Model SB1231

I N S T R U C T I O N S

Mfg. Since 5/10

Troubleshooting

Symptom

Possible Cause

Possible Solution

The chuck has

1.

Jaw is in a poor position for

1.

Re-install jaws for maximum engagement with jaw

hard spots or binds

 

clamping.

 

slot and jaw screw.

completely.

2.

Lack of lubrication, rust, burr, or

2.

Disassemble, de-burr, clean, and lubricate chuck.

 

 

 

metal shavings inside of chuck.

 

 

 

3.

Broken tooth on the jaw or the jaw

3.

Disassemble chuck and repair/replace broken part.

 

 

screw.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The workpiece slips

1.

Incorrect jaw or workpiece clamping

1.

Re-install jaws for maximum engagement with jaw

in the jaws.

 

position.

 

slot and jaw screw.

 

2.

Chuck is binding before full

2.

Chuck is loaded up with contaminants. Disassemble

 

 

clamping force is achieved, or a jaw

 

and service chuck. Loosen and retighten the chuck

 

 

or jaw screw is binding.

 

key several times to distribute lubricant.

 

3.

Cutting overload.

3.

Reduce cutting depth or feed rate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clamping accuracy

1.

Workpiece improperly clamped or

1.

Remove jaws, clean, de-burr, and re-install; verify

is poor.

 

workpiece is misaligned.

 

accuracy and recalibrate test/dial indicator.

 

2.

Chuck loose; mounting is off-center,

2.

Remove chuck, clean and de-burr mounting; adjust

 

 

or is improperly seated.

 

camlock studs, and re-install chuck.

 

 

 

 

 

Parts List

REF

PART #

DESCRIPTION

1

PSB1231001

REVERSIBLE CHUCK JAW

2

PSB1231002

CHUCK BODY

3

PSB1231003

JAW SCREW

4

PSB1231004

JAW SCREW PIN

5

PSS02

SET SCREW 5/16-18 X 3/8

6

PSB1231006

CHUCK KEY

7

PSB1231007

D1-8 CAMLOCK STUD

8

PCAP09

CAP SCREW 5/16-18 x 5/8

If you need help with your new chuck,

 

contact us at:

 

2

PHONE: (360) 734-1540

 

FAX: (360) 676-1075

(International)

 

FAX: (360) 734-1639

(USA Only)

1

EMAIL: sales@southbendlathe.com

Parts Diagram

7 8

45

3 6

Please Note: We included this parts breakdown for service purposes only. Since many of the parts shown are machined to each individual chuck, they may not be available as replacement items.

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Southbend SB1231 specifications Troubleshooting, Parts List, Parts Diagram