Compound slide height above ways: I thought I would be able to swap tools in their QCTP holders between my Microlux 7x14 and my Vevor 7x14. Surprise!
The height to the top of the compound slide is different on the two lathes; though the spindle center height above the ways is the same.
On the Vevor the top of the compound is about 3.5 mm lower than on the MicroLux. (71mm vs 74.5mm)
The reduction is in the compound slide top and base.
So we're not dealing with exact 'clones' even though it looks like the basic castings are very similar on different machines.
Do other brands/ variants have different heights?
I haven't checked yet, but I think this means that the parting tool holders with the sloping 'ramp' might be usable on the Vevor, while the one that came in the 'set' with the tool post isn't usable on my Microlux. I had to order a 'straight' holder from LittleMachineShop.
The difference might also affect the size of tools that will still be able to be set at center height.
