Sliding Lathe Chuck Guard for Big Lathes

Lathe Spindle Guard Features & Advantages

This lathe spindle guard is great for machines with a chuck diameter of 16″ or more.

The shield slides left, allowing unobstructed access to the parts. The smooth slide mechanism allows fast and easy access when changing workpieces.

Should I Buy Polycarbonate or Glass Windows?

Each size has the option to include polycarbonate or laminated safety glass windows. The advantages of glass are that it won’t burn or scratch as easily as polycarbonate. However, polycarbonate is an excellent choice because of its impact resistance and lightweight. Use glass if the machine sprays a lot of coolants or hot chips from the lathe. Use polycarbonate if coolant is used locally on the part, and chips aren’t a big problem. The polycarbonate is easily changed if it becomes cloudy or scratched up from regular use.

Work Light Option

You will love the work lights we put on these lathe chuck guards! Because the whole assembly is mounted on the headstock, we have cleverly installed LED work lights underneath the top of the guard. The part you’re working on and the work area will be well-lighted, making working with the lathe much more enjoyable.

LED Work Light

Work lights are an excellent choice for the operator’s experience. The LED light offers a 120-degree beam at 700 Lumens and comes with a 5m cable length.

Two Styles of Shield

The shields are slightly different Depending on the lathe and chuck size. The following table illustrates the difference in design.

Chuck sizes 23″ or more	Chuck sizes 20″ or less

Chuck Guard For Medium-Sized Lathes (16″ to 20″ chucks)

This 16″ and 20″ safety guard is excellent for medium-sized lathes.

These models have only two mounting feet.

Chuck Guard For Large-Sized Lathes (20″+ chucks)

These models of this lathe chuck guard are designed for large lathes with chucks greater than 20″.

They have larger shields and four mounting feet.