Chinese Mini Lathe Machifit Cuniform Gib Aloris Type Toolpost

[@j3xk72r9]

Thanks Steve. I bought one of these from Arc Euro Trade for my Warco WM180. I had to bore out the base plate to fit over the boss on the compound, but it is a very nice toolpost. I have made a handle to replace the locking nut on top and have now started a batch of shop made extra tool holders.

[@AtticusDraco]

You'd make a heck of a purchasing manager You really can't beat the price, huh? That's really cool that you can now match up to both machines Thanx for sharing

[@stejac51]

... I have to agree with every word you have said on this video ... these tool posts and tool holders are extremely good quality and fantastic value for money ... I changed over to these on my Myford S7B after seeing your previous on that lathe ... the result is outstanding !! Thank you.

[@Legg99]

Thanks Steve - excellent detailed review again. As others have said I have been looking for this style of QCP but couldn't be sure if the ones I was looking at were suitable for the mini-lathe. Now I know this one is I have just banged an order into Banggood! Cheers.

[@jamiebuckley1769]

hello steve nice addition to your machine shop great score. seems quite ridgid as well with a nice selection of tooling. great that the tooling matches up to both lathes.

[@stevewhite315]

Just spotted your reply to someone else about 250-007 height. I inverted tool and reversed chuck and did not use height adjustment. Just locked toolpost really hard, although inverted the adjustment screw forces are upwards in reverse so not needed. Parts better in reverse.

[@oldhick9047]

Well done review sir, I have been puzzling over a tool post up-grade from the "button" style I am currently using. I believe I will go with the same model you have reviewed here, it seems that it would be much more ridged than my current set-up.I also followed your videos on the milling set-up for the Chinese mini-lathe, with good results. Thanks again.

[@MrMichaeljab]

I believe you will find that the part-off tool #250-007 with its 4 degree back rake will not work on a 7x mini lathe. The blade will be too high. You will need part-off tool #250-007T that has zero back rake angle for use on a 7x mini lathe. But it doesn’t appear that Banggood sells this holder.

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Sorry I missed your comment. I use a different part off altogether, so I haven't tried it yet!

[@nikond90ful1]

Thanks for the video Steve. My set of these just arrive two days ago. Yet to get it installed.

[@hanspijpers2100]

why not use the double nut trick to loosen or fasten the treaded rod ?? Does no damage to the stem !

[@pauls5745]

these are pretty good if you get the steel post. I don't recommend the knurling tool for these for mini lathe bcs with this type, the lack of rigidity will show most bcs it applies pressure laterally. for knurling, the clamping type gives a better cut than push against. all in all I love my QCTP, and now I see the 250-001 are commonly sold online under $15! time to pick up a couple more thanks for the mini lathe tips. my machine is much better since I started watching this channel haha

[@jpgmoreno]

very nice and instructive video, has make me clear what tool kit i need to buy, thank you kind Sr.

[@stevewhite315]

Steve, have you an explanation for the two gib positions? It doesn't seem possible to fit 2 tools in post. Is this preference or job dependent. or maybe for parting tools fitted upside down? (Just received a complete set today - yes, very well made and finished beautifully). Ooops just ansered this myself - the 2nd tool position is for things like boring bars in line with main lathe chuck!

[@MattysWorkshop]

Gday Steve, thank you for a great review, I’ve been thinking of changing over to a QCTP but was not sure on what type, you have explained this in a way I can understand and I appreciate that, now to talk the wife into letting me purchase one, thanks again mate, ATB Matty

[@tonyobrien5651]

Hello Steve. I was just watching your video on the Mechifit tool post and holder. I so impressed I order from the usual suspects a Mechifit tool post and what i thought would come with 5 tool holder that is shown in the picture. More fool me. Anyway the tool post arrived without any holders. I ordered up some cheaper holders which I thought would fit the Mechifit tool post but when they arrive the dovetailed slot was to narrow by a couple of millimetres. Rather than waste these holders what would be the thought on opening up the dovetail slot to make them fit my tool post. if it works it would cut the cost of tool holder by 3/4 the cost of Mechifit holders. I appreciate they would not be of the same quality but sufficient for the hobby Mini lathe user.

[@jgt9261]

Hi Steve, didn't you do a modification awhile back to the Dixon T37 tool holder whereby you increased the diameter of the centre-height adjusting screw and substituted a locking nut for the cap head screw. I can't find it anywhere on your channel. I would really like to review that video. Regards Jeff (Australia)

[@5b4aezmarinoscyprus71]

Hello Steve, I have the same QCTP for more than a year, and it's an excellent product, but am worry about this little delicate movable wedge-gib in case that will broke, where I can get it as a spare part. If you have any idea who may provide this... Thanks for the nice video.

[@Smallathe]

Thanks! Very nice tool review. Wish it could fit on my unimat... it can, but it's way to big for the unimat. The unimat center is 12mm (1/2") above the carriage bed so it's very limited. I'll keep it in mind for the next lathe! :)

[@stevewhite315]

Now I come to use my 250-007 I am wondering how you get the parting tool tip centred. If I invert the parting tool it is also too high? Bit confused and google seems so as well. Using on a mini lathe. Any advice? Blade is Arc HSS-Co5 1.5x13x85. Cam at 3/4 position.

[@slots1407]

Mill the bottom off the dovetail until it's the correct height.

[@stevewhite315]

@@slots1407 I think its quite hard, but will test it.

[@stevewhite315]

Steve, (2nd question) It seems for recent mini lathes (mine an Axminster SC2) the little spring/ratchet under the toolpost needs removing as this interferes with rotation. It also might be worth replacing the nut on top with an lever nut to position angle of toolpost.

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Mine seems to be fine. Regards Steve

[@tonygibbo7546]

Thanks for posting vey useful looks like its going to be an early Chrissy present to myself

[@ianlainchbury]

I bought one of these for my Chester DB7, although I had to make an adapter plate to raise it slightly. Very much worth it though

[@fe_busdesto8934]

i also got one of these for my Chester DB7 but I have a slight problem with it

[@tectalabyss]

Thank you Mr Jordan. Liked,Shared,Added to playlists. All my best.

[@StrathpefferJunction]

Great video and review. Would this work on a Sieg C0 micro lathe? Thank you!

[@SteveJordan]

Thanks. I really don't know whether it will fit that one. I haven't seen one of those lathes other than online. Regards Steve

[@madguernseyboy]

THANK YOU! will this work well on the ML10?

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Brendan. I think it will be fine. I have the same set on my Myford ML7. Regards Steve

[@AdrianTechWizard]

You should try putting some electrical tape over the 7-segment speed indicator. It becomes much easier to read on camera.

[@dslinkert]

Thank you for your excellent video's. I've just bought my first lathe an Emco Compact 8 clone and have purchased on your advice this tool post which is indeed very sturdy. My only concern is after it came apart by accident it now only locks counterclockwise as I cannot get the tool holders on with the gibs up. I tried swapping them around but that has no effect. I did notice that tightening or loosening the centre part (with the slit on top has some effect but cannot get it to work. I'm happy to leave it as it is unless you think there might be an issue doing it this way? I like the pace of your video's they're good to follow for someone at my beginner level and give confidence.

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Daniel, I had the same experience at first with mine. It is only that the gib has located in the wrong position when loading it into the toolpost. It took me several attempts to get it right. You have to take the gib out and put it back in so the handle take up mechanism picks up with the tooth on the back of the gib correctly. Trying different positions of the handle in accordance with the pick up of the first tooth on the back of the gib. It took me a while to work it out with several attempts. It is a bit like putting the jaws into a chuck in the correct pickup sequence. I can assure you there is nothing wrong with your toolpost set. It is just a matter of trial and error until you get it right on the correct pickup position. Let me know how you get on with it. Regards Steve

[@dslinkert]

@@SteveJordan thanks for your prompt reply I have been out today but will have another few go's tomorrow

[@dslinkert]

@@SteveJordan I think the problem might be that the toolholder are very low on the post and the gibs appear to be touching the top of the compound slide before they completely tighten up. Tightning it counterclockwise seems secure and also prevents the nut of the post te become looser as one tightens the toolholder. I tried repositioning the gibs with 1 click 2 clicks and even 3 clicks after they were loose and the tool post ends indeed in a different place but not so I can do it correctly. Thanks for your advice anyway .

[@EvoKeremidarov]

i ordered a set for my S7 but unfortunately im stuck on back Order with Banggood for over a week now... hopefully soon they can post it

[@Hazzy238]

Steve, I bought a set of the tool posts, fantastic, thank u. I then bought tools for them from same source. Not sure how to use the tools. Could u do a video on useage . Tools were Drillpro 10pcs DCMT070204 YBC251 Carbide Insert and Machifit 7pcs 10mm Shank Lathe Turning Tool Holder Boring Bar With Carbide Inserts. There is a set of 7 different holders and cutters.

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Thanks....I did this video some time ago showing some of these tools with the DCMT070204. I may do another video soon. See Link:- kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ2QhnymfZ2Dj5Y

[@uCmeOnUTube]

Hi Steve, do you have a banggood product that fits into the DMC 250-007 cutting blade holder? Thanks Thorsten

[@SteveJordan]

I just buy their 2mm HSS. Its 200mm long so you can cut it in half to make two tools

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

Thanks for all Your inspiring and educating videos. Reading Your page understanding a little about Your situation, I just take my hat off for Your video producing work. Got a Warco Super Mini Lathe a few weeks ago. I first changed the standard Mini Lathe toolpost to the Warco QCTP. Watching Your videos I changed again to the Machifit QCTP because Your video told it easily fits, and feel I'm home now. Thanks a lot for that video! I just received an 250-007 and I would like to by a cutting blade to it. Searching both Banggood, Ebay and using Gogle I'm still empty handed. Do You have time to tell me where You bought the blades for the 250-007.

[@fe_busdesto8934]

Steve I have a problem with mine, in that one of the sides the tool holders get stuck in the wedge of the toolpost and don't come out when loosened but is absolutely fine in the other side, I have contacted the people where I got mine from but they weren't willing to send a replacement wedge/dovetail. What do u think I should do

[@SteveJordan]

You could blue it up with a permanent marker pen then put it back in and operate the wedge a few times to see where it is sticking. Then rub the area with a fine emery abrasive until it stops sticking. My one took a while to 'run in' on one as well.

[@fe_busdesto8934]

Steve Jordan thanks for the advice I thought about blueing it but I didn’t know if fine sand paper would be the right choice

[@mitchlees9622]

Steve, You had previously dispensed with the compound slide and fixed the tool post to a special block to improve rigidity. One the previous video you said you were going to see if this worked for the mini lathe. I have delayed buying this Aloris type and making a block to replace the compound until the promised video on the mini lathe/Aloris type came out. You have shown it fitted to the compound slide here, but will it work ok if I use the replacement block method of mounting? Thank very much for this and all the other excellent videos - as a beginner I have learned a great deal. Mitch

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Mitch. I forgot to mention that It does fit the block as well. I will be showing it on that one in upcoming videos. Regards Steve

[@mitchlees9622]

@@SteveJordan Thanks Steve - look forward to it. Thought it would be OK but just wanted to check before I bought it. regards Mitch

[@tattoos1988]

Hi Steve I bought exactly the same one I’m not very good with thread sizes do you know what the thread size is on these because I need to drill and tap my cross slide for the bolt to fit thanks in advance mate 👍

[@SteveJordan]

Hi The thread size you need is 10mm x 1.5 (The core drill size for this thread is 8.5mm). Make sure you use a smaller diameter pilot drill before using the thread core drill to get exact size. Regards Steve

[@tattoos1988]

Steve Jordan thanks a lot Steve your a life saver lol love the videos and your knowledge sharing all the best god bless

[@colincampbell993]

I beleive you mentioned using this size on your ML7, that being the case, I should purchase the 250-000 for my Myford, correct?

[@SteveJordan]

Yes I used the 250-000 on my Myford.

[@steph2211]

Hi Steve that should fit my 7X8 craftex lathe model B1979C it is a chinese mini lathe what do think? thanks my friend.

[@SteveJordan]

Hi yes it should be fine for that one. It looks the same type as mine, just shorter in length on the lathe bed? Regards Steve.

[@steph2211]

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[@madguernseyboy]

The parting off tool is too high for my ML10. do you have any recommendations?

[@SteveJordan]

If it is just a few millimetres you can just grind the top down a bit on the actual part-off blade just at the front making sure it is nice and square.

[@kenhenman303]

Hi Steve, I decided to order this kit so set about placing my first Banggood order. Honestly, it was so unclear what you actually get - is it a kit? -is it just the toolpost? -is it the post plus one toolholder? The price was wildly different depending on whether you clicked the GB or CH warehouse box. The photographs and item numbers didn't match the description..... It's probably just me being new to Banggood but I ended up so confused that I just forgot the whole idea! I'm not blaming you, you've obviously learnt how the site works, and I really enjoy your videos (especially the actual machining ones). Keep them coming. Perhaps it's just me getting old!

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Ken the site is a bit unclear at first. You have to click on each toolpost separately adding them to your Banggood online basket before checking out and paying. You can see each different number toolholder in your basket in small numbers under the photos and you can choose how many of each toolholder and the toolpost itself. It looks more difficult than it is but one can check all contents before checking out and paying for the items. Regards Steve

[@mitchlees9622]

Ken Henman I,m with you! Can’t see how to buy the whole kit - ie the post and the 5 tool holders?? Mitch

[@dalemcinnes1834]

@@mitchlees9622 Hi Mitch, the Bangood system is a bit confusing and it can be a bit frustrating but it is doable. First off it is not a kit. You order each piece separately so you get what you want. Steve is right and you can put the quantity of each item you want including the tool holder. Later if you decide you want more of something you can order more of that particular piece. It actually works good once you understand it. As Steve said just put it in your cart and then you can go and look at your cart and check and decide before you place your order. If you decide you do not want something it will not let you go to zero items but you can uncheck it. It will still be there but will not be in your order when you place your order. Even then when you place your order you can back out before paying and redo your order. Hope this helps. Dale in Canada

[@kenhenman303]

Thanks Steve and Dale, I'll have a stiff drink then brave the Banggood site once more, although it looks like some of the items are now sold out. Ken.

[@mitchlees9622]

Ken Henman Thanks, I will have another go. One of the things that is confusing is that whilst I want the smallest model, the 000 each time I try and get a 000 holder it say in the ‘size’ box a number. I think it is referring to the holder number and not the actual size, but just a little concerned that I end up with the larger tool holders. Must be an age thing on my part! I will have to get my granddaughter on the job. Mitch

[@andrewdouglas5939]

Hi Steve , I really enjoy your channel and think your production skills are excellent. I have a CJ0618 Chinese mini lathe similar to yours. I am about to buy the 250-00 tool post and holders. I have read some reports that the 250-007 part off tool holder does not achieve centre height in some Chinese mini lathes and was wondering if you had any issues ? Thanks in advance. Andrew

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Andrew, Thanks. I don't think I've tried it yet....I will check my 250-007 tomorrow, as I have been using a different part-off tool held in one of the turning tool holders. I'm pretty sure I have one but haven't tried it yet. I just swapped all the tools over from my Dixon set. I will get back to you tomorrow....Regards Steve

[@andrewdouglas5939]

Steve Jordan thanks Steve

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Andrew. I have just checked my 250-007 and there are no problems whatsoever achieving centre height. I have just tested it and it is a good holder. Regards Steve

[@andrewdouglas5939]

@@SteveJordan thanks Steve

[@halfbaked4life]

The tool post is sold out. How does it compare to the previous Banggood tool post ??

[@SteveJordan]

It should be back in stock soon. It is spot on compared to my other one on the Myford lathe. Regards Steve

[@IW4DBX]

is that suitable for the chinese mini lathe?

[@SteveJordan]

Yes it is.

[@gregwilson9035]

Hi Steve, is the toolpost material Aluminium or Steel? I didn’t hear that in your video. Sorry if I missed it. I have an Aluminium piston style quick change tool post atm. The Aluminium leaves a bit to be desired in my opinion. Hopefully this is steel.

[@stejac51]

the toolpost is a very good quality STEEL very nicely ground & blacked ... you will be very pleased with them ... I know I was with my kit.

[@gregwilson9035]

Thanks Steve, I’ve ordered a toolpost to replace the Aluminium piston style. Hopefully this will provide more rigidity. I may look at making a solid piece to replace the cross slide as well.

[@gregwilson9035]

I received the toolpost holder. It’s good quality. No problem there. However be warned, your existing tool holders may not be compatible. I found this out the hard way. I had a good assortment of tool holders for the Aluminium piston type toolpost. These don’t fit the new toolpost 😢 More expense now to buy new tool holders 😭

[@tangozulu]

Hi Steve is there a way to contact you privately, Thanks, Nick

[@SteveJordan]

Hi Nick you can contact me by email [e-mail]. Make a note of it as I don't leave email address here for long.

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