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Thread: Head Stock Spindles
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10th November 2006, 05:41 PM #1
Head Stock Spindles
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The crappy chuck I have screws right up to the head stock on the MC because the thread is higher than the spindle (does that make sense?)
However, it simply stops short of the head stock and is not square on the Jet because the thread wont allow you to screw any further in.:mad:
So . .
Do I need some sort of spacer for the jet?:confused: Is it a design fault?:eek: .. or, will I not have this issue when I purchase my new nova scroll chuck in the next few days? ..Although I can't imagine the nova will be much different . . thread wise.
Pls help..... Rich
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10th November 2006, 05:53 PM #2Senior Member
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I think that the MC'sd usually have an M30 x 3,5 spindle while the Jet lathes are either 1" x 8 TPI or 1-1/4" x 8 TPI. You probably need an insert to use the old chuck on the Jet and check about the thread of the new Nova, I think some are compatible with the Jet lathes without an insert.
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10th November 2006, 05:59 PM #3
sorry .. both are 1" x 10 TPI . .
..... Rich
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10th November 2006, 06:01 PM #4
Skewpid,
As Baxter says, the Jet mini has a 1" x 8 thread on the headstock spindle, so when you buy the G3 make sure it comes with the insert for that size thread.
I would buy the chuck with an insert so if you change lathes all you need to do is buy an new insert for the chuck to suit the new lathe. Lot cheaper than buying a new chuck.
Bob
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10th November 2006, 06:03 PM #5
I have seen packing pieces used between the chuck and the spindle. I recall someone ages ago mentioning using white chopping board to stop the chuck from binding on the collar on the spindle, but I think it would work in this situation as well!
Have a nice day - Cheers
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10th November 2006, 06:08 PM #6
Its binding on the thread, not the collar, simply because there is no more thread to bite into with the Jet . .(sorry, trying v hard to explain here)
Its different on the MC due to the thread being proud of the spindle, the chuck just screws pas the end of the thread and flush to the head stock thingy .. so its all square...... Rich
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10th November 2006, 06:16 PM #7
I'm sure I know exactly what you mean. The case I mentioned was an example of it being used, but I think that in your case you have three options
1. Put a packing piece in to make sure that the chuck doesn't get to the end of the thread
2. Have a fitter machine the adapter in the chuck to allow clearance for the non-threaded section on the spindle
3. Remove the spindle from the lathe and have someone machine a relief after the thread.
2&3 are going to cost you heaps. For no.1 all you need is something cheap and solid to place on the thread. I'd go no.1Last edited by RETIRED; 10th November 2006 at 06:24 PM. Reason: Fingers faster than ideas.:)
Have a nice day - Cheers
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10th November 2006, 07:08 PM #8SENIOR MEMBER
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Yes. The manual for the Jet Mini says the spindle thread is 1"-8 but it is actually 1"-10.
The Nova inserts have a clearance to span that last 4-5mm of unthreaded spindle and they screw right up to the shoulder. So it seems your chuck or it's insert, if it has one, is poorly made.Brian
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10th November 2006, 07:08 PM #9
Gotcha Rowan .. but hoping I wasnt gonna have to add a "bit" to the lathe .. should be right just the way it is.
However ... those who have the nova and vic chucks ... question for you.
Does the thread on the chucks extend all the way to the base of the chuck? .. or does it stop shy?:confused:
Ive just looked at the faceplate that came with the jet and the thread stops shy of the end, allowing it to screw that little bit extra to the head stock...... Rich
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10th November 2006, 07:15 PM #10
Ahuh!
Thanks Brian .. that is the answer I was looking for.
So it is the chuck thats crap (it is a cheapy ) and now very happy Im gonna be choosing the better one.
Having said that, now comes another dilema that I hope you all can help with.
I have a MC 1100 and the Jet mini .. will the G3 be ok on the MC? .. even with larger stuff? .. Or, will a supanova be ok on the Jet? . ..(thought it may be a bit too heavy) .. anyone had experience with this?
Thanks again all..... Rich
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10th November 2006, 07:25 PM #11SENIOR MEMBER
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The SuperNova would not be recommended for the Jet Mini. Teknatool say the G3 can handle up to a 14" bowl.
http://www.teknatool.com/products/Ch...a_G3_Chuck.htmBrian
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10th November 2006, 09:28 PM #12
Thanks Brian
..... Rich
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11th November 2006, 04:08 PM #13Woodturner
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Over here the Jet mini spindle is 1" x 8 tpi, as is my General Intl. Maxi-Lathe. My spindle threads stop about 3mm shy of the base, and there is a clearance cut as deep as the threads in that 3mm.
My Compac Nova Chuck, VicMarc 100, and Chinese knockoff of the VicMarc 100 all have a 5mm clearance cut machined before the start of the chuck threads.
I suppose you could take 3mm to 5mm off the beginning of your chuck threads, and solve the problem, or cut the clearance on the spindle (or both). Or use a spacer on the spindle, as long as it is machined flat (a punched out washer will not be flat).
Good luck!!
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11th November 2006, 04:58 PM #14Hewer of wood
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Yeah, I found the Titan chuck wouldn't screw right down to the spindle shoulder on the Vicmarc 175 and a forum member kindly volunteered his son to turn up a steel spacer. I'd tried white plakky chopping board, large washers etc without any luck. Some guys have had success with cutting a spacer from thick leather.
Cheers, Ern
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11th November 2006, 11:47 PM #15
spindle spacer
I had similar a similar problem,my spindle screwed clean through a thin faceplate and pushed against my workpiece. This had the potential to push the job off the faceplate whilst turning.
My solution was to turn a 19mm long spacer from 1" ID steel waterpipe.(On a metal working lathe.)
The spacer now rests between the inside of the spindle bearing and the faceplate.
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