Vortex 5C Metric Lathe collet - Hex - 10mm

Vortex 5C Hex 10mm emergency lathe collet is a flexible, re-boreable workholding solution designed for 5C lathe chucks. It’s ideal for machinists and shops that frequently encounter non-standard components, prototypes, or need a custom-fit grip on demand.

• 5C compatibility: Fits standard 5C lathe collet chucks for straightforward mounting and reliable grip.
• Hex size: 10mm hex profile ensures solid engagement and consistent alignment with the workpiece.
• Low runout: 13–15 micron runout to support precise turning and accurate bore operations.
• Soft, borable material: Deliberately soft so it can be bored to the exact size, depth, taper, or shape required by your component.
• Open-boring pins: Pins keep the collet open during boring, streamlining setup on a 5C lathe collet chuck.
• Re-boring durability: Re-bore this collet multiple times to hold larger parts as your needs evolve, reducing waste and downtime.

This emergency collet delivers practical, precise adaptability for custom workpieces. By allowing you to tailor the grip to your exact specifications and then reuse the same collet, it helps keep your production flowing—whether you’re refining a prototype, running small batches, or testing new geometries. The Vortex hex 10mm lathe collet provides dependable alignment, controlled runout, and a reusable, space-efficient solution for versatile workholding.