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Vortex Shim - Spare Part For Turning Tool Holders/Boring Bars - PS15476
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Description
Vortex Shim is a compact square spare part designed for turning tool holders and boring bars. As part of the Vortex Tools line and a Protool own brand, it’s sourced from market-leading manufacturers to support reliable, up-to-date tooling in a wide range of workshop setups.
Designed for engineers, machinists, technicians, and hobbyists, this shim helps you fine-tune tool seating and bore alignment so you achieve consistent cuts and repeatable results, even on demanding jobs.
- Centered bore for secure seating: The precision-centered hole ensures the shim sits squarely on the tool holder or boring bar, helping maintain alignment and reduce runout during cutting.
- Compact, durable square design: Built as a robust spare part that withstands typical workshop conditions while delivering repeatable, reliable fits in standard tool setups.
- Easy installation and quick setup: Drop it into place and adjust as needed to dial in effective spacing, minimizing downtime and setup time on busy machines.
This shim helps you achieve dependable, repeatable geometry in your turning and boring operations, leading to better surface finishes, longer tool life, and faster job turnover. With a straightforward, compatible design, it fits into professional workflows without guesswork, so you can trust your tools to perform consistently across tasks and materials.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- PRO1700076
- 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.