--- product_id: 10711965 title: "D1089 Chuck for Wood Lathe, 4-Jaw" brand: "steelex" price: "$168.28" currency: USD in_stock: false reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/10711965-d1089-chuck-for-wood-lathe-4-jaw store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 17.27 cm length 5.4 lbs weight 4-jaw design D1089 Chuck for Wood Lathe, 4-Jaw **Brand:** steelex **Price:** $168.28 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > πŸ”§ Elevate Your Craft with Precision Power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D1089 Chuck for Wood Lathe, 4-Jaw by steelex - **How much does it cost?** $168.28 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/10711965-d1089-chuck-for-wood-lathe-4-jaw) ## Best For - steelex enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted steelex brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact Dimensions:** Space-efficient design for your workshop or tool kit. - β€’ **Robust Construction:** Built to withstand heavy-duty use without compromising performance. - β€’ **User-Friendly Design:** Easy to install and operate, perfect for both pros and hobbyists. - β€’ **Precision Engineering:** Crafted for accuracy and stability in woodturning. - β€’ **Versatile Compatibility:** Fits a wide range of wood lathes for ultimate flexibility. ## Overview The Steelex D1089 Chuck for Wood Lathe is a high-quality, 4-jaw chuck designed for woodturning enthusiasts. With compact dimensions of 17.272 cm L x 16.764 cm W x 6.096 cm H and a weight of 5.4 lbs, it offers robust performance and versatility, making it an essential tool for both professional and amateur woodworkers. ## Description From the Manufacturer This an independent-type 4-jaw chuck that is used for square and odd-shaped pieces. Each jaw tightens individually and can be turned around to hold larger dimension work pieces. ## Features - Product Type :Tools - Package Dimensions :17.272 Cm L X16.764 Cm W X6.096 Cm H - Package Quantity :1 - Package Weight :5.4Lbs ## Images ![D1089 Chuck for Wood Lathe, 4-Jaw - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71m9NPpq5ZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ good chuck for the money *by J***Y on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on October 15, 2012* My experience with this chuck has been far different from this first reviewer's. But, then, I am an ex-machinist with a lot more experience on this type of thing. As one commenter pointed out, this is not your typical wood lathe chuck but then, most wood turning is done either between centers or attached to a backing plate. But I find myself frequently wanting to drill into the center of a round part and there's little better for doing that on a lathe.A 4 jaw chuck has be adjusted and tightened 1 jaw at a time and it does take practice to get a workpiece properly centered and tightened. Failure to get proper pressure on all jaws can let a part exit the machine for sure.The best way to use this is to get a grip on a larger piece you are going to turn down. You can center that sufficiently with a pencil, an indicator normally isn't needed for this. One week thing about this chuck is the way the jaws are fastened to the chuck. They are just keyed to a slot and held in place by bolt tension. However, good clamping pressure aids in holding them. I did two things with them. First of all, you lose a little jaw travel to the big washers on the jaw bolts. I ground a flat onto those washers and that has worked fine. I also put a lock washer on them. That way I can keep a set constant resistance to the jaws allowing me to use the chuck key to slide the jaws up and down w/out having them flopping loosely around.This is how I center a workpiece... (Chucking on the OD but, the principle is the same and works as well on the ID) I open the jaws and hold my work piece to the chuck face and center it by referring to the circular lines on the chuck face. Then I put down the work piece and move the jaws in close to where the workpiece will set and work around the chuck one jaw at a time in order until the work piece is lightly gripped. Then if necessary, I increase clamping pressure moving the jaws in tighter by first eye-balling the run-out and then measuring in from the chuck od. Working one jaw at a time, by the time I have it centered, I have reasonably firm grip on my work piece. Using a slower speed setting, I turn on the machine and ease in a pencil until it just touches. The workpiece will be (usually) running out, swinging further to one side more than another. The pencil will mark the high side. Turn in that jaw a bit and do the pencil mark again. After doing this a few times, your workpiece should be pretty centered and tightened both. If centered, the part will have a nice penciled line all around it. If the jaws are just too tight to move against another, then back off the opposite jaw. IMPORTANT!!! when backing off a clamp screw, back it past the point it needs then turn back into the part. This keeps slack out of the tensioning. Then go around the chuck once more to verify the tightness of it's jaws gripping. Also, make sure your workpiece is tight against the chuck face.Another thing this chuck can do is to give a good grip on square stock for turning. Gotta have one of these to do eccentric turning. That's turning on a center/line different from the long axis line of the part. Think "Crank for an (extreme) example of eccentric turning.A final note for this chuck. You can clamp this chuck down to a drill press plate and hold round pieces for drilling.Keeping in mind that this fixture is an el-cheapo, within that limitation, it's great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty decent entry level chuck, although the t-bar wrench had rust on it! *by D***5 on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on June 15, 2014* I am fairly new to woodturning, and I have a lathe from Harbor Freight. Granted, it's very inexpensive, but as far as getting to know the craft, it's excellent for the task. I have been using a faceplate and glue-block to mount my stock, and finally decided to get a chuck with jaws. I read many reviews on many chucks, including this one, before I decided. This chuck is pretty decent! The jaws are easy to reverse, and it really holds the stock well. Words to the wise: these jaws are independent, so each must be tightened in turn. Getting the stock piece centered takes a little extra time (mere minutes, using the pencil-mark method) but after that it holds pretty darned tightly, which is something I was concerned about. No troubles so far, and will update if I discover any. Also caveat- this chuck must have an adapter, as it is not threaded. The adapters are also easy to find on Amazon, and if you couldn't tell by the image, the adapter is attached with three screws. This is pretty heavy duty, so make sure it is tightly screwed onto your lathe. My only complaint is that the t-bar wrench I received was rusted. It still works, I just expect when buying something new, it LOOK new. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Alternate Chuck *by K***R on Reviewed in the United States πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ on April 23, 2015* Very handy to have a four jaw independent chuck to mount odd shaped or for off center turning. Not auto centering so you have to do a fiddly setup every time but if you have ever used a metal lathe this is a routine procedure and allows precise alignment of the chuck end of your part. A handy chuck to have in your arsenal for those things that can't be chucked in a scroll chuck that centers the jaws automatically. You must purchase an adapter to fit the headstock thread on your lathe, be sure to order the correct one. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/10711965-d1089-chuck-for-wood-lathe-4-jaw](https://www.desertcart.us/products/10711965-d1089-chuck-for-wood-lathe-4-jaw) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*