Custom Cutters Quicker
An online quoting service is said to speed and simplify quoting and purchasing of custom cutting tools.
Delivery time of custom tools is said to be two to four weeks using this online service.
Some machining applications require custom cutting tools that might have unique diameters, multiple stepped features and so on. Walter Xpress from Walter USA is the cutting tool manufacturer’s online quoting service that speeds the procurement process for custom tools. Once logged in, users input information related to tool type, workpiece material, feature geometry data (such as chamfer angle on hole), etc. Once completed, they receive a confirmation email 30 minutes or sooner containing price quote, approval drawing and 3D CAD model. Delivery time is said to be two to four weeks from receipt of order. This service is offered for custom solid carbide drills and milling cutters as well as indexable-insert models.
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