The collet chuck I have always wanted.

[fizzy]

The one that came with my CVA. So simple why aren't they all like this?
Just a drawbar with a handwheel. Takes 5C collets. Not only did the lathe come with a full set but I have loads more including square and hex.
Much easier to change chucks with a camlock.

 

[fizzy]

Lathe runs beautifully as well. Sounds noisy in the video but it isn't really.

 

[MattF]

Any collet chuck is worth its weight in gold. My 3 jaw rarely gets used nowadays. Only when I'm working with something over 20mm diameter.

 

[Mr Fro]

I much prefer the simplicity of a drawbar - much quicker too.

The only downside I think is it's not so easy to tighten them to get a really good grip on the work.

 

[fizzy]

I much prefer the simplicity of a drawbar - much quicker too.

The only downside I think is it's not so easy to tighten them to get a really good grip on the work.

I have a Jacobs Rubberflex chuck for my Triumph. It is incredibly strong but such a faff changing chucks. I am going to mount a crane jib on the wall to make it easier. The Rubberflex chuck is light enough but the 4 jaw is a very hefty beast!

 

[minimutly]

I have a Jacobs Rubberflex chuck for my Triumph. It is incredibly strong but such a faff changing chucks. I am going to mount a crane jib on the wall to make it easier. The Rubberflex chuck is light enough but the 4 jaw is a very hefty beast!

Ay, the four jaw demands a little thought and preparation, and a deep breath. I only use it if I have to.
Just watched the vid - wearing gloves on the lathe? I wouldn't. Didn't you read the post on here about it?
Fingers too useful to lose...

 

[doubleboost]

Lathe runs beautifully as well. Sounds noisy in the video but it isn't really.

THOSE GLOVES ARE BAD NEWS ON A LATHE

 

[eLuSiVeMiTe]

The one that came with my CVA. So simple why aren't they all like this?
Just a drawbar with a handwheel. Takes 5C collets. Not only did the lathe come with a full set but I have loads more including square and hex.
Much easier to change chucks with a camlock.
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Very similar to what I had with my smart and browns except they fitted straight in the spindle

 

[fizzy]

THOSE GLOVES ARE BAD NEWS ON A LATHE

It was 4C in my warehouse.
If you notice my hands go nowhere near the chuck.
I will never use emery or a file on a spinning lathe. If I had to my gloves would be coming off but staying well away from any spinning parts is safer.
Read far too many horror stories on here. Every time it's when touching a spinning part!

 

[Milkybars]

@fizzy the problem is 'WHEN' you forget your wearing them.. seriously its so easy done.

 

[MattF]

or a file on a spinning lathe.

I'm staying quiet.

 

[fizzy]

@fizzy the problem is 'WHEN' you forget your wearing them.. seriously its so easy done.

No doubt but my golden rule is to go nowhere near the chuck or the work when it's spinning!

 

[ronan]

Lathe runs beautifully as well. Sounds noisy in the video but it isn't really.

You should hear my Colchester, sounds like a fight in a scrap yard ! Good score with the collet chuck though.

 

[ronan]

It was 4C in my warehouse.
If you notice my hands go nowhere near the chuck.
I will never use emery or a file on a spinning lathe. If I had to my gloves would be coming off but staying well away from any spinning parts is safer.
Read far too many horror stories on here. Every time it's when touching a spinning part!

I have used a file on a lathe, mainly in knocking burrs off sharp corners. Gloves are bad news on any machine tool, but loose sloppy cuffs on work jackets and overalls are as bad.