- Foldable and portable cat bagSherline 1/16" (.0625) WW Collet

• Sherline 1/16" (.0625) WW Collet
• Ensures high centering accuracy
• Offers maximum runout of .002″
• Accommodates stock up to 3/16″
• Available in inch and metric sizes
• Constructed to WW specifications

The Sherline 1/16" (.0625) WW Collet offers a precise and efficient method for mounting cylindrical parts or bar stock in a lathe, ensuring high centering accuracy. This collet functions as a small, precision 3-jaw chuck that fits into a specially designed tapered adapter within the headstock. The mechanism involves a drawbar threading through the headstock and into the collet's backside, drawing it into the adapter and causing the jaws to close and securely grip the part for machining.

WW collets are distinct from milling collets due to their through-hole design, allowing stock with a maximum diameter of 3/16" to pass entirely through. The collet's accuracy is notable, with a maximum runout of .002" or less, provided the WW collet adapter is trued as per instructions. This ensures optimal performance and precision during use.

Sherline collets are logically numbered, with inch collets beginning with part number 1160, followed by two digits indicating the size in 64ths of an inch. These collets are manufactured to standard WW specifications, with a shank diameter of .312-.313 and a .275-40 thread. It is important to verify compatibility with other manufacturers' WW collets to ensure they fit the Sherline adapter.

Sherline WW collets are available in a range of inch sizes from 1/64" to 5/16" and metric sizes from .3 mm to 8.0 mm. Special sizes can be ordered upon request.