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LEGO 9630 Simple Mechanisms Set is a Dacta set from 1997 valued at $174 for new and sealed sets, up 118% from an original retail price of $79.99. Annual appreciation has averaged 3.79% since release. Used copies are valued between $106 and $151 depending on condition.

Set Value (New/Sealed)

This chart represents the current new/sealed value of the set Simple Mechanisms Set since December 2016. Very high accuracy
LEGO 9630 Simple Mechanisms Set is a Dacta Technic set released in 1997, containing 277 pieces. Designed for educational use, it provides a selection of Technic beams, axles, gears, pulleys, and connectors for constructing and studying basic mechanical principles. The set supports classroom activities exploring motion, gearing, transmission, and simple machines through hands-on models. It was part of the LEGO Dacta line focused on STEM learning.

A new and sealed Simple Mechanisms Set is currently valued at around $174, with annual growth of approximately 3%. The average used price is $126 for those in good overall condition. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $181 within the next year. New and sealed listings currently range from $142 to $283.
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For Sale (New/Sealed)

 (CZ) BrickLink store Saviory Bricks $130.85
-25.0%
(DE) --- Set is new and sealed in very good condition $195.10
+11.9%
(US) Dacta Simple Mechanisms Educational Construction Set 9630 NEW SEALED RARE
BrickEconomy Choice
$299.99
+72.0%
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For Sale (Used)

 (NL) Used - 100% complete. With all instuctions (1-10 and A-H) condition 5/5. With box and... $115.50
(US) Used - eBay listing for 9630 Simple Mechanisms Set $126.23
(DE) Used - Set is complete, parts are as good as new, with box and booklets $140.38

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Theme / Subtheme Dacta / Technic
Year 1997
Pieces 463
Availability Retired
9618 LEGO Dacta Technic Structures Set
Retail $79.90
Value $133.28
Growth  +66.8%
Annual growth 1.8%

9617 Introducing Air Power

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / Technic
Year 1997
Pieces 89
Availability Retired
9617 LEGO Dacta Technic Introducing Air Power
Retail $29.99
Value $123.12
Growth  +310.5%
Annual growth 3.8%

9616 Wheels and Axles Set

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / Technic
Year 1997
Pieces / Minifigs 74 / 1
Availability Retired
9616 LEGO Dacta Technic Wheels and Axles Set
Retail $14.99
Value $32.97
Growth  +119.9%
Annual growth 3.5%

9848 9V Lamps

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / Technic
Year 1997
Pieces 9
Availability Retired
9848 LEGO Dacta Technic 9V Lamps
Retail $2.99
Value $28.88
Growth  +865.9%
Annual growth 7.5%

9615 Motor Add-On for Simple Mechanisms

Theme / Subtheme Dacta / Technic
Year 1997
Pieces 3
Availability Retired
9615 LEGO Dacta Technic Motor Add-On for Simple Mechanisms
Retail $31.99
Value $45.27
Growth  +41.5%
Annual growth 1.6%

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About Dacta Technic

The LEGO Dacta Technic theme is a segment of the LEGO Dacta (later rebranded as LEGO Education) line, focusing on the Technic system of LEGO building. These sets are designed for educational contexts, emphasizing principles of mechanics, engineering, and applied science. Through specialized pieces like gears, axles, and beams, the Dacta Technic theme offers a hands-on approach to understanding complex mechanical concepts, making it a resource for classrooms and other educational settings aiming to teach STEM principles.

Technic consists of 30 sets that ran from 1984 to 2003. As of today, 1034 Teachers Resource Set is the most valuable Technic set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $1,145.
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