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Walter ZIP ALU™ 5" x 3/64" Type 27 Cut-Off Wheel (Pack of 5)

$56.18/ea $179.25/5 per each only $35.85/eaSave 36%

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OVERVIEW

Finally, a Wheel That Doesn't Gum Up

If you have ever tried to cut aluminum with a standard abrasive wheel, you know the frustration. One minute you are cutting, and the next, the wheel feels like it's sliding over the metal without doing anything. That is because the aluminum has melted and clogged up the grit. It slows you down, heats up your workpiece, and can even be dangerous if the wheel binds. The Walter ZIP ALU™ is the answer to that headache. It is built specifically to slice through aluminum like butter, without the gumming and clogging that kills other wheels.

This 5-inch wheel features a Type 27 depressed center, which is a favorite among many fabricators for the extra stability it provides. The shape allows the locking nut to sit recessed, meaning you can get the wheel flush against a surface to cut off bolts or trim material without the grinder body getting in the way. At 3/64" thick, it is thin enough to cut incredibly fast but tough enough to handle the high RPMs of your angle grinder without wobbling.

Using the ZIP ALU™ means cleaner cuts with fewer burrs. Because the wheel cuts cool and stays sharp, you aren't forcing the grinder, which saves your arms from fatigue and keeps your tool running longer. Whether you are building aluminum trailers, repairing boat hulls, or doing custom fabrication work, this wheel keeps you moving. You get a smooth, consistent cut right down to the nub, saving you money on consumables and time on the job. Stop fighting your grinder and let the ZIP ALU™ do the work.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Diameter:5"
Thickness:3/64"
Used To Cut:Aluminum
Packaging Description:5 per each
Wheel Style:Type 27
Arbor Size:7/8"
Wheel Type:Depressed Center Cut-Off
Application Material:Aluminum, Non-Ferrous Metals
Grit Type:Specialized Aluminum Oxide Blend

INCLUDED

  • 5 x ZIP ALU™ Type 27 Cut-Off Wheels (5" x 3/64" x 7/8")

APPLICATIONS

  • Cutting aluminum sheets, plates, and extrusions
  • Trimming non-ferrous castings
  • Flush cutting bolts and rivets on aluminum structures
  • Fabrication of aluminum trailers and marine vessels
  • General repair work involving copper, brass, or other soft alloys

FAQ

Aluminum is a soft metal with a low melting point. Standard abrasive wheels generate heat that causes the aluminum to melt and adhere to the wheel (clogging), which stops it from cutting. The ZIP ALU is formulated to prevent this loading.

The Type 27 (depressed center) shape allows the locking nut to be recessed within the wheel's profile. This enables flush cutting against a surface and generally provides more rigidity than a flat Type 1 wheel.

While it is capable of cutting ferrous metals, it is optimized for non-ferrous metals. Using it on stainless steel may result in faster wear compared to a wheel dedicated to stainless applications, like the ZIP Stainless.

This specific ZIP ALU wheel is 3/64 inches thick, which is designed for fast, precise cutting with minimal material removal.

No, this is a Type 27 reinforced cut-off wheel designed to be mounted directly to an angle grinder using the standard flange and locking nut system.

This 5-inch wheel typically features a standard 7/8" arbor, making it compatible with most professional 5-inch angle grinders.

The ZIP ALU is designed to cut freely and coolly, minimizing heat input and contamination. However, standard pre-weld cleaning practices (acetone, wire brushing) should still be followed.

This specific SKU (11U152V) is sold as a package of 5 wheels.
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