All-U-Need (rock/mineral model)
SKU: 20-021
Our American-made All-U-Need is a flat lap machine that is one of the best on the market and has been for over 30 years. Grind, smooth and polish rocks and minerals to make free-form shapes and cabochons for necklaces, earrings, rings and other jewelry pieces. Create flats for larger pieces or on the backs of cabochons. It’s also well-suited for polishing a large variety of natural and synthetic gem material, enamels and metals. The All-U-Need is available in both 6″ and 8″ models and comes with an accessory kit specially designed for grinding, smoothing and polishing rocks and minerals. (If you plan on polishing glass and/or crystal, we suggest purchasing the All-U-Need glass/crystal model.)
The Hi-Tech Diamond All-U-Need lap machine is manufactured with a 1/2" arbor and powered by a 1/4 hp, heavy-duty, ball bearing, DC motor. This motor is variable speed so you can work at whatever pace you desire, delivering speeds from 800 rpm to 3,400 rpm. This portable machine can be used anywhere. Whether you're at home, in the shop or on the road, this quiet machine won't disturb others around you. It's lightweight, rustproof and impact-resistant, making it even easier to travel with.
The coolant reservoir, which holds about a pint of water, prevents heat buildup while you work and removes dust particles so you don't inhale any harsh chemicals. That pint of water will give you two to three straight hours of work without refilling. The black splash guard keeps water off you so you don't get soaked while you work. Cleanup is as simple as it gets: Just remove the black spray shield, rinse with clean water and you're ready to work again.
Electricity supply
Make sure you choose the right power supply for your machine. The 220 volt models are available only for overseas customers that require 220V - 240V power supply. All 220 volt models are manufactured with this CE rated, Type F plug (see below):
International customers
We are not responsible for any import duties or customs charges. Any such fees incurred to receive your package are not covered by us. Please consult your country's customs policy for more information. For Europe sales, please contact Inland Craft Europe at info@inlandcraft.de. For Australia sales, please visit Aussie Sapphire at www.aussiesapphire.com.au.
This All-U-Need lap machine comes with a rock/mineral accessory kit that allows you to work right out of the box. Our grinding and polishing process makes easy work of finishing quartz, agate, jasper, tourmaline, corundum, opal and a large variety of natural and synthetic gem material. This kit also works well with metals and enamels.
Rock/mineral accessory kit includes
- 180# electroplated diamond lap
- 325# brown diamond smoothing disc
- 600# red diamond smoothing disc
- 1,200# blue diamond smoothing disc
- Tech-11 polishing pad
- 2-gram 14,000# diamond paste syringe
- Four acrylic backing plates
Machine includes
All-U-Need (rock/mineral) specifications
- Machine dimensions: 10" L X 10" W X 12" H
- Machine weight: 9 lbs
- Machine housing construction: rustproof, ABS plastic
- Motor type: 1/4 hp variable speed direct drive motor with speeds ranging between 800 rpm - 3,400 rpm
- Motor voltage: 115V or 220V
- Country of origin: U.S.A.
- Shipped from: U.S.A.
Want to increase the water reservoir capacity?
Our Pro-Flow water cooling system offers innovative ways to accomplish this and will provide you with hours of drips and use. Simply clip the attachment onto the All-U-Need and use with either a one-gallon pressure tank or submersible water pump.
Extended warranty program
You’re about to make a smart investment by purchasing a Hi-Tech Diamond All-U-Need machine so protect it with our extended warranty program. Our extended warranties extend the one-year manufacturer warranty that is included with the All-U-Need. Choose from either a one- or two-year warranty extension. We recommend purchasing this extended warranty at the same time you purchase your Hi-Tech Diamond machine.
Customer Reviews
Not having used a lap before, there is a bit of a learning curve. But it does what it says it does and does it well.
I just used this machine and it works great! I’m willing to buy more additional accessories in the near future!
Hi-Tech Diamond has flap lap equipment down to a science! The machine is well built, easy to set up, and works like a dream! I know without doubt ours is going to gain an extensive amount of use. So far, the only minor thing that we found a tad disheartening is the cost of additional disks and optional supplies, they were hedging towards the pricey side. However, the idea of "you get what you pay for" is a positive in this case.
cant get these in uk
ordered from the states, arrived 1 week later
great service and machine
As a beginner in lapidary I was looking for a good all around machine and I have found it with this flat lap. My 2nd stone turned out amazingly. The things I wish was offered would be including the 80, 220, and 3000 disc's. Plus putting the polishing pads on the backer plates is a little tricky. If you recently bought this machine and are confused about the self adhesive pads (as I was) there is a thick cardboard cover over the adhesive. I used the tip of a utility knife to get the edge unstuck. If they aren't centered properly on the backers water will splash out of the water cup. All in all I love this machine and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to get into the lapidary hobby. I have included a picture of a Petoskey stone I did with this machine.
