These internally stepped jaws are designed to operate primarily in contraction mode, gripping the base of footed bowls—fits Rikon Z3 and Z4 lathe chucks, sold separately.
The three internal, dovetail steps of these jaws will grip a variety of bowl bases in contraction mode, for optimal holding power and with minimal crushing of the wood fibers. There is also an external dovetail, for holding bowls with recessed mortises. The steps grip bowl feet ranging from 2-1/2'' to 3-5/16''. In expansion mode, the outer dovetail holds recesses from 3-7/16'' to 4-1/4''.
Rikon Step Jaw Set Details:
Three internal dovetail steps grip bowl feet ranging from 2-1/2'' to 3-5/16'' in contraction mode
Outer dovetail holds recesses from 3-7/16'' to 4-1/4'' in expansion mode
Capable of holding bowls or platters up to 12'' in diameter
WARNING:
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood