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Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
There is great variety of machine dials so you will have to select what suits your needs. Dick -- http://www.homemadetools.net/ forum/ OFF-
By OldToolmaker · #64407 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
Just go to: wwwLittleMachineShop.com All the information is on their website. http://www.homemadetools.net/ forum/ OFF- SET-tailstock-center-65965#post105972 http://www.homemadetools.net/
By OldToolmaker · #64406 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
Do you have a part number for the dial. Or what category are they in?
By Frank In PA · #64405 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
Even though the Unimat is metric I would install Imperial (inch) lead screws as my micrometers are imperial. I don¡¯t need to complicate things. The only other pieces of measurement equipment is a
By OldToolmaker · #64404 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
Little Machine Shop has these dials to suite practically any thread pitch. I saw prices around $14.00 each. -- http://www.homemadetools.net/ forum/ OFF-
By OldToolmaker · #64403 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
Here is a picture of the resettable dial I have. They are readily available. -- http://www.homemadetools.net/ forum/ OFF- SET-tailstock-center-65965#post105972 http://www.homemadetools.net/
By OldToolmaker · #64402 ·
Re: Mistery Unimat 3 with interesting modifications
There is no difference between Belleville washers and disc springs - just that Belleville is a trade name and they may offer sizes that are not in the "standard" metric range. For example I don't
By Keith S. Angus · #64401 ·
Re: Tiny clock hands - advice please
If the had was steel, I would make a brass washer to fit the back of the hand, close up the split, and solder the washer to the back of the had to reinforce the break.? I have made a washer with a
By Charles Daldry · #64400 ·
Re: Tiny clock hands - advice please
Many thanks for the continuing advice - I have some 0.7mm material and piercing blades on the way. I¡¯m going to take my time.
By Peter Brooks · #64399 ·
Re: Tiny clock hands - advice please
I have some doubt that a soldered split joint will provide a good force fit for this.? That is why others have suggested steel backing. As far as the rat tail file, you may get lucky, depending on
By John Hutnick · #64398 ·
Re: Tiny clock hands - advice please
I would use a Jewelers saw, appropriate thickness of steel or brass, drill press and files. I use Rio Grande brand jewelry saw blades and have a swiss jewelry saw - under $20 for the saw; I have a
By Tamra · #64397 ·
Re: Mistery Unimat 3 with interesting modifications
Hello: On Thu, Nov 21, 2024 at 10:24 PM, Julius Henry Marx replied: Sorry for the delay but shipping from China, holidays and customs makes for a long wait. This is just an update, I need some time
By Julius Henry Marx · #64396 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Resettable Handwheels/Dials
Ron, that is a very good suggestion.? My Atlas 6 Inch or 618 lathe has one mounted on the compound. I think it could be adapted but it may involve lengthening the screw using one of the methods you
By Frank In PA · #64395 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Resettable Handwheels/Dials
FWIW, I just had the thought that perhaps a "good" option to put a bushing on the cross slide might be to use/make a two bolt flange mount (
By Ron K · #64394 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
Frank here is the link to the Hobby Machinist Craftsman dial project ( https://www.hobby-machinist.com/threads/new-cross-slide-dial-and-bearings.82575/ ). The thread has two drawings, one in a posting
By Ron K · #64393 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Resettable Handwheels/Dials
I found my ¡°Satin Chrome¡± Resettable dial¡±. I measured the OD and it is ¡°1.300¡± diameter. I am not sure yet if it is an appropriate size for the Unimat DB200 but it sure functions nicely. At
By OldToolmaker · #64392 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Adjustable Handwheels/Dials
FWIW. Bear with me while I provide some background. I have a Logan 10" lathe. Because of the design of the micrometer dial, it's not possible to remove remove all of the backlash in the cross slide
By Ron K · #64391 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Resettable Handwheels/Dials
When I replied in the original message, I changed one word in the Subject and thought it would do just that. Turns out it started a new one without the original content. There is always something to
By Frank In PA · #64390 ·
Re: Unimat Sl/DB Lathe Resettable Handwheels/Dials
Elliot, Thank You for the link. I just finished viewing all four of his videos. The sawblade indexer and number stamping jig are very clever and will work fine for this kind of project. The Logan and
By Frank In PA · #64389 ·
Re: Tiny clock hands - advice please
Wow, that is just incredible. Such precision, and a great video production. I¡¯m going to have to watch the rest of his videos now! Thanks Elliot.
By Peter Brooks · #64388 ·