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TEC – Where Industry Gets its Chuck Jaws

Trusted since 1946, Thame Workholding designs, manufactures, and stocks the UK’s largest range of chuck jaws.

Over 1,000 jaw types in stock, ready for nationwide next-day delivery.

Made in Britain. Industry-trusted. Quality guaranteed.

 

"Thame gave us a solution which ultimately led us to win the contract"
Matt Kelsall
Director, C&K Precision Engineers Ltd

"Fantastic service, great customer care and delivered ahead of time"
Gary Blackham
Director, Steller Engineering Ltd

"Our company has been dealing with Thame Engineering for over 20 years. During that time their product range has expanded enormously and their level of stock is second to none.

Add that to their incredibly friendly and knowledgeable service and it is easy to see why they are our number one choice for all workholding enquiries."

Robert Bailey
Frank Bailey Machine tools

"Many thanks for the speedy response… if only all our suppliers were like this!!"
Andrew Covey
Coker Engineering Ltd

Chuck Jaw and T-Nut Finder

Quickly and easily find the product you need, whether that's a Chuck Jaw, or T Nut. If you have questions on a product or need help contact us.

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The UK Leaders in Workholding Solutions – Trusted Since 1946

At Thame Workholding, we’ve been delivering reliable, high-performance workholding solutions for over 75 years. As the recognised UK leader in workholding solutions, we help manufacturers reduce cycle times, increase precision, and boost production efficiency across a wide range of industries. Our product offering covers everything from off-the-shelf chuck jaws to magnetic workholding, vacuum clamping systems, and zero-point technology. Whether you're running CNC machines, lathes, or mills, we provide the tools to help you machine with confidence.

Our Trademarked TEC chuck jaws and all bespoke workholding solutions are designed and manufactured in-house in the UK. This gives us complete control over quality, ensures quick turnarounds, and allows us to respond swiftly when a standard product won’t meet your needs.

We work closely with engineers and manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, medical, oil & gas, and general engineering. From one-off parts to full-scale production, our solutions are trusted across a broad spectrum of applications.
At Thame, we believe in true collaboration. We take time to understand your setup, your pressures, and your goals – then work with you to find the right solution. Our team brings deep engineering expertise, honest advice, and a practical, no-nonsense approach.

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Whether you need soft jaws, reversible jaws, vacuum plates, magnetic chucks, or a fully tailored CNC workholding solution, we’re here to help.
Even if you're just exploring your options, we’re always happy to have a conversation.