This vacuum adapter is screwed onto the back of the hollow spindle of your lathe and allows air to be extracted through the shaft while turning. On the other side of the shaft is a vacuum chuck.

Main Features:

* allows a vacuum to be drawn through it, while preventing the hose from spinning with the spindle. 

* The double bearing design ensures both rigidity and dependability. 

* Chrome-plated surface treatment improves the wear and corrosion resistance of the adapter for an extended service life.

* Taper-Lock Adaptor is NOT included and sold separately.

Thread:

The vacuum adapter has a taper insert so it has to be used with the taper-lock adaptor. Check what kind of screw thread is under the hand wheel. Then purchase the suitable taper-lock adaptor for your lathe. 

A hose goes from this adapter to your vacuum pump. For safety and comfort reasons, it is advisable to place a faucet and a flow meter in between. 

Pay Attention:

It's a good idea to always use the largest chuck that will fit a workpiece.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner on wet or freshly oiled wood. The moisture is sucked out of the wood and destroys the motor!

Don't make the bottom of the bowl too thin. The bang when the floor is sucked out by the vacuum is tremendous...

How tight your shell sits on the vacuum chuck depends on the quality of your wood and the amount of surface area in the chuck.

What else do I need for vacuum clamping?

In order to work well with vacuum on a lathe, you need a number of things. A reliable pump, pipes, taps and gauges and a coupler / adapter for the lathe spindle.