Polished O-Flute Geometry
Series 5600 uses a polished single-edge O-flute that supports chip formation, reduced heat, and lubricity without an added coating.
Vortex Tool Single-Edge Upcut O-Flute Router Bit, 1/8" × 1/4"
CA$999.99
In stock
SKU
5609
Product Type
Single-edge upcut O-flute spiral router bit
Series
Vortex Tool Series 5600
Cutting Geometry
One polished O-flute cutting edge · Upcut spiral · Right-hand rotation
Cutting Diameter
1/8 in
Cutting Edge Length
1/4 in
Shank / Overall Length
1/4 in shank · 2 in overall length
Cutting Material
Solid carbide
Material Focus
Compatible hard plastics
Application
CNC hard-plastic routing with upward chip evacuation
Single-Edge
Upcut O-Flute
Series 5600
A Vortex Tool Series 5600 single-edge solid-carbide upcut O-flute router bit with a 1/8-inch cutting-edge diameter, 1/4-inch cutting-edge length, 1/4-inch shank, and 2-inch overall length. Its polished flute supports chip formation and upward chip removal when routing compatible hard plastics on CNC equipment.
1/8 inCutting Diameter
1/4 inCutting Edge Length
1/4 inShank Diameter
1Flute
1-Flute Upcut O-Flute
This Series 5600 solid-carbide router bit combines a polished single-edge O-flute with an upcut spiral for clean routing and upward chip evacuation in compatible hard-plastic CNC applications.
Solid CarbideUpcutHard PlasticsSKU 5609
Designed for compatible CNC routers and machining systems using a clean, correctly sized 1/4-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm right-hand spindle rotation, tool projection, RPM, feed, cutting depth, workholding, chip evacuation, and plastic-material suitability before production use.
Main Product Description
The Vortex Tool 5609 is part of the Series 5600 single-edge O-flute upcut spiral range for plastic machining. Vortex identifies this family for clean cutting in hard plastics with upward chip removal that can support surface-finish quality.
Its polished single-edge O-flute provides an open flute area that helps chips curl and form, while the upcut spiral directs chips upward and away from the cutting zone. Vortex notes that the polished flute reduces heat and adds lubricity without the use of coatings.
The verified 5609 configuration uses a 1/8-inch cutting-edge diameter, 1/4-inch cutting-edge length, 1/4-inch shank, and 2-inch overall length. Correct collet condition, spindle runout, tool projection, feed rate, RPM, cutting depth, workholding, and chip-removal strategy remain essential to finish quality and tool life.
Technical Specifications
Series 5600 · SKU 5609
- Vortex Tool
- Single-Edge Upcut O-Flute Spiral Router Bit
- 5609
- 5600 — Single-Edge O-Flute Upcut Spirals
- 1/8 in
- 1/4 in
- 1/4 in
- 2 in
- 1
- Right-Hand
- Solid Carbide
- Cutting Direction: Upcut · Primary Cut Behaviour: Upward Chip Removal with Polished O-Flute Geometry
- Material Focus: Compatible Hard Plastics
- Designed for compatible CNC routers and machining systems using a clean, correctly sized 1/4-inch collet or toolholder. Confirm right-hand spindle rotation, tool projection, RPM, feed, cutting depth, workholding, chip evacuation, and plastic-material suitability before production use.
Best Fit Applications
Hard-Plastic Profile Routing
Hard-Plastic Slot Routing
Hard-Plastic Groove Cutting
Compatible Through Cuts
CNC Plastic Component Routing
Product Highlights
Open Single-Edge O-Flute
The one-flute O-flute design provides an open chip path, while the upcut spiral carries plastic chips upward from the cutting zone.
Verified Compact Configuration
The 1/8-inch cutting diameter is paired with a 1/4-inch cutting length, 1/4-inch shank, and 2-inch overall length.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Confirm a clean, undamaged 1/4-inch collet or compatible holder, correct right-hand spindle rotation, adequate shank engagement, safe tool projection, machine RPM limits, feed rate, cutting depth, chip evacuation, workholding, and plastic-material suitability before use. Upcut geometry directs chips upward and can apply lifting force to the workpiece, so fixturing and cutting strategy must securely support the part throughout the operation.
Hard-Plastic Chip Evacuation
Vortex Tool 5609 combines solid-carbide construction, polished single-edge O-flute geometry, and upward chip removal with a verified 1/8-inch cutting diameter and 1/4-inch cutting length for compatible hard-plastic CNC routing operations.
Correct spindle condition, collet fit, tool projection, feed, RPM, cutting depth, chip evacuation, and workholding are essential to achieving the intended finish and service life.