Nova clamping chuck system
Did you know that the first Nova chuck was launched in 1978? Nova was the first to introduce the famous 4-jaw self-centering chuck system for woodturning in 1988. Since then, Nova's experience and know-how have made it the brand of choice for thousands of turners around the world.
Combining 3 clamping modes (contraction, expansion and gripping), Nova chucks and jaws have been developed to provide ultimate power, flexibility of use, reliability and value.
Nova chucks easily distinguish from the competition through the following features:
Maximum versatility
Combining quality and precision, Nova chucks are all built to the same rigorous standards and all share the same range of accessories offering maximum versatility and saving time and money.
High tensile strength
Precision machined body from the same high-strength steel block to exact tolerances for increased impact resistance. Nova chucks are polished to a soft metallic finish to allow finer tolerances.
Ultimate Power
The advanced gear mechanism technology provides an exceptional vibration-free clamping power to grip both round and square woods firmly.
Built-in safety stop
All Nova chucks are equipped with an automatic safety stop integrated into the jaw slides. This device prevents the jaws from exceeding the body of the chuck thus providing safer turning conditions.
Proven design
The dovetail jaw profile allows for firm gripping into the wood fibers and provides excellent tear resistance.
Universal fastening system
Nova chucks are available with direct threading or in a version requiring an adapter. The Nova universal fastening system offers great versatility thanks to its wide range of adapters (25 +) that can attach to the spindle of most wood lathes.
Choose yours and be part of the NOVA family !
Lite Series Chucks & Jaws
Precision-machined, Nova Lite type chucks are designed for small lathes with up to 14" swing. Economical, they are much lighter and thinner than conventional chucks. Lite Series chucks have also small body length which delivers fewer overhangs on the spindle thus reducing the load on the spindle and the bearings of small lathes.
Pro-Tek Series Chucks & Jaws
Considered as the New Generation of chucks, Nova Pro-Tek Series are high-quality chucks designed for big lathes with up to 20’’ swing. They are protected with a premium rust-resistant coating, making them ideal for turning green woods. Pro-Tek 2"(50 mm) jaws are stronger and more versatile. 6 point star fasteners exert more torque with ease, offer better holding power and minimize strip out for longer life.