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Vortex Shim - Spare Part For Turning Tool Holders/Boring Bars - MC1604
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Description
Vortex Shim is a spare part designed for turning tool holders and boring bars (MC1604). It’s part of Vortex Tools, a Protool own-brand range that focuses on practical, dependable tooling for professional workshops.
Vortex Tools sources products from market-leading manufacturers worldwide in large quantities to bring you the latest, innovative tooling. This approach helps ensure the shim you buy meets real-world needs and is readily available when you need a replacement part.
- Direct spare-part for turning tool holders/boring bars: A purpose-built shim you can rely on to replace worn or missing components and keep your tooling setup intact.
- Brand-backed reliability: From Vortex Tools, a Protool own-brand, with sourcing from leading manufacturers to support consistent quality and availability.
- Ready-to-use, quick replacement: Simple, straightforward part that reduces downtime when you need a replacement in your turning or boring setup.
By keeping this shim on hand, you minimize downtime and support consistent results across projects. It helps you maintain a smooth workflow and complete jobs with fewer interruptions.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- PRO1700043
- Brand
- Vortex
- Category
- Spares
Need cutting data? Call 01732 887334 or email sales@protool-ltd.co.uk.
Delivery
Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 ex VAT. In-stock items ordered before 4:30pm are dispatched the same working day. Full delivery information.
Returns
14-day returns on unused stock items in original packaging. Special-order and bespoke tooling is non-returnable. Read our returns policy.
Technical Support
Over 30 years of machining experience behind the counter. Call 01732 887334, Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.
Trade Accounts
Credit accounts, contract pricing and scheduled call-off orders available for trade customers. Apply for an account.
What time are Protool open?
We are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.
Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?
Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.
We also offer the following:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
- DPD Local Next Day — £8.00 (FREE on orders over £100 ex VAT*). Standard next day delivery to UK mainland addresses.
- Royal Mail Special Delivery — £12.50. Guaranteed delivery before 1pm the next working day.
- DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.
For delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, or overseas locations, additional charges apply. Please see our delivery page for full details, or call us on 01732 887 334.
*T's & C's and exclusions apply. Please see our delivery page for more information on all our services.