The Vortex 5C Emergency Lathe Collet (Square - 6mm) is a flexible fixture designed for 5C lathe chucks. Its soft construction can be bored to size, depth, taper, or shape to precisely match a component, providing a custom grip without the need for specialized tooling. It’s ideal for engineers, machinists, hobbyists, and workshops seeking quick, on-demand fixturing that adapts to evolving part geometries.

During boring operations, pins are fitted to keep the collet open, enabling accurate internal geometry while you refine the bore in a 5C lathe chuck. When the job is complete, the collet can be re-bored many times to hold larger parts, extending its usable life and reducing waste.

• 13–15 micron runout: Delivers precise concentricity for clean cuts and tight tolerances, helping you achieve accurate part finishes right from the first setup.
• Open-bore pins for controlled boring: Pins hold the collet open during boring, preventing unwanted movement and ensuring a consistent bore as you shape the component.
• Re-boreable and reusable: Soft material can be bored to size and depth, then re-bored to accommodate larger parts over multiple uses, saving time and material costs.

This combination of adaptability, precision, and reusability means you can move from prototype to production-ready parts with fewer tool changes, faster setups, and dependable results across a range of project sizes.