Sherline 5000-series mills are Sherline's most economical mills and would be a good starting point for any miniature machine shop.
Standard Features
- A solid 10" (254mm) aluminum base
- Precision machined dovetailed slides with adjustable gibs
- Z axis oiler and a Y axis lead screw cover
- Permanently lubricated spindle bearings
- Adjustable preload anti-backlash feed screws on the X- and Y-axes
- Two 1-5/8" (41mm) laser engraved aluminum handwheels
- One 2-1/2" (63mm) laser engraved handwheel with thrust bearings
Many other features found only on the best commercial machines.
feeds calibrated in .001" increments,
a high-torque DC motor with variable speed control. The
speed control is internally equipped with a converter that automatically adjusts between inputs of 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz. without loss of torque
Speed is continuously variable from 70 to 2800 RPM without gear or belt changes.
A second pulley position is available for providing additional torque at low RPM
CA Prop 65 WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection.
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