48M776 - Walter Replacement Gear Housing Assembly

Precision Engineered Replacement Housing

The Walter 48M776 Gear Housing Complete is a critical replacement component designed to restore the functionality and safety of specific Walter Surface Technologies power tools. Manufactured to the exact specifications of the original equipment, this housing assembly serves as the structural foundation for the tool's transmission system. It is constructed from a high-grade, die-cast metal alloy chosen for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and thermal conductivity properties.

In high-performance angle grinders and finishing tools, the gear housing plays a dual role: it maintains the precise orthogonal alignment between the pinion and the crown gear, and it acts as a heat sink to dissipate thermal energy generated during operation. A compromised housing—whether cracked from impact or worn from extensive use—can lead to gear misalignment, increased vibration, and catastrophic failure of the internal transmission components. This OEM replacement ensures that all internal tolerances are maintained, preserving the longevity of the motor and gear set.

The "Complete" designation typically indicates that this unit is not merely a bare shell but includes the necessary machining and integrated features required for immediate assembly. This often encompasses precision-bored bearing seats and the integration points for the spindle lock mechanism. By utilizing a genuine Walter part, maintenance personnel ensure that the replacement process is seamless, with no modifications required for fitment. This part is essential for maintaining the CE/UL safety ratings of the tool, as it provides the primary physical barrier between the operator and the high-speed gearing mechanism.

For industrial maintenance teams, stocking critical spares like the 48M776 allows for rapid turnaround on tool repairs, minimizing downtime in production environments where Walter tools are heavily utilized for grinding, cutting, and finishing operations.