Unimat DB200, Light- Zamak Model

[Ulma Doctor]

I received a Unimat DB200, that i won at auction, today by Fed Ex !!!!!
it didn't come with much but i have been looking for accessories in preparation, more tooling is coming!

I'll call her, Eula

i was able to find some history on lathes uk.com, on the unimats

Emco Unimat SL1000 & DB200 Photo Essay

Machine Tool Archive, lathes.co.uk, Tony Griffiths

www.lathes.co.uk

here is the unit i picked up
it has a 95 watt type U 90 brushed motor, that develops a whopping 1/10 Hp !!!


it is a sweet little machine,
13 spindle speeds from 150 rpm to 6000, by belt and idler system
1/4"spindle through hole
8MM straight spindle and tailshaft sockets
M12x1.0 headstock and tailstock threads




here is the beast in milling/Drilling mode



i'll post the accessories as i get them, as well as the projects that come for the little one!

 

[tghsmith]

just don't expect to much out of it as a mill,, I did mod an ER16 collet holder for the spindle thread and modded the column for leadscrew control,, functions so so.. a better VS motor is a great addition,, more power and range without swapping belts,, a buddy shaft to align and quickly check the head alignment great time saver..

 

[tghsmith]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/WATCHMAKER...668214?hash=item594222d476:g:WCsAAOSwsjVeFkme not to bad here normally average 70-90 for each item.. the 3 jaw is a must have..

 

[middle.road]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/WATCHMAKER...668214?hash=item594222d476:g:WCsAAOSwsjVeFkme not to bad here normally average 70-90 for each item.. the 3 jaw is a must have..

That's a #1001 3-jaw mounted in the #1260 Index & Dividing head. (2) accessories for the cost of one.
Just went through his other items to see if he had the Index Plates (#'s 1236/xx) as well, alas no....

 

[Aaron_W]

Sherline offers their 2.5" 3 and 4 jaw chucks in several threads including 12mm and 14mm to fit Unimats. Other Sherline tooling may also work for them since they are similar in size and general design.

Sherline 3 jaw self centering chuck

Sherline 4 jaw self centering chuck

Sherline 4 jaw independent chuck

 

[tghsmith]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/UNIMAT-SL-...ssories-/133299378297?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276 just about everything including a watchmakers spindle..

 

[middle.road]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/UNIMAT-SL-...ssories-/133299378297?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276 just about everything including a watchmakers spindle..

Looks like it is time to put mine up.

 

[Ulma Doctor]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/UNIMAT-SL-...ssories-/133299378297?&_trksid=p2056016.l4276 just about everything including a watchmakers spindle..

i can't believe it sold for $1000
they are cool, but way over-valued IMO

 

[middle.road]

i can't believe it sold for $1000
they are cool, but way over-valued IMO

Let's hope it holds... Would offset the cost of all this dental work. -hehe

 

[Aaron_W]

i can't believe it sold for $1000
they are cool, but way over-valued IMO

Yeah, when I was first looking for a mini-lathe some suggested finding a Unimat. I think they are neat lathes, but the collectible aspect is starting to drive their prices up beyond their actual utility. I see a lot of them where the seller is asking a price that would buy a new, better tooled mini-lathe.

That $1000 one is a perfect example. Looks like a decently cared for Unimat with some accessories and a nice (original?) wooden box. Probably a nice score for a collector.

But $1000 for a 40-50 year old lathe and this tooling




Vs $1200 for a brand new lathe with active support and this tooling, including the ability to cut threads. Of course used market you can get this or better tooled for less than $1000.