Sherline 8-Inch Tabletop Lathe CNC Ready (Inch)

• Sherline 8-Inch Tabletop Lathe CNC Ready (Inch)
• Offers precision crafting in a compact design
• Manufactured in the USA for high quality
• Equipped with factory-installed stepper motor mounts
• Features a 90V DC motor with electronic speed control
• Allows customization for versatile machining needs

The Sherline 8-Inch Tabletop Lathe CNC Ready (Inch) is an exemplary choice for those seeking a compact yet precise CNC lathe for crafting small components. Manufactured in the USA, this lathe is designed to deliver high-quality precision, making it suitable for cutting materials such as wood, plastic, aluminum, and steel. Despite its desktop size, it offers the precision and accuracy typically associated with full-sized machines.

This CNC-ready lathe comes equipped with factory-installed stepper motor mounts, replacing traditional handwheels, and is prepared for the integration of 23-frame size stepper motors and computer numeric controls. It is important to note that this model is not a turn-key machine and requires the installation of stepper motors before it can be operational. While handwheels are included for each axis, they can only be utilized once the stepper motors are installed. Sherline provides high-quality stepper motors and CNC options, and there are also various aftermarket suppliers available for motors, drivers, and software to complete the CNC system.

The standard equipment for this CNC-ready lathe includes a robust 90V DC motor with an electronic speed controller, a crosslide, and a steel bed that allows for an 8-inch distance between centers. The lathe also features laser-engraved aluminum handwheels, pulleys, a drive belt, a faceplate, a lathe dog, two dead centers, hexagonal keys, a tool post, a sharpened high-speed steel cutting tool, and an instruction manual. These components ensure that the lathe is well-equipped for a variety of precision tasks.

For those working with materials like brass or wood, it is advisable to use a toggle switch dust cover to extend the life of the motor and speed control. The lathe's design allows for customization, as it can be ordered without the headstock, motor, or speed control, similar to the XYZ bases for mills. This flexibility makes it a versatile tool for various machining needs.

Note: CNC-ready machines cannot be operated manually unless double-shaft stepper motors are installed.