Teknatool Nova Chucks

Its light weight, and with less overhang which is perfect for smaller lathe spindles. The small 1.79 inch body length delivers less overhang from the spindle than the larger geared Chucks - the SuperNova2 Chuck and the Nova Titan Chuck, reducing stress on smaller lathe spindles.

Note: If you don't have a NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe you cannot use this chuck. Please instead purchase the standard G3 Chuck. If your lathe is less than 14 inch diameter swing, please have a look at the Nova Precision Midi chuck.  If your lathe has more than 14 inch diameter swing, please have a look at the SuperNova2 Chuck or the NOVA Titan Chuck.

Features standard on all NOVA chucks:

• Quality Materials.
• Precision Machining.
• Common Accessory Jaw Fixing Profile – compatible across all NOVA chucks and accessories.
• High Tech Precision Composite Jaw Slides.
• Special Woodturning Dovetail Profile on Jaws.
• Auto Safety Stop Feature. Jaw slides can’t protrude past the chuck body.
• Comprehensive Instructions.
• Common Insert/Adaptor Fitting – compatible across all NOVA chucks.
• Safe Lock Woodworm Screw. 
• 2 Years Warranty

Additional G3 Features and Benefits

• Anti- release spindle lock, reversible feature, designed exclusively for use on the NOVA COMET II MIDI LATHE. Ensures chuck will stay securely mounted on the Comet II Midi lathe, during forward and reverse turning applications. 
• Small, Compact Design. Minimizes load on small spindles and bearings.
• Precision Machined. 
• Open back for easy cleaning.
• Powerful Geared Grip with Tuff Lock Technology. Precise, hardened geared action delivers incredible smooth strength. Solid, vibration free.
• Single Handed Operation. Chuck key has fast, positive location, easy and comfortable to use. More time spent turning and less time spent preparing.  
• Body made from precision machined 1045 High Tensile Steel, with a polished self metal finish to allow for closer tolerances.
• Able to take all NOVA accessories jaws. However please note: the larger accessory jaws in the NOVA chuck range are not recommended for use on the NOVA G3 Chuck.  For more information, consult your NOVA Accessory Jaw Manual, or the NOVA Accessory Webpages.
• 2 Year Warranty.

Product Technical Specification

• Recommended for power workholding on the NOVA Comet II MIdi lathe. Please note: this chuck is not recommended for use on any other lathe. 
• Up to 350mm/14 inch diameter bowls using 50mm/2 inch Jaws (supplied with chuck)
• Up to 50mm/2 inch length spigots (using 50mm/2 inch Jaws (supplied with chuck) 
• Full Packaged Weight (Std) 1.4kgs/3.1lbs.

Compatibility

Capable to take entire NOVA Jaws range. (recommend smaller jaws only to fit the capacity range of the smaller chuck) 

Only NOVA Chucks give you the same jaw fixing system and same insert/adaptor system across all chuck models.

This means all accessory jaws in the range fit all the chucks in the range, including older chuck models, giving you the ultimate flexibility. In buying a NOVA chuck, you can be confident that whether you want to move up or down the range, any accessories you have invested in will Fit.

May also be used on the Delta 46-461 wood lathe

Standard Equipment

• Chuck Body and Jaw Slides (Comes fully assembled)
• 50mm/2 inch Jaws
• Safe Lock Woodworm Screw
• Manual and Fastenings
• Display/Storage Box
• T Bar Chuck Key
• Insert/Adaptor (some resellers may sell this separately, check with them)

Threads Covered:

• 1 inch 8TPI RH/LH - designed exclusively for use on the NOVA Comet II Midi Lathe. 
  SKU: 48232