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Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets

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4.0

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Ideal for mini, midi, and smaller lathes or for smaller turnings on a larger lathe. The Nova Precision Midi Chuck is packed with features and uses the same accessories as the Nova, Super Nova, Super Nova2 and the Nova Titan Chucks (without the need to use an adaptor plate as required with older Compac Chucks). Fast action, uses 2 wrench system to tighten & loosen which makes it ideal for production turning of smaller pieces. Comes standard with 25mm and 50mm jaws (automatic jaw safety stop) and includes Woodworm screw.



  • Ideal for bowl work up to 12" diameter, 3" to 4" deep.
  • 25mm Jaws will expand from 1- 1/64" to 1- 27/64".
  • 50mm Jaws will expand from 2- 1/64" to 2- 25/64".
  • Body is 3- 7/16" in diameter, 2- 3/8" deep and weighs 2.9 lbs.
  • 1" x 8TPI


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    4.1

    (based on 39 reviews)

    87%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Durable (28)
    • Versatile (15)
    • Lightweight (14)
    • Good grip (13)
    • Good power output (9)

    Cons

    • Poor grip (5)
    • Difficult to use (3)

    Best Uses

    • At home (21)
    • Minor projects (9)
    • Gifts (6)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid do-it-yourselfer (14), Casual do-it-yourselfer (9), Midrange shopper (5)
    • Primary Use:
    • Personal (24), Business (5)

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    1/27/2012
     
    3.0

    incorrect photo

    By  Alan

    from Flora, IN

    About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Good Grip
    • Lightweight
    • Powerful

    Cons

    • Difficult To Use

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    The photo with this chuck at the time I ordered it had a photo of the G3 chuck. The difference is the G3 uses a single T-handle wrench to adjust the jaws whereas this model uses two bars. The construction quality is very good and range of jaw options is fine. Should be a good chuck albiet not the same ease of use as the G3 but it is somewhat less expensive.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    1/24/2012
     
    5.0

    All lathes should be equipped with one!

    By  George

    from Boca Raton, FL

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Versatile

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    NOTE: I purchased this for my husband, these are his comments and responses. I use it on a mini-jet lathe turning segment bowls. It's easy to remove the nova chuck from the lathe without unchucking the bowl. The quality of the chuck is excellent and I would definitely recommend it to a friend or another carpenter.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    11/19/2011
     
    2.0

    Really Bad Grip

    By  Kenny

    from North Carolina

    About Me Professional

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Difficult To Use
    • Poor Grip

    Best Uses

    • Very small projects

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    This chuck has a really bad grip. I've had four pieces come off already. Only buy this chuck for very small work.

    • Primary Use:
    • Business

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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    9/1/2011
     
    3.0

    so far so good...

    By  plusaf[@]

    from Raleigh, NC

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Good Grip
    • Price

    Cons

    • Directions

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    I wanted a second chuck so I wouldn't have to be swapping jaws all the time. Of course, my previous chuck is a different brand, so none of those jaws fit.If there are directions or a manual, I couldn't find it, other than the fine-print small sheet that's more like a "how to mount the chuck to your lathe" direction sheet.The instructions for "use the grub screw to tighten the fiber friction washer" didn't seem to note that, of four holes around the periphery of the chuck, only one is threaded for the grub screw. Enjoy the challenge if you don't notice the threading on only ONE of them and have to fish the fiber washer OUT after you've jammed it into the wrong spot. [a long scribe works well for that.]Quite smooth operation in use, but when the box says [*]I was disappointed.But so far, so good.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    8/10/2011
     
    4.0

    As with anything Reading the Manual a +

    By  Greenhorn Turner

    from South Central Michigan.

    About Me Professional

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Economical
    • Good Grip
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • More Jaws needed

    Best Uses

    • Bowl Blanks
    • Contract Jobs
    • Major projects
    • Minor Projects
    • Special Spindle turnings

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    I had issues at first using this product... BUT I broke down and Read the manual. (I chalk that up to Army Training) So before even purchasing, understand that this chuck was designed for the midi/mini Lathes. 1" in 8TPI. Double Check your spindle threads before you purchase. All Jaws Nova/Teknatool makes can fit on the Midi Chuck. However not all are recommended. With that I will say this, Read the Manual before using and continue reading the manual as you get through the learning curve.

    • Primary Use:
    • Business

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    7/28/2011
     
    5.0

    Very high quality chuck

    By  PEM

    from Portsmouth NH

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    Cons

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    • At Home

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    I think the people that had trouble with this either had it on the wrong lathe, or were confused about its proper use. You can use the jaws out or in (recess or spigot as they call it), and I find the spigot use very handy. It is very well made and the sale price at [...] ([$]) makes it a good buy. You need a 1"X8 TPI thread on your lathe!

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    3/1/2011
     
    1.0

    not worth the money

    By  boysnblu

    from portsmouth virginia

    About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    Cons

    • Poor Grip

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    I brougt this chuck in DEC 2010 and I too have had problems with this chuck hold pieces and not matter how much you tighten it. I also contacted the maker of the chuck and got nowhere with that. i just hate ruining turnings because of this chuck i brought another kind. LOVE IT.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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    11/3/2010
     
    1.0

    Does not fit all lathes

    By  gjb49

    from Galena, IL

    About Me Professional

    Pros

    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Difficult To Use
    • Does not fit Oneway 1224

    Best Uses

    • Minor Projects

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    I purchased this chuck to complement my Oneway Stronghold. This chuck is made for 1x8 spindles only as it does not use an insert. When attached to my Oneway 1224, the spindle interferes with the jaws, i.e. the jaws cannot be completely closed or if the jaws are closed when attached, the jaws cannot be opened. The chuck works fine when attached to my Jet Mini. I contacted the manufacturer about the problem and got no response.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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    9/21/2010
     
    5.0

    nice Chuck

    By  GregW

    from Canada

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Good Grip
    • Versatile

    Cons

    Best Uses

    • At Home
    • Gifts
    • Minor Projects

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    my only concern is that he right up was very unclear if it was a single key or the 2 bars. I think it could have been more clear maybe better photos from Manuf site. However the Chuck is wonderfull works Great I threw out my chineese 4' one for this and WOW am i glad. The price was perfect.

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    9/17/2010
     
    4.0

    great chuck

    By  rockmover

    from asheville nc

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Good Grip
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • None at this time

    Best Uses

    • At Home

    Comments about Nova Precision Midi Chuck with Two Jaw Sets :

    I this is a great little strong chuck i use it for personal projects can not see any cons about it

    • Primary Use:
    • Personal

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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