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Vortex Shim Pin - Spare Part For Turning Tool Holders/Boring Bars - SP4
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Description
Vortex Shim Pin is a compact spare part designed for turning tool holders and boring bars. As part of the Vortex Tools Protool line, this shim pin helps keep your tooling aligned and performing consistently, so your projects finish with the accuracy you expect.
Specifically tailored for SP4 turning tool holders, this shim pin supports quick maintenance in busy shops, garages, and production environments—so you can stay productive without long downtime.
- Precise alignment companion: Helps maintain consistent tool height and seating, reducing setup errors and improving finish quality.
- Quick, easy replacement: Drop-in spare part that minimizes downtime when shims wear or shift during use.
- SP4 compatibility for reliable seating: Form-fit design ensures dependable seating on SP4 turning tool holders/boring bars for steady performance.
With the shim pin in place, you reduce setting errors, minimize rework, and preserve the life of your cutting tools by maintaining correct insert height and seating. Its straightforward, drop-in design enables faster changeovers and steadier cuts across a range of materials, helping you improve throughput and overall machining results.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- PRO1700086
- 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.