{"product_id":"mandrino-a-3-ganasce-in-ghisa-ps3-400","title":"Bernardo 3-jaw cast iron lathe chuck PS3-400","description":"\u003cp\u003eBernardo PS3-400 Cast Iron 3-Jaw Chuck is a professional 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 PS3-400 Cast Iron 3-Jaw Chuck and what for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMechanical workshops and artisan turners use the PS3-400 Cast Iron 3-Jaw Chuck as a clamping accessory on metal lathes, ensuring secure clamping and centering of the workpiece during turning, drilling, and grooving operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIts place in the Bernardo range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bernardo PS3-400 Cast Iron 3-Jaw Chuck is part of Bernardo's range of lathe chucks, distributed in Italy by Krollit since 2007. The Bernardo range includes models of various categories and performance levels: to choose the machine suitable 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 within 3-5 working days from Krollit warehouse for spare parts and accessories. Customer support in Italian 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 PS3-400 Cast Iron 3-Jaw Chuck for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PS3-400 cast iron 3-jaw chuck is recommended for the following professional profiles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical workshops and artisan turners\u003c\/strong\u003e: secure clamping of round or hexagonal workpieces on metal lathes during 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 mount compliant with DIN 55029.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrregular or non-round workpieces\u003c\/strong\u003e: for asymmetrically uncentered workpieces, consider 4-jaw independent chucks or universal platforms.\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\u003eApprox. weight\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 3-jaw chuck?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-centering 3-jaw chucks are for cylindrical, hexagonal, and 3-6-9-12 sided workpieces. The jaws move together with a single key (self-centering).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the most common chuck on lathes: quick clamping of symmetrical workpieces, typical concentricity precision 0.03-0.1 mm depending on the body material (steel = better precision, cast iron = standard).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy a cast iron chuck?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast iron chucks (DK Camlock or PS series) offer excellent heat dissipation and robust structure at a lower cost compared to steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCast iron: typical concentricity precision 0.03-0.1 mm. The DK Camlock series has a quick-change mount, the PS is the basic model. High service life in standard machining operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich workpieces are suitable for a Ø 400 mm diameter?\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 machinable workpiece size. Clamping capacity depends on the 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 mount 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 mount. The lathe's technical documentation indicates the exact type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is chuck accuracy maintained?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular cleaning of the scroll 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":50726464586056,"sku":"21-1007F","price":1373.16,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.krollit.com\/products\/mandrino-a-3-ganasce-in-ghisa-ps3-400","provider":"Krollit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}