
Every welder knows the frustration of taking a standard cutting wheel to a piece of aluminum. One minute you're cutting, and the next, your wheel is glazed over with melted metal, vibrating like crazy and refusing to cut any deeper. It’s a waste of time and a waste of wheels. Enter the Walter ZIP ALU™ 5-inch cutting wheel—the game-changer you’ve been waiting for. This isn't just another abrasive disc; it's a specialized tool built to handle the gummy, sticky nature of aluminum without breaking a sweat.
The secret lies in the unique abrasive blend that Walter has developed. It’s designed to self-lubricate and shed soft metal particles as it spins, meaning the cutting face stays sharp and open. You get a smooth, aggressive cut from the first spark to the nub. With a thickness of just 3/64", this wheel slices through material with surgical precision. You aren't grinding your way through; you're zipping through. This thin kerf means less metal turns to dust, less heat builds up in your workpiece, and you get a straighter cut with barely any burr to clean up afterwards.
Why struggle with hacksaws, plasma cutters that leave messy edges, or wheels that just can't hack it? The ZIP ALU™ is perfect for those custom aluminum fabrication jobs, boat repairs, or diamond plate work. It runs cool, which saves your material from heat discoloration, and it runs true, saving your wrists from fighting the grinder. Plus, because it doesn't clog, one wheel lasts significantly longer than you'd expect, saving you money in the long run.
This 5-pack is the perfect size to toss in your bag so you're always ready for non-ferrous jobs. Whether you are cutting tubing, sheet, or bar stock, the Walter ZIP ALU™ gives you the confidence to tackle aluminum projects with the same speed and ease as mild steel. Stop fighting your tools and start getting better results with a wheel that actually works with you.
| Additional Information |
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| Diameter:5" |
| Thickness:3/64" |
| Arbor In:7/8" |
| Used To Cut:Aluminum, Non-Ferrous Metals |
| Packaging Description:5 per pack |
| Brand:Walter Surface Technologies |
| Wheel Type:Type 1 |
| Max RPM:12,200 |
| Material Application:Aluminum, Aluminum Alloys, Non-Ferrous Metals |