Vortex Tool Series 3200 Viper Three-Flute Compression Spiral Router Bit – 1/2 in Diameter x 1 in Cutting Length
Three-Flute Viper
Compression Spiral
A Vortex Tool Series 3200 three-flute solid-carbide compression spiral with a 1/2-inch cutting diameter, 1-inch cutting-edge length, 0.550-inch upcut length, 1/2-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length. The three-flute design supports faster feed capability and excellent finishes on both sides of compatible routed material.
Main Product Description
The Vortex Tool 3235 is part of the Series 3200 three-flute compression-spiral range. Its upcut and downcut flute sections compress the material toward the centre of the cut, helping prevent chipping or fuzzing along the top and bottom edges.
Vortex identifies this three-flute design as one of its more popular tool configurations. The additional cutting edge supports faster feed capability while maintaining excellent finishes on both sides of compatible material, making the series well suited to modern high-speed CNC routing environments.
The verified 3235 configuration uses a 1/2-inch cutting-edge diameter, 1-inch cutting-edge length, 1/2-inch shank, 3-inch overall length, 0.550-inch upcut section, three flutes, and right-hand rotation. Vortex lists 3235L as the separate left-hand version, so spindle direction must be confirmed before installation.
Best Fit Applications
Product Highlights
Three-Flute Feed Capability
The three-flute design provides an additional cutting edge to support faster feed capability in compatible high-speed routing operations.
Two-Sided Edge Control
Combined upcut and downcut flute sections compress the cut toward the workpiece centre to help control chipping and fuzzing on both faces.
Compact 1/2-Inch Format
The 1/2-inch format pairs a 1-inch cutting length with a 0.550-inch upcut section, 1/2-inch shank, and 3-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, workpiece support, workholding, and chip evacuation before use. Program the cut so the 0.550-inch upcut section and compression transition are positioned correctly within the workpiece. Final feed and speed values must be established for the machine, material, cut depth, and required finish.
Three-Flute Compression Control
Vortex Tool 3235 combines Series 3200 three-flute compression geometry with a verified 1/2-inch cutting diameter, 1-inch cutting length, 0.550-inch upcut, 1/2-inch shank, and 3-inch overall length.
The solid-carbide design is intended for compatible high-speed routing applications where faster feed capability and excellent finishes on both sides of the material are important production goals.