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Vortex 1/2 Round File - 6 Inch - Smooth Cut

Vortex 1/2 Round File - 6 Inch - Smooth Cut

SKU:PRO2300036

The Vortex 1/2 Round File is a versatile metalworking tool designed to handle both flat and curved surfaces with ease. Its half-round profile combines a flat filing face on one side and a curved ... Read more ↓
Type1/2 Round Files
Overall Length6 Inch
FinishSmooth Cut
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Description

The Vortex 1/2 Round File is a versatile metalworking tool designed to handle both flat and curved surfaces with ease. Its half-round profile combines a flat filing face on one side and a curved face on the other, enabling deburring, smoothing, and shaping in a single, efficient step. Crafted for machinists, engineers, and metalworkers, this file delivers precise control and durable performance across a wide range of projects.

At 6 inches in length, it strikes a practical balance between reach and maneuverability, making it well-suited for work on small parts, tight corners, and delicate details. The Smooth Cut construction helps you achieve a cleaner, more consistent finish, supporting accurate contours, refined edges, and dependable results over time.

  • Two‑in‑one half‑round profile: The tool combines a flat filing face on one side and a curved filing face on the other, allowing deburring, smoothing, and shaping on both flat and curved surfaces without swapping tools.
  • 6‑inch length for precise control: Offers a balanced length that enables precise work on small parts and tight corners, reducing effort and improving accuracy.
  • Smooth Cut finish for refined results: The smooth-cut design provides a cleaner finish with fewer passes, ideal for finishing concave surfaces, rounding edges, and achieving a consistent look across projects.

The Vortex 1/2 Round File helps you streamline workflows by handling multiple surface tasks with one tool, reducing tool changes and setup time. Its dual-face design lets you tackle flat planes and curved contours in a single pass, while the 6-inch length keeps control comfortable in tight spaces. The Smooth Cut finish delivers professional, uniform results on deburred, smoothed, and shaped parts, supporting reliable performance in workshops, labs, and on the job site.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
PRO2300036
Brand
Vortex
Category
Engineers Files
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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

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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 1/2 Round Files

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Product SKUTypeOverall LengthFinishPriceStock Order
PRO2300031 1/2 Round Files4 InchBastard Cut£4.83 4-6 weeks
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PRO2300033 1/2 Round Files4 InchSmooth Cut£6.14 In Stock
PRO2300034 1/2 Round Files6 InchBastard Cut£5.72 4-6 weeks
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PRO2300037 1/2 Round Files8 InchBastard Cut£6.81 In Stock
PRO2300038 1/2 Round Files8 InchSecond Cut£7.16 In Stock
PRO2300039 1/2 Round Files8 InchSmooth Cut£8.43 In Stock
PRO2300040 1/2 Round Files10 InchBastard Cut£9.13 In Stock
PRO2300041 1/2 Round Files10 InchSecond Cut£9.41 In Stock
PRO2300042 1/2 Round Files10 InchSmooth Cut£11.23 In Stock
PRO2300043 1/2 Round Files12 InchBastard Cut£11.23 4-6 weeks
PRO2300044 1/2 Round Files12 InchSecond Cut£11.67 In Stock
PRO2300045 1/2 Round Files12 InchSmooth Cut£14.18 4-6 weeks

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