Removing ER Collet From Collet Nut

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Removing ER Collet From Collet Nut

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ER Collets snap into the eccentric ring inside the collet nut. They are difficult to remove if you do not know this simple trick.

Line Up Diamonds/triangles on the Collet and the Nut

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Align the laser etched diamonds or triangles (different on various brands) on the collet and the collet nut.

Push Down on the Collet.

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Holding the collet and nut with the diamonds/triangles in the 12 o'clock position, press down on the collet.

Snap Out the Collet.

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The collet will snap out easily.