Wanted ML8 1x12tpi Engineering Chuck

[bobblezard]

Hi, I'm looking for an engineering chuck to fit the inboard side of the Myford ML8

Ideally 4" self centering with both internal and external stepped jaws but 3 jaw and other sizes considered

Heres hoping, thanks

 

[minilathe22]

The Versachuck has optional engineering jaws, it can be supplied with a 1" 12tpi backplate which is what you need I think for an ML8. Also as it's a woodturning chuck it would be a useful addition anyway for woodturning.

 

[bobblezard]

The Versachuck has optional engineering jaws, it can be supplied with a 1" 12tpi backplate which is what you need I think for an ML8. Also as it's a woodturning chuck it would be a useful addition anyway for woodturning.

Hi there, thanks yes I've seen that - it is an option but I already have several wood turning chucks. Was hoping for an older metalworking chuck but may end up going down that route or similar. Unfortunately Axminster don't support 1x12tpivbecause I have their chucks and could happily buy another but, whilst the versachuck is versatile I don't see myself paying out for lots of carriers to use with my existing jaw sets (Axminster & Supernova)

 

[minilathe22]

You have the same thread as the more popular ML7 metal working lathe, so might be worth looking in that area aswell.

 

[bobblezard]

You have the same thread as the more popular ML7 metal working lathe, so might be worth looking in that area aswell.

Hi minilathe, Thanks for that - I think the ML7 is 1 1/8" X 12 tpi so not the same as the ML8 - Myford do sell a thread adaptor to use ML7 chucks on the ML8, but it's not my first choice as it will leave the chuck further away from the headstock.

 

[graduate_owner]

Hi, just seen this. Did you manage to find a chuck? If not, I have a 5" one with internal and external jaws.

K

 

[clogs]

or look at homeworkshop.org....it's a good sight for all kinds of spares.......
wood machines and metal......

 

[Jameshow]

Hi, just seen this. Did you manage to find a chuck? If not, I have a 5" one with internal and external jaws.

K

If not taken, How much??

 

[graduate_owner]

If not taken, How much??

Hi James, I will get some photographs for you to make sure it is what you need. The backplate is Myford ML8, I am not sure of the make of the chuck itself. I will be in touch. It is 5" so it is HEAVY and postage will not be trivial. WHere re you? I am near Lampeter / Llandovery in Wales.

As a matter of interest, it also fits the Myford M type metal lathe

K

 

[Phil Pascoe]

if you only need a small chuck -
https://www.beaufortink.co.uk/lathe-micro-chucks/versachuck-micro-chucks

 

[graduate_owner]

Hi James, I will get some photographs for you to make sure it is what you need. The backplate is Myford ML8, I am not sure of the make of the chuck itself. I will be in touch. It is 5" so it is HEAVY and postage will not be trivial. WHere re you? I am near Lampeter / Llandovery in Wales.

As a matter of interest, it also fits the Myford M type metal lathe

K

Hi again James,
If you post your email address I can send you some photographs. I seem to be having difficulty in sending them on this forum.

K