UNIMAT Secondary Level
Versatile and safe for schoools - 160141EDUB
The UNIMAT 1 Secondary is an extension of the UNIMAT 1 Primary School Set and, in addition to child-safe woodworking machines, includes additional functions for technical training.
By combining traditional woodworking machines such as the woodturning lathe, jigsaw, sanding machine, and hand drill with advanced metalworking tools, this set is also suitable for higher grade levels.
Additional machines such as the metal lathe, horizontal milling machine, and drill press (or vertical milling machine) allow for more complex projects in the classroom and provide deeper insights into material processing.
The set offers an introduction to metal and material processing while remaining safe and adaptable for educational use at different age levels.
Thanks to the modular design of the UNIMAT 1 Secondary, teachers can create a flexible and practical learning environment that supports structured technical education from early manual skills to advanced machining techniques.
Safety first!
The UNIMAT 1 Secondary expands on the UNIMAT 1 Primary School Set, offering a versatile, safe, and practice-oriented system for technical education.
The woodworking machines – including the woodturning lathe, jigsaw, sanding machine, and hand drill – are safely usable from the age of 8. They allow students to gain their first practical experience with materials while developing fundamental craftsmanship skills.
For more advanced technical applications from the age of 12, the set includes additional machines such as the metal lathe, horizontal milling machine, and drill press (vertical milling machine). These expanded functions enable more complex projects and provide deeper insights into metal and material processing.
The entire UNIMAT system is specifically designed for educational use, ensuring safe and age-appropriate operation. Thanks to its modular design, it can be flexibly adapted to different age groups and skill levels, enabling a comprehensive technical education – from basic manual skills to advanced manufacturing processes.
Machine applications
Jig Saw
The powerful jigsaw can be used with plywood, solid wood (up to 7 mm), balsa wood (20 mm), plastics and thin metal sheets. No annoying opening and clamping of the jigsaw blade when cutting windows and notches
Sanding Machine
The stationary rotating sanding disc provides the final touch to your work pieces and can sharpen your tools: from scissors to carving knives, chisels, gouges, etc. It can also be used as a hand-sander for hard-to-reach places.
Wood Lathe
The smallest lathe in the world creates elaborate pieces of turned wood. The small machine achieves an outstanding result with a distance between centers of 135 mm (extendable) and up to 50 mm diameter, while still being childproof. Candle holders, scale masts, gun barrels, doll house furniture ... all easily done.
Woodturning Variants
Faceplate Turning: The work piece is clamped on only one side using the faceplate.
Miniature Lathe: Tiny rods of wood or soft metal (up to 6 mm Ø) can be clamped with collets
Handheld Drill
For drill and engraving bits from 1 to 6 mm. Perfect for drilling at inaccessible spots and engraving.
Lathe
The longitudinal and cross slides with precision-scaled handwheels enable highly accurate machining. Designed like a professional lathe, the UNIMAT 1 allows for the precise manufacturing of axles, rims, cannons, and other turned parts from soft and non-ferrous metals.
Technical specifications:
- Distance between centers: 135 mm (expandable)
- Center height: 25 mm
Horizontal mill
Ideal for architectural models, key and slot joints, and precision work. The collets with a clamping range of 1 to 6 mm ensure high concentric accuracy of the milling bit. The tiltable slides allow for precise milling at various angles, enabling versatile machining options.
Drill press
Precise Drilling at Any Angle
The machining center enables highly accurate movements along the X, Y, and Z axes. Three precision-guided, swiveling slides allow for versatile, three-dimensional machining.
Machine Variant: Vertical Milling Machine
With the included HSS milling cutter, the drill can be easily converted into a vertical milling machine. Additionally, standard tools with a shank diameter of up to 6 mm can be clamped securely.
Technical Data
Motor: 20.000 rpm, 12 VDC
Headstock: M12x1, 8 mm hole through spindle
Gear ratio: 1:5 (4,000 rpm)
Tailstock: M12x1, 15 mm quill travel
Adaptor: 110-240V/50-60Hz,12V DC, 2A
UNIMAT 1 Secondary
A Complete Set for Technical Education
Includes all components for assembling the following machines:
- 3-axis milling machine (vertical or horizontal)
- Metal lathe
- Drill press
- Woodturning lathe
- Jigsaw
- Sanding machine
- Hand drill or hand grinder
Also included:
- Safety transformer 14V/100-240V
- Woodturning tools
- Various hand tools & drill bits
- Lathe cutting tools
- Sandpaper
- Live center
- Mounting brackets & fixing plates
- Drilling table
PLUS EDU Upgrade Package:
- Tool sharpening device
- Metal lathe tool rest
- Safety goggles
- 10 jigsaw blades
- Wooden baseplate with non-slip pad
- 2 micro clamps
- Metal collets
Introduction to materials science with UNIMAT Secondary
The UNIMAT set for secondary education enables the precise machining of a wide range of materials. In addition to wood – a proven and sustainable material – it allows for the efficient processing of soft metals, plastics, stone, and other materials. The expanded functions of the lathe and milling machine offer a broad spectrum of machining options, opening up diverse applications in technical education.
Through hands-on work with UNIMAT, students acquire comprehensive knowledge of material processing and deepen their understanding of technical processes. They further develop their craftsmanship skills while also improving their fine motor skills, concentration, and problem-solving abilities.
Integrating UNIMAT into the classroom provides a practical introduction to technology, preparing students for advanced technical training or careers. At the same time, working with real, physical workpieces offers a valuable alternative to an increasingly digital learning environment and fosters a deeper understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes.