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Vortex Carbide Spotting Drill - 90° UnCoated - 8mm

Vortex Carbide Spotting Drill - 90° UnCoated - 8mm

SKU:PRO1500212

The Vortex Carbide Spotting Drill is a precision 90° spotting tool designed to create exact starting points for drilling. With an 8 mm diameter, it is suited for a wide range of materials and set... Read more ↓
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Drill Diameter8.00
Flute Length16
Overall Length60
Shank Diameter8
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£20.42
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Description

The Vortex Carbide Spotting Drill is a precision 90° spotting tool designed to create exact starting points for drilling. With an 8 mm diameter, it is suited for a wide range of materials and setups, helping you begin holes exactly where you intend.

Crafted from solid carbide and offered in an uncoated form, this drill delivers exceptional hardness and wear resistance for long tool life and consistent performance. Its sharp cutting edges produce clean, accurate starts, minimizing wander and enabling reliable results right from the first cut.

  • 90° centering precision: The 90-degree point delivers highly accurate hole starts and stable guidance, reducing drift and improving first-pass accuracy during drilling.
  • Solid carbide construction: Hardened carbide provides outstanding wear resistance and durability for extended tool life and dependable performance across tough materials.
  • Efficient 2-flute design: Two cutting edges optimize chip evacuation and cutting action, helping prevent clogging and delivering smooth, consistent starts.

This spotting drill supports faster, more confident machining by delivering clean starts, reducing rework, and maintaining consistent results across projects. It’s a reliable choice for professionals and hobbyists who demand precision and durability from their tooling.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
PRO1500212
Brand
Vortex
Category
Drill
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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.

Ask our technical team about this tool

Not sure if this is the right tool for your job? Ask us about speeds and feeds, material suitability, holders or alternatives — 30+ years of machining experience on the other end.

Prefer to talk? Call 01732 887334 — Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.

Full Range: Vortex Carbide Spotting Drill - 90° 2 Flute Standard (VOR55-SDA)

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Product SKUDrill DiameterFlute LengthOverall LengthShank DiameterCoatedCoolantPriceStock Order
PRO1500208 3.006503UncoatedNO£4.85 In Stock
PRO1500209 4.008504UncoatedNO£4.85 2 weeks
PRO1500210 5.0010505UncoatedNO£9.69 In Stock
PRO1500211 6.0012506UncoatedNO£9.69 In Stock
PRO1500212 Viewing8.0016608UncoatedNO£20.42 2 weeks
PRO1500213 10.00207510UncoatedNO£37.21 In Stock
PRO1500214 12.00257512UncoatedNO£51.40 In Stock
PRO1500215 16.003010016UncoatedNO£117.23 In Stock
PRO1500216 20.003010020UncoatedNO£170.46 In Stock

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