback and chatter.
Longer Life: Premium carbide resists heat and wear on tough materials like stainless.
Versatile Shape: The tapered radius end handles both flat areas and tight corners.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Used To Grind:Steel or Stainless
Packaging Description:1 per each
Product Type:Carbide Burr
Shape:SL-42 (Taper Radius)
Cut Type:Double Cut
Material:Tungsten Carbide
Applications:Deburring, Enlarging Holes, Finishing

INCLUDED

1 x Walter Carbide Burr SL-42 Double Cut

APPLICATIONS

Deburring cut edges on steel and stainless steel
Enlarging and elongating holes
Smoothing weld seams in tight corners
Surface finishing and contouring
Removing scale and heavy corrosion

FAQ

Single cut burrs have flutes running in one direction and are good for general material removal with long chips. Double cut burrs, like this Walter model, have cross-cut flutes that create smaller chips, provide a smoother finish, and offer better operator control.

This carbide burr is designed primarily for ferrous metals, including mild steel, stainless steel, cast iron, and steel alloys. It is highly effective for hard materials.

The SL-42 is a Taper Radius shape (Cone with Radius End). It is excellent for reaching into tight angles, contouring curved surfaces, and enlarging holes where a cylindrical burr might not fit.

Carbide burrs generally perform best at high speeds. For a standard size burr, speeds between 15,000 and 25,000 RPM are typical, but always refer to the specific manufacturer guidelines for the diameter of the burr to ensure safety and optimal cutting.

Yes, this is designed for use with pneumatic or electric die grinders that accept the specific shank size (typically 1/4 inch for this class of burr). Ensure your collet is in good condition to prevent slippage.

Concentricity ensures the burr spins perfectly true. Poor concentricity causes vibration (chatter), which can damage the tool, ruin the workpiece finish, and cause injury or fatigue to the operator.

While it can cut aluminum, double cut burrs may clog (load up) with soft, non-ferrous metals. For aluminum, an 'Aluminum Cut' (Alu-Cut) burr with wider flutes is recommended to prevent clogging.

Absolutely. Always wear eye protection (safety glasses and face shield), hearing protection, and gloves. Carbide burrs spin at very high speeds and throw hot, sharp metal chips.