Recent content by Andy K

Apologies if my answer was misleading. I was assuming a full set of collets in 1/32nds. With my own set of 1/32nd ER32s, I've never had a problem finding a suitable size. My set specifies .040" compression, which is 1/25", so there should be some overlap between all adjacent 1/32" sizes.

Yes, they will 'squeeze' down. The maximum compression is usually given in the specs but typically they will compress to at least the next size down so you can cover all sizes.

On the CT129N, if you lower the quill by about half an inch, you will see a slot to the right of front-centre. Rotate the spindle until its slot lines up, then you can slide something in there to hold the spindle while you tighten or loosen the drawbar. I find an 8mm hex wrench to be ideal. Is...