A few more accessories for my Unimat SL.

I've recently bought a couple more accessories for my Unimat SL.

First up there's a DTI (Dial Test Indicator) holder;

This clamps onto the bed bars holding a clock (DTI) in place to accurately measure the travel of the saddle along the bed;

This makes turning a shoulder to length, facing a job to size etc. easier, as long as the travel of the clock (usually 1/2" or 10mm) is taken into account. It should also be very usefull when the machine is set up as a mill/drill, accurately positioning holes relative to each other for example.

Next up is a replacement dial for the cross-slide. This one is resettable, which means that it can be zeroed in any position like a dial on a full sized lathe;

Unlike the original dial which is one piece, this is made in two parts, the larger diameter ring turns on the body. Its just a straight swap as well keeping things nice and simple. Here it is next to the standard item (on the right);

And on the machine;

Both of the above came from Mundford Machine Tooling via Ebay. Usual disclaimer applies.

Finally I've been given a couple of tools by my wife;

At the top is a parting off tool. Before I can use it I need to grind the rake angle on the top of the blade. I'm also going to shorten the holder to fit my toolpost with less overhang.
Below is a Glanze indexable turning tool. This type of tool uses throwaway tips that are screwed in place.
Both tools have a 6mm shank are are really tiny compared to industrial tools!

The DTI holder, resettable dial and turning tool have all been used today and have all proved their worth.

Paul.