{"product_id":"taper-adapter-mt3-jt4","title":"Taper Adapter Mt3 - Jt4","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Taper Adapter — MT3 to JT4 (Morse → Jacobs)\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    Adapt machines with an \u003cstrong\u003eMT3 (Morse Taper #3)\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle or arbor to accept \u003cstrong\u003eJT4 (Jacobs Taper #4)\u003c\/strong\u003e drill chucks. This hardened, precision-ground adapter ensures concentric seating for smooth, accurate drilling on drill presses, lathe tailstocks and milling machines (drill mode).\r\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Features --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConversion:\u003c\/strong\u003e MT3 male shank → JT4 male taper (for JT4-bore chucks).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-ground tapers\u003c\/strong\u003e for low run-out and reliable grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e for durability in workshop use.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth finish\u003c\/strong\u003e for clean seating and easy release.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eIndustry-standard geometry compatible with common machines and arbors.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n  \u003c!-- Benefits --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e mount JT4 chucks on MT3 machines without replacing arbors.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e concentric fit improves hole quality and tool life.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e press-fit assembly—no special tools needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003ctable class=\"table SpecsTable\"\u003e\r\n    \u003cthead\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\r\n        \u003cth class=\"SpecsSubHeading\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n        \u003cth class=\"SpecsSubHeading\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eTork Craft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eModel \/ Cat No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eCMJT4-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eTaper adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eInput Taper (Machine Side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eMT3 (Morse Taper #3), male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eOutput Taper (Chuck Side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eJT4 (Jacobs Taper #4), male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eHardened, precision-ground steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eGround, smooth seating surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eTypical Uses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eFitting JT4 drill chucks to MT3 drill presses, lathe tailstocks, mills (drill mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExtra Info\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Extra Information --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eExtra Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eThoroughly \u003cstrong\u003eclean and degrease\u003c\/strong\u003e both tapers before assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSeat the chuck with a firm hand press; avoid hammering on the chuck body.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove using the machine’s eject feature or correct \u003cstrong\u003etaper drift\/wedge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n  \u003c!-- Pro Tip --\u003e\r\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tip-products\"\u003e\r\n    \u003ch4\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n    \u003cul\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eMark the adapter and chuck with a \u003cstrong\u003ereference line\u003c\/strong\u003e; reassemble to the same orientation to preserve best concentricity.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eIf insertion feels rough, lightly stone any \u003cstrong\u003eraised burrs\u003c\/strong\u003e on the tapers—never sand or file the seating surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Safety --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eSafety\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eDisconnect power before installing\/removing chucks or adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure tapers are fully seated; avoid side-loading small drills.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003erotary drilling\u003c\/strong\u003e only—do not use hammer\/impact with taper-mounted chucks.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eWear \u003cstrong\u003eeye protection\u003c\/strong\u003e and secure the workpiece properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67530367566114,"sku":"CMJT4-2","price":172.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/taper-adapter-mt3-jt4","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}