Two-Flute Finishing Geometry
The Series 1200 design is intended for smooth-edge cutting across a broad range of compatible general-purpose routing applications.
Vortex Tool 3/8" × 1-1/4" 2-Flute Upcut Finishing Spiral Router Bit
CA$999.99
In stock
SKU
1240
Product Type
Two-Flute Upcut Finishing Spiral Router Bit
Series
Vortex Tool Series 1200
Cutting Geometry
Two-flute upcut finishing geometry · Right-hand rotation
Cutting Diameter
3/8 in
Cutting Edge Length
1-1/4 in
Shank / Overall Length
3/8 in shank · 3 in overall length
Cutting Material
Solid Carbide
Application
Smooth-edge general-purpose CNC routing with a clean bottom finish and upward chip evacuation
Two-Flute Upcut
Finishing Spiral
Series 1200
A Vortex Tool Series 1200 two-flute solid-carbide upcut finishing spiral with a 3/8-inch cutting diameter, 1-1/4-inch cutting-edge length, 3/8-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length. Its helical cutting geometry is designed for smooth-edge routing, a clean bottom finish, and upward chip evacuation in compatible general-purpose applications.
3/8 inCutting Diameter
1-1/4 inCutting Edge Length
3/8 inShank Diameter
2Flutes
2-Flute Upcut Finisher
This Series 1200 solid-carbide finishing tool uses two helical upcut flutes to reduce material contact while cutting, support a smooth routed edge, and carry chips upward from the cutting zone.
Solid CarbideUpcut2 FlutesSKU 1240
Designed for compatible CNC routers and routing machines using a clean, correctly sized 3/8-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm spindle rotation, shank engagement, tool projection, RPM, feed, workholding, and material suitability before production use.
Main Product Description
The Vortex Tool 1240 is part of the Series 1200 two-flute upcut finishing spiral range. Vortex positions this geometry as a popular general-purpose finishing design for routing applications where a smooth edge cut is required and no specialized cutting condition calls for a different flute configuration.
Its helical cutting edge reduces the amount of material contact while the tool is engaged. The upcut spiral draws chips upward from the cut and supports a smooth bottom finish in compatible grooves, dados, profiles, and through-routing operations when the tool is matched correctly to the material and toolpath.
The verified 1240 configuration uses a 3/8-inch cutting-edge diameter, 1-1/4-inch cutting-edge length, 3/8-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length. Correct collet condition, spindle runout, tool projection, feed rate, RPM, cut depth, chip evacuation, and workholding remain essential to finish quality and tool life.
Technical Specifications
Series 1200 · SKU 1240
- Vortex Tool
- Two-Flute Upcut Finishing Spiral Router Bit
- 1240
- 1200 — Two-Flute Upcut Finishing Spirals
- 3/8 in
- 1-1/4 in
- 3/8 in
- 3 in
- 2
- Right-Hand
- Solid Carbide
- Cutting Direction: Upcut · Primary Cut Behaviour: Smooth Edge, Clean Bottom Finish, and Upward Chip Evacuation
- Smooth-Edge CNC Routing · Groove & Dado Finishing · General Profile Routing
- Designed for compatible CNC routers and routing machines using a clean, correctly sized 3/8-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm spindle rotation, shank engagement, tool projection, RPM, feed, workholding, and material suitability before production use.
Best Fit Applications
Smooth-Edge CNC Routing
Groove & Dado Finishing
General Profile Routing
Compatible Wood Materials
Compatible Plastic Materials
Product Highlights
Upward Chip Evacuation
The upcut spiral carries chips upward from the cutting zone while supporting a smooth bottom finish in compatible routed features.
Compact Imperial Configuration
The 3/8-inch cutting diameter and 1-1/4-inch cutting length are paired with a matching 3/8-inch shank and 3-inch overall length.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Confirm a clean, undamaged 3/8-inch collet or compatible toolholder, correct right-hand spindle rotation, adequate shank engagement, safe tool projection, machine RPM limits, feed rate, cut depth, chip evacuation, workholding, and material support before use. Upcut geometry draws chips and cutting forces upward, so secure part hold-down and suitable dust extraction are important for stable routing and consistent finish quality.
Clean General-Purpose Finishing
Vortex Tool 1240 combines two-flute upcut finishing geometry with a verified 3/8-inch cutting diameter, 1-1/4-inch cutting length, 3/8-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length for compatible precision CNC routing operations.
Correct collet fit, spindle condition, tool projection, feed, RPM, cut depth, chip evacuation, workholding, and material selection are essential to achieving the intended smooth edge and clean bottom finish.