12D723 - Walter W205 Stainless Steel Grinding Point

Name: Walter W205 Stainless Steel Grinding Point
Brand: Welders Helper
SKU: 12D723
Price: 6.77 CAD
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Packaging: 1 per each

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SKU: 12D723 Categories: Abrasives, Plugs and Mounted Items

OVERVIEW

High-Performance Mounted Point for Professional Welders

When it comes to finishing stainless steel weldments, the details matter. The Walter W205 Mounted Point (12D723) is designed for the professional welder who needs to get into tight spaces and deliver a flawless finish. Unlike generic grinding stones that may bounce or vibrate, this premium abrasive product is meticulously crafted to ensure perfect concentricity and balance. For a welder using a high-speed die grinder, this balance translates directly to better control, smoother finishes, and less strain on the hands and wrists during extended use.

Stainless steel presents unique challenges in grinding and finishing; it is harder than mild steel and prone to work-hardening and heat discoloration if processed incorrectly. The Walter W205 is formulated specifically for "St St" applications, utilizing high-grade abrasive grains that cut aggressively yet coolly. This prevents the glazing often seen with inferior products and ensures that you are removing material rather than just generating heat. It is the ideal tool for tasks such as cleaning up root passes in difficult-to-reach areas, enlarging misaligned holes, or contouring fittings where a larger grinding wheel simply cannot fit.

The W205 shape is a standard industrial profile that offers excellent versatility for both side and end grinding. This allows the user to tackle various contours and geometries without constantly switching tooling. Walter Surface Technologies is renowned for their commitment to quality, and this mounted point is no exception. It is built to withstand the high RPMs of pneumatic and electric die grinders while maintaining its structural integrity. This means fewer exploded stones and a safer working environment for the shop floor.

In addition to its performance characteristics, the vibration-free nature of this point protects your expensive power tools. Excessive vibration is the leading cause of collet and bearing failure in die grinders. By running a perfectly balanced Walter point, you extend the life of your equipment while achieving superior results on your workpieces. Whether you are in aerospace, food and beverage equipment manufacturing, or general custom fabrication, the Walter 12D723 is the reliable, high-performance choice for your stainless steel finishing needs.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 per each
Shape:W205
Application Material:Stainless Steel
Abrasive Type:Bonded
Tool Compatibility:Die Grinder

INCLUDED

1 x Walter W205 Mounted Point for Stainless Steel

APPLICATIONS

Stainless Steel Fitting: Ideal for contouring and shaping stainless steel fittings in plumbing and industrial piping systems.
Hole Enlarging: Perfect for precision enlarging of drilled holes or slots to correct fit-up issues.
Confined Space Grinding: Excellent for reaching into corners, channels, and internal diameters where larger wheels cannot fit.
Weld Blending: Used for smoothing out small welds and tack welds in hard-to-reach areas.
Deburring: Effectively removes heavy burrs from machined or cut stainless steel parts.
Die and Mold Repair: Suitable for precision material removal in tool and die maintenance.

FAQ

The Walter 12D723 is a W205 mounted point specifically designed for grinding and finishing stainless steel (St St). It is formulated to cut cool and prevent contamination of the stainless surface.

This product is designed for use with a die grinder (either pneumatic or electric) that accepts the shank size of the mounted point (typically 1/4 inch for this size range).

Balance is critical because mounted points spin at very high RPMs. A balanced point, like the Walter W205, eliminates vibration, which prevents tool chatter, improves surface finish, reduces operator fatigue, and extends the life of the die grinder bearings.

While it is optimized for stainless steel, it can be used on other ferrous metals. However, for best results and to avoid cross-contamination (if you switch back to stainless), it is best to keep it dedicated to the material it was designed for.

W205 refers to the standard shape and dimension code for the mounted point. It typically denotes a cylindrical shape with specific dimensions (often 3/4" diameter x 1" length) used across the abrasive industry.

Yes, Walter mounted points are manufactured to high safety standards. However, you must always check the maximum RPM rating on the package or product and ensure your grinder does not exceed that speed. Always wear appropriate eye and face protection.

Like all bonded abrasives, the point may eventually lose its shape or become loaded. It can be dressed with a dressing stone or diamond dresser to restore its profile and expose fresh abrasive grain.

No, the Walter 12D723 is contaminant-free and designed for stainless steel, meaning it does not contain iron, sulfur, or chlorine fillers that typically cause rust or corrosion on stainless surfaces.