Vortex Tool Company Inc.

High Helix Foam Bits - Series 4100

Series 4100

These tools have been specifically designed for cutting low density foam materials at high feed rates. Very open flute design and high helix angle "augers out" material.

Two Flute Low Helix Upcut Finishers - Series 4200

Series 4200

Our double edge low helix spiral bits are recommended for cutting hard plastics, such as acrylic and phenolics. The lower helix angle produces less "lifting" and "fluttering" of the plastic material. Tools are extremely sharp producing very clean edges on plastic materials requiring little secondary work. These bits also provide great finishes in hardwoods.

Two Flute Low Helix Downcut Finishers - Series 4300

Series 4300

Our double edge low helix spiral bits are recommended for cutting hard plastics, such as acrylic and phenolics. The lower helix angle produces less "lifting" and "fluttering" of the plastic material. Tools are extremely sharp producing very clean edges on plastic materials requiring little secondary work. These bits also provide great finishes in hardwoods.

Three Flute Low Helix Upcut Finishers - Series 4400

Series 4400

The combination of the low helix angle and flute geometry make these tools "razor" sharp. They are recommended for acrylic, phenolics, UHMW, solid surface and dense hardwoods as a super finishing tool. The three flute geometry provides faster feed rate capability, while producing ultra smooth finishes.

Three Flute Low Helix Downcut Finishers - Series 4500

Series 4500

The combination of the low helix angle and flute geometry make these tools "razor" sharp. They are recommended for acrylic, phenolics, UHMW, solid surface and dense hardwoods as a super finishing tool. The three flute geometry provides faster feed rate capability, while producing ultra smooth finishes.

Low Helix Single Edge Finishing Spiral - Series 4600-4700

Series 4600

The single edge low helix spiral is well suited for cutting softer grades of plastic.  This tool combines the aggressive cutting action of single flute geometry with the advantages of low helix geometry to provide a fast, clean cutting tool.  Use where "chip welding" is a problem.

Single Edge "O" Flute Straight - Series 5400

Series 5400

"O" flute tools create the perfect curled chip that allows the softer plastic to be cut without chip rewelding. Ideally suited for plastic materials that form curled chips as opposed to fractured chips. The straight flute design does not import "up" or "down" forces into the part being routed. Therefore, ideally suited for irregularly shaped parts not capable of being thoroughly held in place by vacuum or fixturing.

Double Edge "O" Flute Straight - Series 5500

Series 5500

The double edge "O" flute offers the same cutting characteristics as the single edge "O" flute, but can provide additional life in some materials. Two cutting edges reduce chip loads and produce a stronger cross section. Usually works better on slightly harder plastics.

Single Edge "O" Flute Upcut Spirals for Aluminum - Series 5600A

Series 5600A  This series of tools have specific geometry for optimal finish and chip evacuation for machining most sheet, block and extrusion grades of aluminum.  These tools are designed to give you maxiumum feed rates in all CNC applications that involve cutting aluminum.

Single Edge "O" Flute Upcut - Series 5600

Series 5600

These tools provide good clean cuts in hard plastics while allowing the choice of upward chip removal; which can enhance surface finish.  These tools have been manufactured with a polished flute which allows the chip to curl/form better, reduces heat, and adds lubricity without the use of coatings.  Tools which have an "S" behind the part number have been manufactured with specific geometry for softer plastic.

Single Edge "O" Flute Downcut - Series 5700

Series 5700

These tools provide good clean cuts in hard plastics while allowing the choice of downward chip removal; which can enhance part hold down.  These tools are manufactured with a polished flute which alows the chip to curl/form better, reduces heat and adds lubricity without the use of coatings.  Tools which have an "S" behind the part number were manufactured with specific geometry for softer plastic.

Double Edge "O" Flute Upcut - Series 5800

Series 5800

Developed for cutting harder plastics, such as acrylic, at faster feed rates with a smooth finish. Ideal for CNC applications. Now manufactured with a polished flute to reduce friction inside the cutting edge, run cooler and adding lubricity without the use of coatings.   Upcut tools will enhance part finish.

Double Edge O'Flute Design for Aerospace Sheet Material - Series 5800TSA

Series 5800TSA

This series of aluminum cutting bits are designed specifically for Aerospace aluminum sheet material.  A wide variety of grades in various states of hardness were provided by an internationally renowned aircraft manufacturer.  After extensive testing on our in-house CNC, we developed the specific TSA geometry to perform well in all grades and hardnesses of Aerospace grade aluminum.

Double Edge "O" Flute Downcut - Series 5900

Series 5900

Developed for cutting harder plastics, such as acrylic, at faster feed rates with a smooth finish. Ideal for CNC applications. Now manufactured with a polished flute to reduce friction inside the cutting edge, run cooler and adding lubricity without the use of coatings.   Downcut tools will help with part hold down.

Single Edge "O" Flute Straight Edge Rounding - Series 6000

Series 6000

These solid carbide tools were designed for rounding the edge of plastic sheets or parts. The double edge low helix design provides ultra smooth cuts while allowing for upward or downward chip removal.

Three Flute Upcut Phenolic/Composite Spirals - Series 6100

Series 6100

Three edge O'flute geometry provides excellent finish and extra life when cutting phenolic and composite materials at high feed rates. This tool series will provide a smooth edge cut. The free cutting action of these tools provide for better finishes and signifcantly lower noise levels.

Three Flute Downcut Phenolic/Composite Spirals - Series 6200

Series 6200

Three edge O'flute geometry provides excellent finish and extra life when cutting phenolic and composite materials at high feed rates. This tool series will provide a smooth edge cut. The free cutting action of these tools provide for better finishes and signifcantly lower noise levels.

Medium Burr with Plunge Point No Flutes - Series 6300

Series 6300

Vortex has developed several new series of tools specifically designed for cutting fiberglass materials as well as composites. Choose between no flute burr design, straight flute or compression flute where top and bottom surface quality is a concern. Material must be made of all one type and not contain wood, plastic or aluminum components.

Two Flute Burr With Plunge Point - Series 6400

Series 6400

Vortex has developed several new series of tools specifically designed for cutting fiberglass materials as well as composites. Choose between no flute burr design, straight flute or compression flute where top and bottom surface quality is a concern. Material must be made of all one type and not contain wood, plastic or aluminum components.

Two Flute Compression Burr - Series 6500

Series 6500

Vortex has developed several new series of tools specifically designed for cutting fiberglass materials as well as composites. Choose between no flute burr design, straight flute or compression flute where top and bottom surface quality is a concern. Material must be made of all one type and not contain wood, plastic or aluminum components.