Turret-Profile Sharpie Plotter Chuck
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Description
A stepped, turret-profile chuck designed to adapt standard Sharpie markers for use in pen plotters expecting an 11mm tool. The lower section drops seamlessly into the machine's carriage, while the flared upper collar houses an 11.5mm bore tailored to the 11.3mm grip and 13mm shoulder of a standard marker.
Design Details
- Compression Collar: A vertical flex slot allows the upper section to clamp firmly onto the pen body without warping the base.
- Zip-Tie Channel: A recessed groove in the collar provides a secure seat for a standard zip tie to cinch the mechanism closed.
- Internal Stop: An internal taper arrests the pen's shoulder, keeping the tip height consistent across tool changes.
- Tip Clearance: An 8.5mm lower bore ensures the marker tip passes through smoothly without clipping the adapter walls.
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