Two-Sided Edge Control
Compression geometry directs the cut toward the panel centre to help reduce chipping and fuzzing on both faces of compatible materials.
Vortex Tool 1/2" “The Viper” 2-Flute Compression Spiral Router Bit
CA$222.85
In stock
SKU
3162
Product Type
Two-Flute Compression Spiral Router Bit
Series
Vortex Tool Series 3100 “The Viper”
Cutting Geometry
Upcut and downcut compression geometry · Right-hand rotation
Cutting Diameter
1/2 in
Cutting Edge Length
2 in
Upcut Length
0.800 in
Shank / Overall Length
1/2 in shank · 4 in overall length
Cutting Material
Solid Carbide
Application
Double-sided laminates,melamine,vinyl,high-pressure laminates and painted board · Not recommended below 5/8 in thickness
Two-Flute Viper
Compression Spiral
Series 3100
A Vortex Tool Series 3100 “The Viper” two-flute solid-carbide compression spiral with a 1/2-inch cutting diameter, 2-inch cutting-edge length, 0.800-inch upcut length, 1/2-inch shank, and 4-inch overall length. The compression geometry supports clean top and bottom edges in compatible double-sided laminated panel materials.
1/2 inCutting Diameter
2 inCutting Edge Length
0.800 inUpcut Length
2Flutes
2-Flute Compression Spiral
This Series 3100 Viper router bit combines upcut and downcut flute sections to direct cutting forces toward the centre of the panel and help prevent chipping or fuzzing on both faces of compatible materials.
Solid CarbideThe ViperRight-HandSKU 3162
Designed for compatible CNC routers and routing machines using a correctly sized 1/2-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm spindle rotation, tool projection, panel thickness, cut depth, RPM, feed, workholding, and chip evacuation before production use.
Main Product Description
The Vortex Tool 3162 is part of the Series 3100 “The Viper” two-flute compression-spiral range. Its upcut and downcut flute sections compress the cut toward the centre of the panel, helping reduce chipping or fuzzing along both the top and bottom edges.
Vortex identifies Series 3100 compression spirals for double-sided laminates including melamine, vinyl, high-pressure laminates, and painted board. The Viper flute geometry is designed to support productive cutting, extended sharpening life, and consistent performance throughout the tool’s useful service life.
The verified 3162 configuration uses a 1/2-inch cutting-edge diameter, 2-inch cutting-edge length, 1/2-inch shank, 4-inch overall length, 0.800-inch upcut section, two flutes, and right-hand rotation. Correct collet condition, spindle runout, projection, feed, RPM, workholding, and chip evacuation are essential to finish quality and tool life.
Technical Specifications
Series 3100 · SKU 3162
- Vortex Tool
- Two-Flute Compression Spiral Router Bit
- 3162
- 3100 — “The Viper”
- 1/2 in
- 2 in
- 1/2 in
- 4 in
- 2
- Right-Hand
- Solid Carbide
- Upcut Length: 0.800 in · Cutting Geometry: Upcut / Downcut Compression · Minimum Recommended Material Thickness: 5/8 in
- Double-Sided Laminates · Melamine Panels · Vinyl-Laminated Panels
- Designed for compatible CNC routers and routing machines using a correctly sized 1/2-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm spindle rotation, tool projection, panel thickness, cut depth, RPM, feed, workholding, and chip evacuation before production use.
Best Fit Applications
Double-Sided Laminates
Melamine Panels
Vinyl-Laminated Panels
High-Pressure Laminates
Painted Board
Product Highlights
Viper Flute Geometry
Series 3100 uses Vortex Viper flute geometry for productive compression routing and extended sharpening life through the tool’s useful service.
Two-Inch Cutting Length
The 1/2-inch format pairs a 2-inch cutting length with a 0.800-inch upcut section, 1/2-inch shank, and 4-inch overall length.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Confirm a clean, undamaged 1/2-inch collet or compatible holder, correct right-hand spindle rotation, adequate shank engagement, safe tool projection, machine RPM limits, feed rate, panel support, workholding, and chip evacuation before use. Program the cut so the 0.800-inch upcut section and compression transition are positioned correctly within the workpiece, and do not use this Series 3100 configuration in material thinner than 5/8 inch.
Viper Compression Control
Vortex Tool 3162 combines Series 3100 Viper two-flute compression geometry with a verified 1/2-inch cutting diameter, 2-inch cutting length, 0.800-inch upcut, 1/2-inch shank, and 4-inch overall length.
The solid-carbide design is intended for compatible double-sided laminate routing where clean top and bottom edges, productive cutting, and serviceable sharpening life are important production goals.