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How do I correctly choose a QC tool holder for a lathe. I've seen them sized according to chuck diameter but it doesn't seen to be a constant with all the suppliers. What things do I need to consider to make the smart choice? I believe that I should get a wedge type. Is there more than one style of wedge. It will have to be a lower price unit.![eryju7u5.jpg eryju7u5.jpg](https://www.hobby-machinist.com/data/attachments/125/125619-773a7763a169bc6e07979ae8fe2c7c5d.jpg)
It's a
Webb 16x40 like this one. I don't yet know the the chuck center height. I won't be picking the lathe up until Saturday. Just doing a little advanced recon.
Thanks Dan
Master of unfinished projects
How do I correctly choose a QC tool holder for a lathe. I've seen them sized according to chuck diameter but it doesn't seen to be a constant with all the suppliers. What things do I need to consider to make the smart choice? I believe that I should get a wedge type. Is there more than one style of wedge. It will have to be a lower price unit.
![eryju7u5.jpg eryju7u5.jpg](https://www.hobby-machinist.com/data/attachments/125/125619-773a7763a169bc6e07979ae8fe2c7c5d.jpg)
It's a
Webb 16x40 like this one. I don't yet know the the chuck center height. I won't be picking the lathe up until Saturday. Just doing a little advanced recon.
Thanks Dan
Master of unfinished projects
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