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Shars 202-5111 Precision R8 Collet 3/8"

  • R8 collet, TIR 0.0006 inch
  • 7/16-20 UNF thread size
  • Hand-tightened, manual lock
  • Steel, **12 oz**
  • For drilling, grinding, lathe and milling machines

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A precision R8 collet for a three eighths inch shank with a stated runout figure. The listing does not give the length or the shank tolerance.

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ASIN: B081K4Q93HModel: 202-5111Category: Clamps

Overview

A hand-tightened steel collet holds a tool shank in the spindle on this Shars R8 piece. The listing names drilling, grinding, lathe and milling machines as the places it works.

Choose it for a precision tool holder with a published runout figure, useful on a mill that takes R8 tooling. The limitation is sparse detail, since overall length and the shank range around its capacity are not given.

Who it's for

A machinist who already has an R8 spindle and needs one more shank size. The stated total indicator reading helps those watching runout. Someone with an ER collet system needs a different part.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Stated runout figure
  • Works on four machine types
Cons
  • Length not stated
  • Only one capacity offered
  • Drawbar details not given

Performance notes

Runout, shown as total indicator reading, measures how far the tool wobbles when spinning, and a smaller number gives truer cuts. The collet tightens by hand with a manual lock. Real accuracy also depends on a clean spindle taper.

Specifications

BrandShars
Model202-5111
Dimensions & fit
Item weight12 ounces
Item Diameter0.38 inches
Thread Size7/16-20 UNF
Capacity & performance
Capacity0.38 inches
Construction & materials
Material Typesteel
Compatibility & installation
Compatible DevicesDrilling Machine, Grinding Machine, Lathe, Milling Machine
Other details
Handle Typehand-tightened
Lock TypeManual
TIR (runout)0.0006"

Frequently asked questions

What shank size does the Shars 202-5111 R8 collet hold?

The listing gives a capacity of 0.38 inches, matching the 3/8 inch size in the title.

What thread does the Shars 202-5111 collet use?

A 7/16-20 UNF thread size is listed.

Will the Shars 202-5111 fit an ER spindle?

The title names an R8 collet, so the listing does not support use in an ER system.