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Vortex Shim Pin - Spare Part For Turning Tool Holders/Boring Bars - SP3

Vortex Shim Pin - Spare Part For Turning Tool Holders/Boring Bars - SP3

SKU:PRO1700085
The Vortex Shim Pin SP3 is a dedicated spare part for turning tool holders and boring bars. As part of the Vortex Tools Protool own brand, this shim pin is designed to keep tooling properly seate... Read more ↓
Specification
TypePin
ISO CodeSP3
£2.17
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2 weeks estimated lead time — subject to availability
Free delivery over £50 ex VAT
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The Vortex Shim Pin SP3 is a dedicated spare part for turning tool holders and boring bars. As part of the Vortex Tools Protool own brand, this shim pin is designed to keep tooling properly seated and aligned, enabling fast, reliable replacements in busy workshops.

Ideal for engineers, machinists, and maintenance teams, it provides a compact, dependable component you can trust to restore accurate fit and consistent performance in everyday setups.

  • Direct, drop-in replacement: Quick and straightforward to install, returning your turning tool holders and boring bars to proper seating without hassle.
  • Durable, reliable spacing: Maintains consistent tool gap and alignment, reducing set-up time and improving repeatable cutting performance.
  • Genuine Vortex spare part: Sourced from leading manufacturers and backed by the Protool-owned Vortex Tools brand for availability and consistent quality.

With the SP3 shim pin in your spare parts kit, you gain smoother tool changes, dependable alignment, and reduced downtime, helping you complete jobs with reliable results and steady workflow.

Type Pin
ISO Code SP3

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.

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