{"product_id":"mandrino-a-4-griffe-ps4-400","title":"Bernardo 4-jaw lathe chuck PS4-400","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bernardo PS4-400 4-jaw chuck is a professional-grade lathe chuck, weighing 85 kg. Krollit, official Bernardo distributor since 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChuck size A: 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB: 105 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC: 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ed: 330 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE: 136 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF: 362 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho uses the PS4-400 4-jaw chuck and for what purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachine shops and artisan turners use the PS4-400 4-jaw chuck as a clamping accessory on metal lathes, ensuring secure clamping and workpiece centering during turning, drilling, and grooving operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIts place in the Bernardo range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bernardo PS4-400 4-jaw chuck is part of the Bernardo lathe chuck range, distributed in Italy by Krollit since 2007. The Bernardo range includes models of various categories and performances: to choose the right machine for your use case, you can consult the Bernardo catalog on Krollit or contact customer support for selection assistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKrollit Logistics and Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping 3-5 business days from Krollit warehouse for spare parts and accessories. Italian-speaking customer support available for technical documentation and compatibility verification with the reference machine. Krollit has been an official distributor since 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the PS4-400 4-jaw chuck for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PS4-400 4-jaw chuck is recommended for the following professional profiles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine shops and artisan turners\u003c\/strong\u003e: secure clamping of round or hexagonal workpieces on a metal lathe for turning, drilling, and grooving operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsers with a Bernardo lathe with a compatible flange\u003c\/strong\u003e: original replacement or upgrade for Bernardo range lathes (Profi, Hobby, etc.) with A2 spindle nose conforming to DIN 55029.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrregular or non-round workpieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: for asymmetrically off-center workpieces, consider independent 4-jaw chucks or universal faceplates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e136 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e362 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChuck size A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 rpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight approx.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhen to use a 4-jaw chuck?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-centering 4-jaw chucks are for square and 4-8 sided workpieces. The jaws move together with a single key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe self-centering 4-jaw chuck (not independent jaw) clamps square or octagonal workpieces symmetrically. For off-center (eccentric, asymmetric) clamping, independent jaw chucks are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat material is the chuck body made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material is indicated in the title: steel (PO series) for maximum precision, cast iron (DK\/PS series) for standard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice depends on the intensity of use and required tolerance: steel for production and precision, cast iron for general use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat workpieces is the Ø 400 mm diameter suitable for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for medium-large workpieces (max Ø ~360 mm): industrial lathes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nominal diameter of the chuck indicates the maximum body size, not the maximum workable workpiece size. Clamping capacity depends on jaw opening (typically 60-70% of the nominal Ø).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I check compatibility with my lathe?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the mounting type of the lathe spindle nose (Camlock D3-D15, or threaded attachment M-) and the corresponding diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn modern lathes, Camlock mounting is the most common. On older lathes, there may be a threaded (M-) or flanged attachment. The lathe's technical documentation indicates the exact type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is chuck precision maintained?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular cleaning of the spiral mechanism, periodic lubrication with specific chuck grease, concentricity check every 6 months with a dial indicator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA jaw that moves with difficulty indicates chips or rust in the mechanism: disassemble, clean, and grease. Concentricity is checked by mounting a ground bar and measuring with a dial indicator: acceptable tolerance 0.03-0.1 mm depending on the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Bernardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50726496567624,"sku":"21-2005F","price":1421.36,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.krollit.com\/products\/4-jaw-chuck-ps4-400","provider":"Krollit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}