Ash - it's an Axminster C1, not the micro micro lathe
http://www.axminster.co.uk/product-A...-Mk2-33289.htm
I'm OKish with electronics, but I wouldn't consider converting this one. After the project, I will see how often I use it, and might upgrade to a 9"x20". Now that I would consider CNC for
Cheers
Sean