[JKent]

I have a relatively new Craftsman plunge router, Model 320-27666. I rarely use it but today when I took it out it seems the 1/4" collet is missing. I don't even remember ever using a 1/2" bit but that's beside the point. The collet is 1/2".

Where can I get a 1/4" collet? The Parts List shows "Collet Assembly" but doesn't specify size. Part # 2823121000. So I go to searspartsdirect.com and it's unavailable.

A Google search didn't help. I did find a 1/2" collet with that part # for $80!!!

Can I use a collet from some other brand? Is every brand different? Suggestions?

 

[Cherryville Chuck]

Hi Kent and welcome. You don't have to have the collet. You can get by with a reducer bushing. https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/sho...ies/router-accessories/30126-bushing-adapters

https://www.mlcswoodworking.com/sho...bearings.html?zoom_highlight=reducer+bushings

$7 max. There may be other sources available to you too but there are at least these two.

Most collets are different from others so I can't tell you if yours matches someone else's. Both the diameter and the cone angle could be different.

 

[Herb Stoops]

If you have a shaft that takes a 1/2" bit then the 1/2" to 1/4" reducer should fit as long as you have the nut to tighten up the bit.
https://www.amazon.com/2Pcs-Router-...e/dp/B07SQYX1YF/ref=psdc_552574_t3_B00IG6YGBE

https://www.amazon.com/Whiteside-di...o/dp/B0012JG9QM/ref=psdc_552574_t1_B00IG6YGBE

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KJHTCS...9Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
Herb

 

[roxanne562001]

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[DesertRatTom]

Sad how often people buy a Craftsman and a couple of years later, can't find any parts. This is a constant refrain on this and other woodworking sites. I wouldn't buy anything from this horrible company. They are exploiting what once was a really good brand name.

 

[gomolajoe]

I can tell you from first hand experience that a dewalt 1/4” collet threads onto a craftsman router. It will tighten just fine. BUT it will vibrate when you start the router. I don’t think the bit was was able to be centered.