Vortex feeds & speeds
39 published settings for 4 Vortex bits: flat end mill. Materials: acrylic, aluminum, high pressure laminate, mdf, phenolic / paperstone, plastic, softwood, solid surface, wood / mdf.
Vortex's own sources (get the CAM tool files there):
| Bit | Type | Diameter | Flutes | Materials | Chip load (in) | Feed IPM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solid carbide spiral | flat end mill | 1/8" | – | 8 | 0.002–0.007 | – |
| Solid carbide spiral | flat end mill | 1/4" | – | 9 | 0.004–0.016 | – |
| Solid carbide spiral | flat end mill | 3/8" | – | 9 | 0.006–0.023 | – |
| Solid carbide spiral | flat end mill | 1/2" | – | 9 | 0.008–0.027 | – |
FAQ
Where does Vortex publish its feeds and speeds?
ChipLoad uses 1 published Vortex source: https://www.vortextool.com/media/assets/chipLoadChart.pdf. Every row on this page links to the one it came from.
What chip load does Vortex publish for a 1/4 in flat end mill?
0.004–0.016 in per tooth across 10 published settings (acrylic, aluminum, high pressure laminate, mdf, phenolic / paperstone, plastic, softwood, solid surface, wood / mdf), depending on material and machine class.