Xtreme Performance Geometry
The Series 1300XP geometry is designed for difficult-to-cut compatible materials where production tool life is a central concern.
Vortex Tool 3/8" × 7/8" 2-Flute Xtreme Performance Downcut Finishing Spiral Router Bit
CA$116.20
In stock
SKU
1340XP
Product Type
Two-Flute Xtreme Performance Downcut Finishing Spiral Router Bit
Series
Vortex Tool Series 1300XP
Cutting Geometry
Two-flute downcut finishing geometry · Right-hand rotation
Cutting Diameter
3/8 in
Cutting Edge Length
7/8 in
Shank / Overall Length
3/8 in shank · 3 in overall length
Cutting Material
Solid Carbide
Application
Clean top-edge routing in compatible difficult-to-cut laminates and engineered wood materials
Xtreme Performance
Downcut Finisher
Series 1300XP
A Vortex Tool Series 1300XP two-flute solid-carbide downcut finishing spiral with a 3/8-inch cutting diameter, 7/8-inch cutting-edge length, 3/8-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length. The downcut geometry is designed to support a clean top edge in compatible dado, groove, and through-cut applications.
3/8 inCutting Diameter
7/8 inCutting Edge Length
3/8 inShank Diameter
2Flutes
2-Flute Downcut Spiral
This Series 1300XP finishing tool uses solid-carbide construction and downcut flute geometry for applications where clean top-edge quality is the primary finish requirement.
Solid CarbideDowncut2 FlutesSKU 1340XP
Designed for compatible CNC routers and routing machines using a correctly sized 3/8-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm spindle rotation, tool projection, RPM, feed, workholding, and material suitability before production use.
Main Product Description
The Vortex Tool 1340XP is part of the Series 1300XP two-flute Xtreme Performance downcut finishing range. It is intended for difficult-to-cut compatible materials where tool life and top-edge finish are important production considerations.
Its downcut flute direction pushes cutting forces toward the workpiece surface, supporting a clean top edge in dado and groove operations and in through cuts where bottom-edge finish is not the primary requirement. The two-flute configuration provides a practical balance of cutting action and chip management when the tool is matched to the application.
The verified 1340XP configuration uses a 3/8-inch cutting-edge diameter, 7/8-inch cutting-edge length, 3/8-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length. Correct collet condition, spindle runout, tool projection, feed rate, RPM, cutting direction, and workholding remain essential to finish quality and tool life.
Technical Specifications
Series 1300XP · SKU 1340XP
- Vortex Tool
- Two-Flute Downcut Finishing Spiral
- 1340XP
- 1300XP — Xtreme Performance
- 3/8 in
- 7/8 in
- 3/8 in
- 3 in
- 2
- Right-Hand
- Solid Carbide
- Cutting Direction: Downcut · Primary Cut Behaviour: Clean Top Edge in Compatible Dado, Groove, and Through Cuts
- Top-Edge-Critical Dado Cutting · Clean Groove Routing · Compatible Through Cuts
- Designed for compatible CNC routers and routing machines using a correctly sized 3/8-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm spindle rotation, tool projection, RPM, feed, workholding, and material suitability before production use.
Best Fit Applications
Top-Edge-Critical Dado Cutting
Clean Groove Routing
Compatible Through Cuts
Difficult-to-Cut Wood Materials
CNC Panel Component Routing
Product Highlights
Clean Top-Edge Focus
Downcut flute direction supports clean top-edge results in dado, groove, and selected through-cut operations.
Verified 3/8-Inch Format
The 3/8-inch cutting diameter and shank are paired with a 7/8-inch cutting length and 3-inch overall length.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Confirm a clean, undamaged 3/8-inch collet or compatible holder, correct right-hand spindle rotation, adequate flute and shank engagement, safe tool projection, machine RPM limits, feed rate, cut depth, chip evacuation, workholding, and material support before use. Downcut geometry directs chips and cutting pressure toward the workpiece, so spoilboard condition, vacuum hold-down, and chip-clearance strategy must suit the operation.
Top-Edge Finishing Performance
Vortex Tool 1340XP combines a two-flute downcut finishing geometry with a verified 3/8-inch cutting diameter, 7/8-inch cutting length, 3/8-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length for compatible routing operations where clean top-edge quality matters.
Correct spindle condition, collet fit, tool projection, feed, RPM, toolpath, chip evacuation, and workholding are essential to achieving the intended finish and service life.