Thread: JT33 keyless chuck?

Originally Posted by nadroj

I'm finding it hard to buy a good keyless chuck for my drill press in this uncommon taper (for Australia). I tried a couple of cheapies, but the runout is so bad it's not funny. It doesn't have to be super accurate, but I at least don't want to see the thing wobbling! Any pointers to a supplier in Oz?
Jacobs taper JT33, capacity 1/2 inch/ 13mm.

Jordan

Mcjing's or H&F's?

Dave

Originally Posted by Dave J

Mcjing's or H&F's?

Dave

No JT33 from those folks, Dave.
And, I've become a bit wary of "no name" drill chucks!
They are available from the States, in good name brands. But I thought I might save the postage, if I can find one here.

Thanks,
Jordan

HI,
Go to Ebay Australia and Type in 'jt33' or 'jt33 chuck' do this in all categories and You will get results.

Jordan,

I you do decide to look further a field, this might help.

Bob

Originally Posted by steran50

HI,
Go to Ebay Australia and Type in 'jt33' or 'jt33 chuck' do this in all categories and You will get results.

Yep, all overseas.

Jordan

Originally Posted by Anorak Bob

I you do decide to look further a field, this might help.

Nice old parchments, thanks Bob. The current Jacobs seem to be made in China, but they carry the famous maker's brand so hopefully are good gear. Albrecht is probably a bit better than needed - they always do top notch stuff, don't they? Rohm is looking likely.

Jordan

Jordan,

I've purchased all my Jacobs chucks on US Ebay. They are ball bearing Super chucks. They dont slip, but unfortunately, aren't available with a 33 taper socket. I have a 1/2" Rohm Supra keyless chuck that I used to use in the lathe tailstock, but now I only use the the Jacobs.

Is the 33 taper an integral part of the drill's spindle?

BT

I wouldn't sweat the postage too much. The maximum you should pay for something like that would be US$45, and if you get it through a retailer there would be still plenty of room in the pre-paid box for other goodies. I haven't looked for you, but try Enco, I've always found their service excellent and freight very reasonable.

On the other hand if you must buy local, pick an engineering supplier of choice, they should be able to order one in. Just don't forget the Vaseline for the rodgering that will accompany it

Pete

Edit: ergh I'm breaking for a cup of tea so thought I'd check for you anyway. Here you go, genuine Jacobs keyless chuck 80 bucks Oz, plus no more than 40 for freight (almost certainly less) http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INSRIT?P...PMAKA=319-3119 I see a local well known retailer selling some Chinese POS (with the wrong taper for you) for almost a hundred, so I'd call this one an easy decision in my books anyway.

Hi Jordan,

Blackwoods have the Rohm keyless in a JT33

CHUCK KEYLESS ROHM 20101 10MMCAP 33 J/T (02680813) | Blackwoods


Regards
Ray

Originally Posted by RayG

Hi Jordan,

Blackwoods have the Rohm keyless in a JT33

CHUCK KEYLESS ROHM 20101 10MMCAP 33 J/T (02680813) | Blackwoods


Regards
Ray

Thanks Ray,
It's too small at 10mm. I'm after 13mm and checked the Blackwoods online catalogue - they don't list this size.

Jordan

Originally Posted by Anorak Bob

Is the 33 taper an integral part of the drill's spindle?

Yes, there's no morse taper unfortunately. It's a nice old Walker-Turner drill press, ex-CSIRO. I looked up the model, it was patented in 1935 although I'm sure mine is more recent. It has 4 special, sealed bearings in the quill and pulley. I thought I was snookered there. However, I was able to buy new ones from USA for $40 the lot, delivery included.

Jordan

Originally Posted by Pete F

Here you go, genuine Jacobs keyless chuck 80 bucks Oz, plus no more than 40 for freight (almost certainly less) Enco - Guaranteed Lowest Prices on Machinery, Tools and Shop Supplies I see a local well known retailer selling some Chinese POS (with the wrong taper for you) for almost a hundred, so I'd call this one an easy decision in my books anyway.

Thanks Pete. It's a coincidence that I sent an email to Enco earlier today, as I wasn't sure if they export - sounds like they do, so this is shaping up as a likely source.

Jordan

yes Enco certainly export and I find them extremely helpful in making this happen. Unless you need it in a real hurry, make sure they understand you want it freighted the cheapest method, typically USPS. It should then go on your account details and than any subsequent orders will be sent that way.

I know there are many of us here who have absolutely no hesitation in buying from foreign companies. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to support the local guy, but some times I get the impression they can't be bothered with us "small guys" anyway.

Pete