Concentrically-Adjustable Collet Chuck Provides 6" Capacity
Lexair’s 16C wrench-operated collet chuck has an integrated A2-5 nose to accommodate standard 16C collets ranging to 1.625", as well as bolt-on closing rings and ID mandrels.
Share
Lexair’s 16C wrench-operated collet chuck has an integrated A2-5 nose to accommodate standard 16C collets ranging to 1.625", as well as bolt-on closing rings and ID mandrels. The chuck, which has a 6"-diameter capacity, features a universal flat back design and is concentrically adjustable for optimum accuracy. The collets are well-suited for use on hybrid CNC/manual lathes, and can also be used with a variety of lathes, mills, grinders, indexers and other rotating spindle equipment, combined with mounting plates available from Lexair.
The model 16C collet is operated via a T-handle chuck wrench and does not require draw bars or cylinders.
Related Content
-
How to Troubleshoot Issues With Tool Life
Diagnosing when a tool is failing is important because it sets an expectation and a benchmark for improvements. Finding out why gives us a clue for how to fix it.
-
How to Mitigate Chatter to Boost Machining Rates
There are usually better solutions to chatter than just reducing the feed rate. Through vibration analysis, the chatter problem can be solved, enabling much higher metal removal rates, better quality and longer tool life.
-
Five Common Mistakes Shops Make with ER Collets (And How to Prevent Them)
Collets play a crucial role in the machining process, so proper tool assembly and maintenance is important. Here are five potential pitfalls to avoid when using ER collets.