Lathe chuck guards

The LXS Lathe Chuck Guard consists of a semicircular construction made from high impact resistant transparent material which is mounted on to a chromium plated extension tube, fastened to the headstock of the lathe. 

The semicircular guard covers the upper half of the lathe chuck as shown above.

Access to the workpiece is quick and easy, the guard is lifted and swung away from the operator.

The size of the guard required is dependant on the centre height of the lathe and the diameter of the chuck. On lathes up to a centre height of 7" there is only a small variation in diameter between the 3 and 4 jaw chucks, and therefore one size of guard will suffice.

On lathes in excess of a centre height of 7" there is a greater variation in the diameter between the chucks. It is therefore advisable to use two guards to give adequate protection: e.g. LXS 653 shown with LXS 400 and LXS 600. 

Key features and benefits include:  

• High impact resistant clear PVC
• An efficient Lathe Guard which gives maximum operator Protection with good visibility, fast & easy access to the workpiece
• Choice of mounting brackets 
• Electrical Interlocks

mounting bracket with safety interlock 

The chromium plated extension tube to which the guard is fastened is mounted to the headstock of the lathe by means of a universal mounting bracket incorporating an electrical safety interlock.  The interlock incorporates cam operation, is sealed to IP 66 and conforms to EN 1088 and EN 60947-5-1.  All units are provided with PVC covered flexible steel conduit and a wiring diagram.