20 Best Lathe Chucks [2024]

Are you looking for the best lathe chucks? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling lathe chucks.

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1 WEN LA4444 4-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread WEN LA4444 4-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread
2 Aogbra 3.75-Inch 4-Jaw Wood Turning Lathe Nickel Plated Chuck and Laser Etched Jaw Set with T Bar... Aogbra 3.75-Inch 4-Jaw Wood Turning Lathe Nickel Plated Chuck and Laser Etched Jaw Set with T Bar...
3 WEN LA4374 3.75-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Lathe Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread WEN LA4374 3.75-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Lathe Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread
4 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set, Z011 Four Jaw Mini Lathe Chucks w/Connecting Rod & Wrench, Mini... 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set, Z011 Four Jaw Mini Lathe Chucks w/Connecting Rod & Wrench, Mini...
5 WEN LA4275 2.75-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Keyed Lathe Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread WEN LA4275 2.75-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Keyed Lathe Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread
6 NOVA 48293 PREMIER PRO-TEK G3 CHUCK Bundle with 2' PRO-TEK Jaw Set, JSPIN 1' Pin Jaw Set, JS100N 4'... NOVA 48293 PREMIER PRO-TEK G3 CHUCK Bundle with 2" PRO-TEK Jaw Set, JSPIN 1" Pin Jaw Set, JS100N...
7 VINWOX SCR4-4 Wood Lathe Chuck, 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck, with 1'x8TPI thread & 3/4'x16TPI... VINWOX SCR4-4 Wood Lathe Chuck, 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck, with 1"x8TPI thread & 3/4"x16TPI...
8 PSI Woodworking CUG3418CC Utility Grip 4-Jaw Lathe Chuck System PSI Woodworking CUG3418CC Utility Grip 4-Jaw Lathe Chuck System
9 MINI METAL LATHE TAIL STOCK DRILL CHUCK TOOL WITH MT2 MORSE TAPER ARBOR MT 2 MINI METAL LATHE TAIL STOCK DRILL CHUCK TOOL WITH MT2 MORSE TAPER ARBOR MT 2
10 PSI Woodworking Products TM32 1/2-Inch Drill Chuck with #2 Morse Taper Arbor (1/2' 2MT) PSI Woodworking Products TM32 1/2-Inch Drill Chuck with #2 Morse Taper Arbor (1/2" 2MT)
11 TEXALAN Woodworking Drill Chuck with 2 Morse Taper Mount (5/8 INCH) TEXALAN Woodworking Drill Chuck with 2 Morse Taper Mount (5/8 INCH)
12 VEVOR 2.75-Inch Wood Lathe Chuck, 4-Jaw Precision Self-Centering Keyed Lathe Chuck Set, 1-Inch x... VEVOR 2.75-Inch Wood Lathe Chuck, 4-Jaw Precision Self-Centering Keyed Lathe Chuck Set, 1-Inch x...
13 PSI Woodworking CSC3000C Barracuda Wood Lathe Key Chuck System PSI Woodworking CSC3000C Barracuda Wood Lathe Key Chuck System
14 RATTMMOTOR 4-Jaw K12-100mm Self-centering Linkage Lather Chuck with Chuck Wrench for CNC Router... RATTMMOTOR 4-Jaw K12-100mm Self-centering Linkage Lather Chuck with Chuck Wrench for CNC Router...
15 FJL FORCE Lathe Chuck 3.75-Inch, 4-Jaw Self-Centering Keyed Wood Lathe Chuck, Wood Lathe 1inchx8Tpi... FJL FORCE Lathe Chuck 3.75-Inch, 4-Jaw Self-Centering Keyed Wood Lathe Chuck, Wood Lathe...
16 JNYLLN Z011 3-Jaw Lathe Chuck, Mini Lathe Chuck with Connecting Rod and Short Sticks, Self Centering... JNYLLN Z011 3-Jaw Lathe Chuck, Mini Lathe Chuck with Connecting Rod and Short Sticks, Self...
17 WEN LA162L 5/8-Inch Keyless Drill Chuck with MT2 Arbor Taper WEN LA162L 5/8-Inch Keyless Drill Chuck with MT2 Arbor Taper
18 4inch C-Series Wood Lathe Chuck 4 Jaw Chuck lathe chucks for woodturning 1inch x 8TPI Thread Lathe... 4inch C-Series Wood Lathe Chuck 4 Jaw Chuck lathe chucks for woodturning 1inch x 8TPI Thread...
19 FJL FORCE Lathe Chuck Sets 4 Inch, Wood Lathe Chuck 5 Interchangeable 4-Jaw Wood Turning Lathe... FJL FORCE Lathe Chuck Sets 4 Inch, Wood Lathe Chuck 5 Interchangeable 4-Jaw Wood Turning Lathe...
20 Steelex M1057 3 Jaw Chuck, 4-Inch Steelex M1057 3 Jaw Chuck, 4-Inch
Bestseller No. 1
WEN LA4444 4-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread
  • Scroll chuck perfect for holding bowls, spindles, and other unwieldy wood lathe projects
  • Internal jaws tighten around workpieces varying from 1.6 to 2.8 inches in size
  • External jaws spread inside of workpieces with pilot holes ranging from 2 to 3.2 inches
  • Included screw chuck provides even more options for supporting your projects
  • Features a 1” x 8 TPI thread for compatibility with the majority of wood lathes on the market
Bestseller No. 2
Aogbra 3.75-Inch 4-Jaw Wood Turning Lathe Nickel Plated Chuck and Laser Etched Jaw Set with T Bar...
  • [PREMIUM QUALITY] The chuck body and bearings are made of high-quality, high-performance steel that is precisely machined to industry standards.
  • [HIGH-PERFORMANCE JAWS] Multiple jaw sets provide great flexibility to the Aogbra chuck. The self-centering jaws provide superior gripping force,...
  • [PRECISION POLISHED COATING] Premium nickel plating and solid construction greatly reduce rust and maintenance, providing a smooth, accurate and...
  • [COMPLETE ACCESSORY SET] This complete lathe chuck set includes the Aogbra chuck, 5 jaw sets and necessary installation tools, and a woodworm screw to...
  • [WIDE APPLICATION] This chuck set has numerous applications for your shop: General Lathe Use, Grinding, Milling, Drilling, Woodworking, and much more!
Bestseller No. 3
WEN LA4374 3.75-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Lathe Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread
  • Scroll chuck perfect for holding bowls, spindles, and other unwieldy lathe projects
  • Internal jaws tighten around workpieces varying from 1-1/4 to 2-1/2 inches in size
  • External jaws spread inside of workpieces with pilot holes ranging from 1-3/4 to 3-1/8 inches
  • Keyed tightening mechanism provides additional grip strength to the workpiece
  • Features a 1” x 8 TPI thread for compatibility with the majority of wood lathes on the market
Bestseller No. 4
4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set, Z011 Four Jaw Mini Lathe Chucks w/Connecting Rod & Wrench, Mini...
  • 【3 Jaw or 4 Jaw Self-Centering Chuck Set for Mini Lathe】- Type B comes with 1 x Connecting Rod + 1 x Three Jaw Chuck + 2 pcs x Short Sticks; Type...
  • 【Mini Lathe Chuck & Connecting Rod Replacement】- You can use it to replace the old or brocken one. The clamping range of this chuck is between...
  • 【Compact Size, Easy to Use】- Mini Lathe Chuck diameter about 48mm, Outer diameter about 12 mm-65 mm, Inner diameter about 1,8mm-56mm; 2....
  • 【Stainless Steel Chuck Connecting Rod】- The Connecting Rod is made of High carbon steel material, anticorrosion, not easy to rust, durable and...
  • 【Practical Power Lathe Accessories】- Our chuck connecting rod is stable and has great performance while using, it is the ideal choose for you....
SaleBestseller No. 5
WEN LA4275 2.75-Inch 4-Jaw Self-Centering Keyed Lathe Chuck Set with 1-Inch x 8TPI Thread
  • Scroll chuck perfect for holding bowls, spindles, and other unwieldy wood lathe projects
  • Internal jaws tighten around workpieces varying from 1-1/8 to 1-3/4 inches in size
  • External jaws spread inside of workpieces with pilot holes ranging from 1-1/2 to 2-1/8 inches
  • Keyed tightening mechanism provides additional grip strength to the workpiece
  • Features a 1” x 8 TPI thread for compatibility with the majority of wood lathes on the market
Bestseller No. 6
NOVA 48293 PREMIER PRO-TEK G3 CHUCK Bundle with 2" PRO-TEK Jaw Set, JSPIN 1" Pin Jaw Set, JS100N 4"...
  • Premium nickel plating, minimizes rust and maintenance and is ideal for turning green wood.
  • Stronger and more versatile 50mm/2” PRO-TEK Jaws with an improved dovetail AND serrated profile for maximum control. The unique woodworking dovetail...
  • Precision laser etched jaw numbering allowing ease of jaw and slide alignment, positioning and change out.
  • Upgraded 6 point star fasteners exerting more torque with ease, for holding power and minimizing strip out. Includes 6 point T bar wrench
  • Intuitive Clockwise Jaw Closing Action (Righty Tighty, Lefty Loosey).
SaleBestseller No. 7
VINWOX SCR4-4 Wood Lathe Chuck, 4-Jaw Self-Centering Chuck, with 1"x8TPI thread & 3/4"x16TPI...
  • ✅Products include: Included Chuck body, a set of Tightening Levers, T allen wrench, Screw chuck, adapter converts 1'' x 8TPI to 3/4" x 16TPI and...
  • ✅Internal jaws tighten around workpieces varying from 1-1/2" to 3" (or 3" Square Block). External jaws spread inside of workpieces with pilot holes...
  • ✅4" sturdy steel body with electric plating for long term anti-rust performance. Both sides of jaw teeth and guides are ground and hardened for long...
  • ✅Scroll chuck perfect for holding bowls, spindles, and other unwieldy wood lathe projects. Widely used for machine tools and accessories for general...
  • ✅Stable Service and Long Life: VINWOX Gear Chuck made from high grade K1045 steel machined to allow closest tolerances is with electric plating for...
Bestseller No. 8
PSI Woodworking CUG3418CC Utility Grip 4-Jaw Lathe Chuck System
  • Heavy duty chrome-plated self-centering chuck will hold your work tight & secure on midi and full size woodworking lathes
  • Chuck is pre-threaded to 1" x 8tpi and includes 3/4" x 16tpi headstock spindle adaptor; Chuck body weighs 4 lbs and is 4" in diameter
  • Includes #1 step jaws 3/32" to 1-7/8" External & 11/32" to 3-3/8" Internal; Includes #2 round jaws 1-1/2" to 3-1/8" External & 2" to 3-7/8" Internal
  • Includes screw chuck, allen wrench, and a set of tightening levers
  • This "C-Series" chuck is compatible with all "C-Series" jaws and accessories
Bestseller No. 9
MINI METAL LATHE TAIL STOCK DRILL CHUCK TOOL WITH MT2 MORSE TAPER ARBOR MT 2
  • Capacity: 5/64'' to 1/2''
  • Mounting holes: Jacobs taper #33
  • Mandrel taper: MT2
  • Mandrel material: 1010 low carbon steel
  • Shank length: 3 1/8"
SaleBestseller No. 10
PSI Woodworking Products TM32 1/2-Inch Drill Chuck with #2 Morse Taper Arbor (1/2" 2MT)
  • Includes the 1/2" Drill Chuck, #2 Morse Taper Arbor, and Jaw Tightening Key
  • This 3-Jaw Chuck will mount into the headstock or tailstock of any lathe that accepts #2MT accessories
  • The #2MT Arbor accepts 1/4" x 20tpi draw bolt; Draw bolt not included
  • Removes easily with knock out bar
  • Great for holding drill bits, small turnings, dowels, pen mandrel shafts, and much more
Bestseller No. 11
TEXALAN Woodworking Drill Chuck with 2 Morse Taper Mount (5/8 INCH)
  • [Installation]: This 3-Jaw Chuck will mount into the headstock or tailstock of any lathe that accepts #2MT accessories
  • [Packing]: Includes the 5/8 inch Drill Chuck, #2 Morse Taper Arbor, and Jaw Tightening Key
  • [Application]: Great for holding drill bits, small turnings, dowels, pen mandrel shafts, and much more
  • [Usage]: Tightens with a Chuck key for excellent grip. Removes easily with knock out bar
Bestseller No. 12
VEVOR 2.75-Inch Wood Lathe Chuck, 4-Jaw Precision Self-Centering Keyed Lathe Chuck Set, 1-Inch x...
  • Applicable Workpiece Size: The wood turning chuck is ideal for mini and lathes. Inner jaws tighten around workpieces varying from 0.9" to 1.9". Outer...
  • High-performance Chuck: Each jaw can be adjusted to the center with superior gripping force. Self-centering improves the flexibility. Clamping most...
  • Simple Operation: This complete lathe chuck set includes a precision jaw and a set of installation tools, which bring much convenience to your...
  • Compact and Stable: Our mini wood lathe chuck is well-designed and made of high-quality steel. Both sides of jaw teeth and chutes are ground to be...
  • Versatile Application: Applicable to the general lathe, grinder, milling machine, drilling machine and machine accessories, woodworking machinery...
SaleBestseller No. 13
PSI Woodworking CSC3000C Barracuda Wood Lathe Key Chuck System
  • Includes: (1) Barracuda2 chuck body, (4) self-centering jaw sets, (1) woodworm screw chuck, (1) spindle adapter, (1) gear key, (1) Allen wrench, (8)...
  • Barracuda2 chuck body is 3. 5" Diameter and weighs 4 lbs. ; pre-threaded to 1" X 8TPI and includes 3/4" X 16TPI spindle adapter
  • #1 step jaws: 3/32" To 1-3/8" & 11/16" To 2-3/8"; #2 round jaws: 7/8" To 1-1/2" &1-1/4" To 2"; #3 wide bowl jaws: 3-1/16" To 4-3/8"; pin jaws: 1" To...
  • With the variety of included jaws, The CSC3000C will mount most turning projects onto your Lathe; including bowls, spindles, pens, other small turning...
  • This is a C-Series Chuck; Compatible with all additional C-Series Jaws and accessories: 7-3/4" Jumbo Flat Jaws (CJAWFJ2), 5" Small Flat Jaws...
Bestseller No. 14
RATTMMOTOR 4-Jaw K12-100mm Self-centering Linkage Lather Chuck with Chuck Wrench for CNC Router...
  • Mode Name: K12 series 4-Jaw self-centering chuck.
  • Diameter:100mm; Max input torque: 60N.m; Max Speed: 3500R/min
  • External jaw clamping range: 30-80mm.
  • Internal jaw clamping range: 2-30mm; Internal jaw jamming range: 30-90mm;
  • Grease must be emptied out from the threaded holes of chuck before mounting.
Bestseller No. 15
FJL FORCE Lathe Chuck 3.75-Inch, 4-Jaw Self-Centering Keyed Wood Lathe Chuck, Wood Lathe 1inchx8Tpi...
  • 【PRODUCTS INCLUDE】 - The wood lathe chuck includes:(1)3.75" chuck body with 1"-8TPI thread(2)2.1" self-centering dovetail jaws(3)self-centering...
  • 【LONG SERVICE LIFE】 - FJL FORCE 3.75 inch self-centering keyed mini lathe chuck body is made of high grade K1045 steel,the sturdy chuck can...
  • 【ANTI-JITTER】 - The four-jaw wood lathe chuck has a self-centering design,the jaws fit perfectly with the chuck,the clamping force after...
  • 【QUICK INSTALLATION】 - Lathe chuck does not need to be calibrated repeatedly when clamping,just clamp the workpiece according to your needs...
  • 【WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS】 - FJL FORCE 3.75In lathe chuck is suitable for loading bowls,spindles and other large wood lathe projects,with 1'' x...
Bestseller No. 16
JNYLLN Z011 3-Jaw Lathe Chuck, Mini Lathe Chuck with Connecting Rod and Short Sticks, Self Centering...
  • 【Material】Made up of High carbon steel material, anticorrosion, not easy to rust, durable and sturdy
  • 【Features】High strength and hardness, small size, comfortable to wear.
  • 【Accurate】With high centering accuracy as well as a large clamping range.
  • 【Application】Design of three/four jaws, self-centering, widely used for woodworking lathe.
  • 【Compact Size】The compact chuck is small in volume, easy to use.
Bestseller No. 17
WEN LA162L 5/8-Inch Keyless Drill Chuck with MT2 Arbor Taper
  • Holds drill bits, pen mandrel shafts, and workpieces up to 5/8 inch in diameter
  • Easily open and close the three chuck jaws without any tools or keys
  • Compatible with any MT2 drill press, lathe, or mill
  • Installs easily with the simple tap of a rubber mallet
  • Designed for use with WEN models 3424, 3424T, 3427, 34018, 34027, and 34034
Bestseller No. 18
4inch C-Series Wood Lathe Chuck 4 Jaw Chuck lathe chucks for woodturning 1inch x 8TPI Thread Lathe...
  • 【EXCELLENT QUALITY】:The well-designed chuck body is made of high-quality steel. The sturdy chuck can withstand high-intensity work without...
  • 【APPLICABLE WORKPIECE SIZE】:The package contains a set of round jaws and a set of stepped jaws. The clamping range of a set of circular jaws is...
  • 【FREE ACCESSORIES】:We will provide you with a set of installation tools. These can help you better install the chuck on the lathe.
  • 【HIGH PERFORMANCE JAWS】:The 4-inch 4 Jaws C-Series Lathe Chuck has the function of self centering with superior gripping force,it does not need...
  • 【APPLICATION】:Applicable to the general lathe, grinder, milling machine, drilling machine and machine accessories, woodworking machinery...
Bestseller No. 19
FJL FORCE Lathe Chuck Sets 4 Inch, Wood Lathe Chuck 5 Interchangeable 4-Jaw Wood Turning Lathe...
  • 【PRODUCTS INCLUDE】 - FJL FORCE 4IN lathe chuck set includes chuck body,a set of fastening levers,T-hex wrench,1'' x 8TPI pre-thread and 3/4" x...
  • 【LONG SERVICE LIFE】 - FJL FORCE 4inch self-centering keyed wood lathe body is made of high-grade K1045 steel,the sturdy wood lathe chuck can...
  • 【ANTI-JITTER】 - Four-jaw mini lathe chuck has a high-precision self-centering design,the jaw fits perfectly with the chuck,tightening the clamping...
  • 【QUICK INSTALLATION】 - Lathe tools clamping without repeated alignment,just clamp the workpiece according to your needs and use the tightening...
  • 【WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATION】- FJL FORCE 4In lathe chuck is suitable for daily workpiece production,spindle and other large wood lathe projects,with...
Bestseller No. 20
Steelex M1057 3 Jaw Chuck, 4-Inch
  • 4-Inch; 3-Jaw; Scroll; .865-Inch bore; Plain Back
  • Includes two sets of jaws, wrench and mounting screws
  • Self-Centering

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FAQ:

Q: How to make a lathe chuck?

A: – It’s often best to test steps 6-7 with a couple of blanks, unfinished chuck jaws that will allow you to test the fit, make sure your lugs match, etc. … – Mill out the “steps” on the top side of the jaws. – Mill out a bevel and tip on the leading edge of the jaws.

Q: What is the strongest Chuck on a lathe for turning?

A: turning operations close to the lathe chuck) Tip: The most commonly used insert/holder combination for O.D. rough turning and facing is the C type 80 diamond insert with a 3-5 negative lead tool holder. It is often selected because it is the best compromise between strength of insert and end-angle clearance.

Q: What are the best lathe brands?

A: Powermatic 3520 Laguna 2436 Grizzly G0766 Oneway 2436 Robust American Beauty Vicmark

Q: What lathe should I buy?

A: Size of Your Project. If you are working on small projects such as pens or door handles,you do not need to purchase a big wood lathe machine. Available Workshop Space. You also want to consider the amount of space you have in your workshop. … Ease of Use. … Spindle Speed. … Weight of Lathe. … Height of Lathe. … Sturdiness. …

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