5c collet set

I have a 32nds set from them, and they work pretty well. The threading isn't the best I've ever seen, but they aren't that bad either.

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So Dan, just for clarification, is the Maritool set is a fill in between the 1/16's set or a full set of 1/32" collets? If it's a fill in set I will definitely have to check this out. I should have stepped up and bought the full 1/32" set to begin with and I wouldn't be in this situation.

Thanks.

Mike.
 
So Dan, just for clarification, is the Maritool set is a fill in between the 1/16's set or a full set of 1/32" collets? If it's a fill in set I will definitely have to check this out. I should have stepped up and bought the full 1/32" set to begin with and I

It's a full set that goes from 1/32" to 1-5/32", 37 collets in total.
https://www.maritool.com/Collets-5C...th-37pcs-in-32nd-Increments/product_info.html

You can but collets individually buy the 64th but they are $19 each.


Something I've read and something my dad (started off life as a tool maker) mentioned to me, was to just by a 1-1/4" x 20 adjustable die to throw in the collet drawer. The point was even if the threads are pristine when you buy them, they won't stay that way forever. A die would let you chase them, and thus extend their lifespan.
 
I should add the collets didn't come in containers with labels like that, I purchased them after the fact and made the labels at home.
 
It's a full set that goes from 1/32" to 1-5/32", 37 collets in total.
https://www.maritool.com/Collets-5C...th-37pcs-in-32nd-Increments/product_info.html

You can but collets individually buy the 64th but they are $19 each.


Something I've read and something my dad (started off life as a tool maker) mentioned to me, was to just by a 1-1/4" x 20 adjustable die to throw in the collet drawer. The point was even if the threads are pristine when you buy them, they won't stay that way forever. A die would let you chase them, and thus extend their lifespan.

Thanks for the response.

The die is a good idea to have, although I really haven't had any issues with the threads on mine, YET.

Mike
 
The die is a good idea to have, although I really haven't had any issues with the threads on mine, YET.

Neither have I, because when i looked dies like that aren't cheap. They start at like $50 for a no-name import from a questionable retailer and go as high as $250 for a top brand from a known retailer.

My dad said he had to do it regularly, but he was also working in a shop where collets got used all day every day.
 
If you are buying import 5C collets as a set, I would suggest you consider buying a 1/64ths set and buy it with storage racks.

The clamping range on 5c's is very narrow so a 64ths set gets you the effective clamping.

It is also mighty handy to walk up to the rack and start poking a work piece at them until you find the right one. I keep my expensive ones in boxes and they are a pain to get to.

Here's about half a 64ths set. In the next drawer down are the rest. A friend of mine stores his racks in the vertical on the end of his 1340 lathe cabinet.

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The clamping range on 5c's is very narrow so a 64ths set gets you the effective clamping.

I was taught the range was +0.000" -0.005", so very small indeed. This is most likely why Hardinge will sell you collets in 0.001" increments.
 
If you are buying import 5C collets as a set, I would suggest you consider buying a 1/64ths set and buy it with storage racks.

The clamping range on 5c's is very narrow so a 64ths set gets you the effective clamping.

It is also mighty handy to walk up to the rack and start poking a work piece at them until you find the right one. I keep my expensive ones in boxes and they are a pain to get to.

Here's about half a 64ths set. In the next drawer down are the rest. A friend of mine stores his racks in the vertical on the end of his 1340 lathe cabinet.

Sorry Alan, but I find this kinda amusing. You keep your good tools tucked away and not use them.

On the other hand, I do like how you think on storage. Now mind you, I don't have your selection yet.

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Sorry Alan, but I find this kinda amusing. You keep your good tools tucked away and not use them.

On the other hand, I do like how you think on storage. Now mind you, I don't have your selection yet.

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That looks identical to mine, even stored in the bottom drawer. I had them on the wall in my last shop and I put them in the drawer just until I make up my mind for certain if I want to hang them on the wall or not. They were definitely more convenient on the wall. I have about the same amount of open spaces too.lol

Mike
 
That looks identical to mine, even stored in the bottom drawer. I had them on the wall in my last shop and I put them in the drawer just until I make up my mind for certain if I want to hang them on the wall or not. They were definitely more convenient on the wall. I have about the same amount of open spaces too.lol

Mike

I like them in a drawer so they don't get dirt and chips all over them. Plus I have other things already on the wall. AND, at this time, I really don't use them a lot. I need to get my lath restored. Sounds like you are about to fill those open spaces.
 
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