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NOTE: Small hobby lathes are not new, they have been European made and very expensive, or have welded frames and are flimsy! These have a FULL cast iron bed with frame and headstock assembly - just like an industrial lathe! According to the US website www.mini-lathe.com these lathes can, of course, be used to machine metals but also be used to precisely machine wood, plastic and other materials. These are great lathes for anyone into robotics, miniature steam engines or trains, model making and other engineering hobbies. Or for businesses wanting to occasionally machine small parts. All lathes and milling machines here are METRIC (some have optional imperial threadcutting and dials) and operate on 220-240VAC 50Hz or 60Hz and they now come with a 3 year warranty. Service agents are located in most Australian capital cities.
STOP PRESS: The C3 is our most popular lathe (although many now buy the C3A). If you add the cost of the horizontal slider and the thread cutting gears to the cost of the C1 lathe you'll find that you pay only $70 extra for the C3. The delivery and handling fee to most capital cities in Australia is $55 (Brisbane $77). NOTE, the C3 is now available for $990 (conditions apply).
Click here to view the accessories that come with the C3 lathe.
The TL5000 or C3 model (7x14 or 14x7) is a larger (LxWxH = 760x230x300mm or 30x9x12") and more professional model to the C1 below. It includes many safety features - an emergency stop button, motor overload protection and a plastic chuck cover which must be down for the machine to operate. This prevents you from starting the lathe with the chuck-key in! Made with heavy cast iron, it's specifications include a swing over bed of 180mm (7"), max. length of work area 350mm (14")+, hole through spindle or spindle bore of 20mm (3/4")~, a spindle taper of MT3, tailstock taper of MT2, has a 1/2HP (350W) motor with speeds of 100-2800rpm approx. (in high range) and 40-1200rpm (in low range) with LED digital speed indication. Metric thread cutting pitches 0.4mm to 2.0mm in 10 steps (more are possible see below) included or imperial 12 tpi to 52 tpi in 18 steps available with optional TL5005 kit. A tumbler gear lever is provided that allows the lead screw to be reversed for left handed threads (an unusual feature on a small lathe) and a four-position lever-operated toolpost makes for fast and easy tool changes (tip, the quick change toolpost provides a better and safer alternative). Overall length is 750mm (30") and the weight is 44Kg(97lbs) and 54Kg(119lbs) in box with all accessories. Supplied with 80mm 3 jaw self-centring chuck (plus external jaws), 26 page instruction manual (including chapters on 'simple turning', 'simple turning with power feed', 'bevel cutting' and 'screw cutting'), metal cuttings and coolant tray, heavy-duty rubber feet, 6 piece metric thread cutting gear kit, dead tailstock centre, allen keys and spanners. Plus zero-resettable hand wheels with 0.025mm divisions on the cross and horizontal slides. The accessories listed here can also be used with the C2 lathe (model 200 or 300) or AL-30. Accessories for the C4, C6 or AL-60 lathes are also available.
The C3 lathe can cut metals, including; carbon steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminium, brass, copper, bronze, silver and gold plus non-metals as wood, carbon fibre and hard plastics. With the accessories available it should be able to perform any task required within the dimensional limits of the machine! NOTE, a few businesses have now purchased this lathe for use as a winding or polishing machine!
Customer feedback: 'I am pretty happy with the C3 lathe - it does everything I wanted!' Rod, Australia. 'I am pleased with the 3-jaw chuck; it is accurate to less than 0.001" runout...' Danny, Australia. 'I purchased from you a C3 mini lathe a year or so ago - still going well. Along with the lathe and several other things, I bought a 5 Watt Luxeon LED torch - it's fantastic. I now need to buy another for my son's birthday.' David P. Australia.
NOTE: We provide a new easy-to-read 30 page manual with all C3 lathes along with additional safety and other important instructions!
| PRICE LIST.........current until 31st July, 2008 | AUS$ | +GST | US$^ |
| TL-5000, 7x14 mini metal lathe C3...was $1150 | $900.00 | $990.00 | $810.00 |
| TL-5000A, 7x14 mini metal lathe C3A with DRO... ................mm & inch digital readouts - click here ................accessories included - click here, was $1320 | $1100.00 | $1210.00 | $990.00 |
| TL-5001, 10mm tailstock chuck & shank MT-2 | $40.00 | $44.00 | $36.00 |
| TL-5002, 13mm keyless chuck & shank MT-2 | $50.00 | $55.00 | $45.00 |
| TL-5003, Rolling, live or moving centre MT-2 | $40.00 | $44.00 | $36.00 |
| TL-5004, Rolling centre HEAVY DUTY MT-2 | $60.00 | $66.00 | $54.00 |
| TL-5005, Imperial thread cutting gear kit... ...............with gears & lead screw for imperial threads | $100.00 | $110.00 | $90.00 |
| TL-5006, Thread dial indicator (imperial & metric) | $30.00 | $33.00 | $27.00 |
| TL-5013, Morse taper reducer MT-3 to MT-2 | $22.00 | $24.20 | $19.80 |
| SN10000, Floor stand for C1/C3 lathe or small mill* | $90.00 | $99.00 | $81.00 |
| SN10004, 5 pce tungsten-carbide tipped cutter set* | $35.00 | $38.50 | $31.50 |
| SN10005, 11 piece cutter set, inc. 2 boring bars* | $70.00 | $77.00 | $63.00 |
| SN10006, 6 pce cutter set (SN10004 to SN10005)* | $40.00 | $44.00 | $36.00 |
| SN10007, Face plate 160mm dia. | $50.00 | $55.00 | $45.00 |
| SN10007A, Clamping kit for SN10007 faceplate | $25.00 | $27.50 | $22.50 |
| SN10008, Steady rest - supports long material | $60.00 | $66.00 | $54.00 |
| SN10009, Follower or moving rest | $50.00 | $55.00 | $45.00 |
| SN10010, 4 jaw chuck 80mm, independent* | $120.00 | $132.00 | $108.00 |
| SN10011, Quick change tool post inc. 3 tool rests | $100.00 | $110.00 | $90.00 |
| SN10012, 13mm tailstock chuck & shank MT-2 | $50.00 | $55.00 | $45.00 |
| SN10013, Headstock dead centre MT-3 | $30.00 | $33.00 | $27.00 |
| SN10015, Lathe Dog - drives work between centres | $15.00 | $16.50 | $13.50 |
| SN10029A, 4 jaw chuck 100mm + flang, independent | $180.00 | $198.00 | $162.00 |
| SN10061, Vertical slider or milling attachment | $270.00 | $297.00 | $243.00 |
| SN10064, Woodturning kit with spur drive & toolrest | $60.00 | $66.00 | $54.00 |
| SN10100A, 3 jaw chuck 100mm + flang | $200.00 | $220.00 | $180.00 |
| SN10130, Knurling tool with 2 heads ... adjustable dia. | $60.00 | $66.00 | a.s. |
| SN10131, Grinding attachment 240VAC operation | $150.00 | $165.00 | $135.00 |
| SN10140, Digital readout kit for cross/horz. slides | $200.00 | $220.00 | $180.00 |
| SN10145, Parting off tool and blade (substitute) | $20.00 | $22.00 | a.s. |
| SN10147, Rolling 13mm drill chuck MT-2 | $90.00 | $99.00 | $81.00 |
| SN10148, Mill chuck set 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16mm | $200.00 | $220.00 | $180.00 |
To see the optional accessories - click here.
+350mm (14") between headstock and tailstock centres.
~the hole through the 3 jaw chuck is only 15mm or 0.6" - the 4 jaw chuck is 22mm or 0.8"
* - these items may also be used with the TL4000 (C1) lathe!
More information on TL4000 (C1) and TL5000 (C3): 1. Three jaw chuck holds up to 35-40mm (1.5") using inside jaws and 75-80mm (3") maximum using the outside jaws. 2. All allen keys and spanners necessary for adjustment of the lathes are included, together with a chuck key, oil cup, external jaws (for 3 jaw chuck) and a spare fuse. 3. It is recommended that for rough cutting, you do not exceed 0.25mm or 0.01" depth of cut (10 divisions). 4. The lathe slides use dovetail construction with gib (miter wedge) adjustment for maximum rigidity and precision.
Lathe tips and applications: 1. For a thorough review of the C3 lathe (warts and all) go to the UK website click here. The www.mini-lathe.com website also provides reviews and explains all the terminology and provides on-line help with your new lathe! Also explains how to convert the C3 to a CNC lathe! 2. Because the lathe cutting tools are tungsten-carbide tipped, you will need to use a good quality grinding wheel to sharpen them. e.g. try a diamond-power coated knife sharpener. Click here for more information. 3. Another very useful website is http://www.mini-lathe.org.uk this site explains step-by-step how to do common turning operations, discusses problems and shows a home-made rotary table. 4. Click here to learn more about lathes and see video instructions on using an industrial sized lathe! 5. You could make your own miniature internal combustion engine on these lathes. Click here for more information. Also check out Model Engine News. Another very useful website with some projects for you to try is www.littlemachineshop.com. Shows you how to make some accessories such as: Carriage stop, Tailstock adjuster, Knurling tool, Slitting saw arbor, Screwless vise and Oscillating Steam Engine! 6. For more information about metalworking equipment and engineering and to see a chess set made on a lathe - click here. 7. For an Australian website showing a CNC controlled milling machine, a steam engine project, a taper attachment for a lathe and how a bandsaw is a must - click here. 8. Many more thread pitches (imperial and metric) may be machined on the C3 lathe than is shown in the manual (thanks John S. for this tip) - click here. Note, the stop/start method may need to be used rather than using a thread dial indicator with some pitches! 9. To be continued ...
More information on 8mm cutting tools:
1. The SN10004 five piece cutter set includes; DIN4971R, DIN4975, DIN4980R, DIN4980L and DIN4981R. The SN10006 six piece cutter set includes; DIN4972R, DIN4973R, DIN4974R, DIN4976, DIN4977R and DIN4978R. The SN10005 (11 piece) includes all.
Customer feedback: 'Hi, I purchased the C1 lathe back in January 2004 and it's given good service and has continued to work well. I'd now like to buy the vertical slider for it.' T. Cahill, Australia.
*May also be used with the C3 lathe. To see the accessories - click here.
More information on TL4000:
1. Overall measurements 60 x 30 x 21cm or 24 x 12 x 8 inches (L x W x H).
2. Max. length of work area (between headstock and tailstock centres) 25cm or 10". Max. swing over bed 15cm or 6". Cross-slide travel 6cm or 2.4". Spindle bore 9mm or 3/8" - allowing long lengths of pipes or bars to be worked!
3. Spindle speed variable: 100-2000 r.p.m.
4. Motor power output: 1/4hp or 150W.
5. Weight: 25Kg as shown. Gross: 29Kg in box with accessories.
6. Metric thread cutting - 5 steps - 0.5, 0.7, 0.8, 1, 1.25mm pitch. Imperial thread cutting - 5 steps - 16, 18, 19, 20, 24 TPI (Threads Per Inch).
7. Alternate part numbers SN10000 = TL-4002, SN10004 = TL-4004, SN10005 = TL-4005, SN10010 = TL-4012, SN10079 = TL-4032, SN10082 = TL-4020, SN10083 = TL-4018, SN10084 = TL-4016.
TL6000 (shown left)
TL7000 (shown right)
TL8000 (click here to view)
These milling table slides use dovetail construction with gib (miter wedge) adjustment for maximum rigidity and precision.
Parts of the instruction manuals have also been re-written by Procon Technology to improve comprehension and to add important operating and safety instructions.
All milling machines come with drill chuck and key, plastic oil can, spare fuse and adjusting tools (allen keys and spanners).
Also available are: milling machine boring and stub arbors, rotary tables, XY work tables and other accessories (please contact us for your requirements).
Applications:
For more information on mini milling machines go to the US website www.mini-mill.com. This website also explains all the terminology and provides on-line help with small milling machines!
3. Click here to learn more about milling machines and see video instructions on using an industrial sized milling machine.
4. For a review of the X3 milling machine and for magazine articles on converting the X3 to CNC - click here.
5. Another very useful website with some projects for you to try is www.littlemachineshop.com.
Payment and delivery?
A Delivery and handling fee applies to all large items: P.O.A. (ask us).
Delivery charge on small items $9.90 Australia wide.
Pay for a lathe or milling machine on 'American Express' and receive a discount on the delivery and handling charge!
EX-GST or DUTY FREE purchases may only be made when the delivery address is outside of Australia. i.e. for EXPORT orders.
Prices subject to change without notice.
^Assumes AUS$1 = 90c US.
NEW ZEALAND customers may now receive delivery from our affiliated warehouse in NZ. Some items not available. P.O.A. (ask us for a price).
Note, a FREE gift is provided to all N.Z. customers when purchasing through us.
Disclaimer: The above specifications may be subject to change without notice. The manufacturer and Procon Technology hold no responsibility for damage expenses, lost profits, or any other claims arising from the use of these products.
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PRICE LIST.........current until 31st July, 2008 AUS$ +GST US$^
TL-4000, C1 micro metal lathe 6x10 $600.00 $660.00 $540.00
TL-4000A, Electronic control board for C1 lathe $120.00 $132.00 $108.00 TL-4006, 10mm tailstock chuck & shank MT-1 $40.00 $44.00 $36.00 TL-4008, Rolling, live or moving centre MT-1 $30.00 $33.00 $27.00 TL-4009, Rolling centre HEAVY DUTY MT-1 $60.00 $66.00 $54.00 TL-4010, Headstock dead centre MT-2* $30.00 $33.00 $27.00 TL-4011, Morse taper reducer MT-2 to MT-1* $20.00 $22.00 $18.00 SN10000, Floor stand for C1/C3 lathe or small mill* $90.00 $99.00 $81.00 SN10004, 5 pce tungsten-carbide tipped cutter set* $35.00 $38.50 $31.50 SN10005, 11 piece cutter set, inc. 2 boring bars* $70.00 $77.00 $63.00 SN10006, 6 pce cutter set (SN10004 to SN10005)* $40.00 $44.00 $36.00 SN10010, 4 jaw chuck 80mm, independent* $120.00 $132.00 $108.00 SN10079, Faceplate 112mm dia. with 8mm T slots $50.00 $55.00 $45.00 SN10079A, Clamping kit for SN10079 faceplate $25.00 $27.50 $22.50 SN10080, Steady rest - supports long material $50.00 $55.00 $45.00 SN10081, Follower or moving rest $40.00 $44.00 $36.00 SN10082, Vertical slider or milling attachment $160.00 $176.00 $144.00 SN10083, Horizonal slider (allows bevel cutting) $200.00 $220.00 $180.00 SN10084, Thread cutting gear kit (metric + imperial~) $36.00 $39.60 $32.40 SN10086, Woodturning kit with spur drive & toolrest $50.00 $55.00 $45.00 SN10090, Mill chuck set 3, 4, 5, 6mm $100.00 $110.00 $90.00 SN10144, Quick change tool post inc. 4 tool rests...
..................3 standard + 1 cutter tool rest!$100.00 $110.00 $90.00
~the imperial gears for thead cutting can be used on the C1 but a small error occurs due to the metric leadscrew!
The X0 is a great high speed milling and drilling machine and is ideal for machining small parts in various materials (wood, plastic or metals). It has electronic variable speed control with speeds of up to 5000rpm in High and 3600rpm in Low. The motor is 1/4hp or 150W. The unit weighs (without table) 15Kg and 20Kg in box.
Maximum distance between spindle and table is 200mm (7.8") with a quick release handle that allows you to adjust the chuck-to-base distance instantly. Spindle stroke 40mm (1.6") and throat 165mm (6.5"). Drilling and milling capacity 6mm (1/4"). Comes with digital height gauge with zero function.
Spindle taper is B10 or JT1. A collet set is available to fit.
The optional SN10138 milling table size is 200x90mm (8"x3.5"), X travel 70mm (2.75"), Y travel 100mm (4") with 8mm t-slot. Weighs 5Kg. Without this table it can be used as a small precision drill press.
The SUPER X1 mini milling machine provides two speed ranges - 100 to 2000rpm (fast) and 100 to 1000rpm (slow). It also has forward and reverse operation and column tilt up to +/- 45 degrees from vertical.
The distance between spindle and table is 220mm (8.5") with a spindle stroke of 30mm (1.2") and a throat of 140mm (5.5"). The motor is 1/4hp (150W). The unit weighs 40Kg and 56Kg in box.
The milling table size is 240x145mm (9.5"x5.7") and X travel is 180mm (7") and the Y travel is 90mm (3.5") with t-slot 8mm. The drilling and end mill capacity is 10mm and the face mill capacity is 20mm. Spindle taper is MT2.
The SUPER X1 milling machine is the most popular for hobbist use and, to assist our customers, the entire 20 page instruction manual has been re-written by us.
The X2 milling machine provides two speed ranges - 0 to 2500rpm (fast) and 0 to 1100rpm (slow). It also has column tilt up to +/- 45 degrees from vertical.
The distance between spindle and table is 280mm (11") with a spindle stroke of 180mm (7") and a throat of 180mm (7"). The motor is 1/2hp (350W). The unit weighs 50Kg and 68Kg in box.
The milling table size is 400mm x 95mm (16" x 3.75") and X travel is 220mm (8.5") and the Y travel is 100mm (4") with t-slot 12mm. The drilling capacity is 13mm, end mill capacity is 16mm and the face mill capacity is 30mm. Spindle taper is MT3.
Supplied with perspex chip guard.
PRICE LIST.........current until 31st July, 2008 AUS$ +GST US$^
TL-6000, X0 micro milling and drilling machine $360.00 $396.00 $324.00 SN10000, Floor stand for mill X0, X1, X2 $90.00 $99.00 $81.00 SN10138, X0 milling table 200x90mm (optional) $200.00 $220.00 $180.00 SN10139, Collet chuck set 1, 2, 4, 5, 6mm for X0 $250.00 $275.00 $225.00 TL-7000, X1 super mini milling m/c with table $600.00 $660.00 $540.00 SN10035, 50mm wide quick vice for X0/X1 mills $80.00 $88.00 $72.00 SN10069, HSS end mill set 3,4,5,6,8,10mm $50.00 $55.00 $45.00 SN10070, Collet chuck set 3,4,5,6,8,10mm MT#2 $240.00 $264.00 $216.00 SN10078, Collet set 3,4,5,6,8,10mm MT#2 $110.00 $121.00 $99.00 SN10105, Clamping kit for X1 mill (24 piece) $70.00 $77.00 $63.00 TL-8000, X2 milling m/c 350W 1/2HP motor $900.00 $990.00 $810.00 SN10036, 100mm wide quick vice $100.00 $110.00 $90.00 SN10037, Collet chuck set 4 to 16mm MT#3 $250.00 $275.00 $225.00 SN10045, HSS end mill set 4,6,8,10,12,14,16mm $80.00 $88.00 $72.00 SN10047, Clamping kit for X2 mill (42 piece) $120.00 $132.00 $108.00 SN10132, Automatic Y axis feeder for X2 mill $200.00 $220.00 $180.00
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