Aluminum-Specific Geometry
Series 5600A geometry is developed to support finish quality and chip evacuation in compatible aluminum sheet, block, and extrusion grades.
Vortex Tool Single-Edge Upcut O-Flute Aluminum Router Bit, 8mm × 20mm
CA$999.99
In stock
SKU
5685A
Product Type
Single-edge upcut O-flute aluminum router bit
Series
Vortex Tool Series 5600A
Cutting Geometry
One O-flute cutting edge · Upcut spiral · Right-hand rotation
Cutting Diameter
8 mm
Cutting Edge Length
20 mm
Shank / Overall Length
8 mm shank · 64 mm overall length
Cutting Material
Solid carbide
Chip Direction
Upward chip removal
Applications
CNC machining of compatible aluminum sheet,block and extrusions
Aluminum
Upcut O-Flute
Series 5600A
A solid-carbide, single-edge upcut O-flute spiral developed for CNC machining of compatible aluminum sheet, block, and extrusion grades. SKU 5685A combines an 8 mm cutting diameter, 20 mm cutting length, 8 mm shank, 64 mm overall length, and aluminum-specific Series 5600A geometry.
8 mmCutting Diameter
20 mmCutting Edge Length
Single EdgeO-Flute Geometry
UpcutChip Direction
Single-Edge Aluminum O-Flute
Series 5600A uses aluminum-specific single-edge O-flute geometry intended to support finish quality and chip evacuation when machining compatible sheet, block, and extrusion grades of aluminum.
Solid CarbideSingle EdgeUpcutSKU 5685A
Designed for compatible CNC routers and machining systems using a precision 8 mm collet or holder. Confirm aluminum grade, workholding, tool projection, chip evacuation, lubrication or cooling strategy, and programmed cutting parameters before production.
Main Product Description
The Vortex Tool 5685A is the 8 mm model in the Series 5600A single-edge O-flute upcut family for aluminum. Vortex specifies this series for machining most compatible sheet, block, and extrusion grades of aluminum in CNC applications.
Its aluminum-specific O-flute geometry is designed to support finish quality and chip evacuation. The upcut spiral directs chips upward through the routed path, making secure workholding and effective extraction important throughout profiling, pocketing, and slotting operations.
The verified configuration uses an 8 mm cutting-edge diameter, 20 mm cutting-edge length, 8 mm shank, and 64 mm overall length. Correct collet condition, tool projection, entry strategy, spindle speed, feed, chip evacuation, and the selected lubrication or cooling method remain essential for controlled aluminum machining.
Technical Specifications
Aluminum Upcut O-Flute · SKU 5685A
- Vortex Tool
- Single-Edge Upcut O-Flute Spiral Router Bit
- 5685A
- Series 5600A
- 8 mm
- 20 mm
- 8 mm
- 64 mm
- Single Edge / One Flute
- Right Hand
- Solid Carbide
- Cutting Direction: Upcut · Flute Form: O-Flute for Aluminum · Primary Machine Type: CNC Routing and Machining Applications · Cut Behaviour: Upward Chip Removal
- Verified Materials: Compatible Aluminum Sheet, Block, and Extrusion Grades
- Designed for compatible CNC routers and machining systems using a precision 8 mm collet or holder. Confirm aluminum grade, workholding, tool projection, chip evacuation, lubrication or cooling strategy, and programmed cutting parameters before production.
Best Fit Applications
Aluminum Sheet Routing
Aluminum Block Machining
Aluminum Extrusions
Upcut Chip Evacuation
CNC Profiling & Pocketing
Product Highlights
Single-Edge O-Flute
The verified single cutting edge uses O-flute geometry with upward chip removal for dedicated CNC aluminum-routing applications.
Metric 8 mm Format
The 8 mm cutting diameter and shank are paired with a verified 20 mm cutting length and 64 mm overall length.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Use a clean, undamaged precision 8 mm collet or compatible holder with adequate shank engagement and minimum practical projection. Confirm that the workpiece is a compatible aluminum grade and verify clearance for the 20 mm cutting length and 64 mm overall length. Upcut geometry can lift inadequately secured material, so use rigid workholding and confirm the programmed entry, spindle speed, feed, chip evacuation, and lubrication or cooling strategy for the machine and alloy. Inspect the cutting edge and shank before use and remove damaged tooling from service.
Metric O-Flute Geometry for CNC Aluminum Machining
Vortex Tool 5685A combines solid-carbide construction, a single-edge upcut O-flute, and Series 5600A aluminum geometry in a metric 8 mm cutting configuration.
Correct alloy identification, collet fit, tool projection, workholding, cutting parameters, chip evacuation, and lubrication or cooling strategy are essential for controlled routing of compatible aluminum sheet, block, and extrusions.