Chucks

  • Do Collet Chucks come with a positive stop to set how deep a part sits inside the collet?

    Most ER Collet Chucks do not come with an adjustable positive stop for setting part depth. However, some of our customers use a practical workaround by placing round spacers of varying heights inside the collet chuck. This serves as an effective positive stop, allowing them to control how deep a ...
  • How do I choose the right chuck?

    The right chuck for you will depend on the type of machine tool you are using, the size of the tool or workpiece you need to hold, and the machining operations you will be performing. Consider factors like shank size, gripping force, and accuracy when making your selection.
  • How do pneumatic chucks operate and what are their key features?

    Pneumatic chucks can have up to three pneumatic ports. Most chucks have two: one for clamping/unclamping and the other for Z-clean, which is an air blast for cleaning the top of the chuck. Some of our chucks also feature a third port for the 'Turbo Lock' feature, providing extra clamping force. ...
  • What is a chuck?

    A chuck is a gripping device that holds a cutting tool or workpiece securely in a machine tool, such as a drill press, lathe, EDM, or milling machine. It allows you to rotate or drive the tool or workpiece for machining operations.
  • What types of chucks does System 3R compatible MaxxMacro offer?

    System 3R compatible MaxxMacro offers a variety of chucks to suit different needs, including standard chucks, quick chucks, pneumatic chucks for automation or air guns, and lathe chucks. Different chucks provide varying locking and clamping forces, as well as different sizes for various applicati...