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DEC DF32 DS32 Vintage PDP-8 Fixed Head Disk Drive Mechanism Untested Rare For Sale

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DEC DF32 DS32 Vintage PDP-8 Fixed Head Disk Drive Mechanism Untested Rare

Price: CA $299.00

Please review all photos closely, as they're considered part of the description.

Item Details

- Manufacturer: Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC)

- Type: Fixed-head disk drive mechanism, DF32/DS32 family (label references both DF32-D/E and DS32-D/E margin settings)

- System compatibility: PDP-8, PDP-8/S, PDP-8/I era systems (per DEC documentation, DF32/DS32 units were used with these machines)

- Era: Approximately 1968–1973

- Included: Disk platter, spindle motor, Barry shock/vibration mounts, control panel (Margins A/B switches, 120V AC In/Out, Maint Only indicator and fuse, Disc Motor section)

- NOT included: Logic card cage / backplane (the controller electronics are not present — this is the mechanical disk transport only)

- Country of Manufacture: USA

Condition

- Untested — no power-on or functional testing has been performed

- Visual inspection only: platter, motor, and control panel are present and appear intact in photos

- General wear, oxidation, and handwritten service notations visible on the chassis consistent with age and prior lab/industrial use

- Completeness beyond what's pictured cannot be confirmed — sold as-is, mechanism only

Shipping and Handling

- Handling time is 1–7 business days; packed securely (heavy precision mechanism — will require substantial padding and a sturdy box)

- Combined shipping available on multiple purchases

- Tariffs may apply and are the responsibility of the buyer. Made in USA — tariff exempt.

Buyer Note

- This is a specialist/collector item for PDP-8 and vintage minicomputer restoration enthusiasts — please research DF32/DS32 systems before offerding if you're unfamiliar

- Questions welcome before purchasing

- Photos are part of the description, please inspect closely. We do our best to accurately photograph the item.

- Sold as-is, untested, mechanism only — no logic card cage included

- Thank you for purchasing with us!

This listing description was created with AI assistance.

ITEM SPECIFICS:

- Brand: Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC)

- Type: Fixed-Head Disk Drive Mechanism

- Model Family: DF32 / DS32

- Compatible System: PDP-8

- Era: Late 1960s–early 1970s

- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States