Lathem Time Clock Motor w/ 2-Year Guarantee | Employee Time Clocks
Lathem Time Clock Motor (Mechanical Punch Clocks)
A dependable replacement motor for many classic Lathem metal-cased time recorders—supported with install guidance and a two-year replacement guarantee.
In Stock 2-Year Replacement Guarantee Mechanical Lathem (Metal Case)
Best for
- Clocks that stop intermittently
- Units that drift / lose time under load
- Older machines that buzz or run rough
- Shops keeping legacy punch clocks running
- Facilities needing a quick repair part
- Maintenance teams doing in-house service
Compatibility (examples)
Commonly referenced for mechanical Lathem models such as 1221, 2026, 2121 / 2126, 4001, 4026 and many similar metal-cased recorders. If your clock is metal-case and the motor looks similar, it’s typically the correct fit.
Install overview (plain-English, aka "man-splaining")
- Unplug the clock.
- Open the cover and carefully remove the movement retaining clip.
- Lift the movement to access the motor.
- Loosen motor screws, disconnect wires, and swap the motor/bracket.
- Reassemble in reverse order and test punch alignment.
Tip: while open, it’s a great time to replace the ribbon and inspect any wear parts.
UPC: 696735751203
More Time Clock Motors | Ribbons | Time Cards
Recommended add-ons
- Lathem mechanical ribbon (2-pack option)
- Lathem key for mechanical case
- Time cards (1-week or 2-week formats)
Need help confirming fit? Call with your Lathem model number and a quick photo of the inside motor.
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Lathem Time Clock Motor w/ 2-Year Guarantee | Employee Time Clocks
Lathem Time Clock Motor (Mechanical Punch Clocks)
A dependable replacement motor for many classic Lathem metal-cased time recorders—supported with install guidance and a two-year replacement guarantee.
Why this one?
Lathem's encapsulated coils are covered with DuPont's ZYTEL 70G33L resin, a glass reinforced nylon. By using encapsulated coil motors, the Lathem time recorders have a superior resistance to moisture (15% greater dielectric strength*) and power surges. The encapsulation process also produces stronger lead wires which reduces the chances that the wires will pull out of the motor (double the pull-out strength*). The compact Lathem motors are permanently lubricated and require no maintenance during their lifetime. * Compared to standard tape wrapped coils.
This Lathem Motor fits these machines - and any similar looking Lathem clock.
Lathem time clock parts - the Lathem motor
- Fits all mechanical Lathem time card clocks, including:
- 2221, 2000 series, 2100 series, 2200 series, 3000 series,
- 4000 series, 4100 series, 4200, 8000
Model Examples:
1221, 8000, 8001, 8005, 8025, 8026
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
2101, 2102, 2103, 2104, 2105, 2106
2121, 2122, 2123, 2124, 2125, 2126
2201, 2202, 2203, 2204, 2205, 2206
4001, 4002, 4003, 4004, 4005, 4006
4021, 4026, 4201, 4226, and so-on...
Look at yours. If it looks even remotely similar, it will fit.
When replacing the motor, you should also replace the clutch spring.
The clutch spring is press-mounted to the center shaft (not welded, that would never fail).
This bond breaks. As it slips under pressure on the shaft, the clock loses time.
We always change both parts at the same time our shop.
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