Sherline Single-Axis Machine Slide w/ Dovetailed Headstock & Motor 3/4-16 #1m Taper (Metric)

• Sherline Single-Axis Machine Slide w/ Dovetailed Headstock & Motor 3/4-16 #1m Taper (Metric)
• Features precision-engineered dovetail design
• Offers variable speed with electronic control
• Ensures stability with robust steel bed
• Operates quietly with 90-volt DC motor
• Facilitates precise adjustments with graduated handwheel

The Sherline Single-Axis Machine Slide w/ Dovetailed Headstock & Motor 3/4-16 #1m Taper (Metric) is a precision-engineered tool designed for meticulous machining tasks. It features a robust steel bed with ground dovetails, ensuring stability and accuracy during operations. The leadscrew, crafted from precision-rolled steel, is positioned beneath the table to avoid interference from chips, and its backlash is adjustable for enhanced precision. The industrial handwheel is meticulously graduated in 0.01 mm increments, facilitating precise adjustments.

Mounting the machine slide is versatile, with provisions for both bottom and top mounting. The base includes two holes for bottom mounting, while top mounting is facilitated by four angle clamps that secure the slide firmly in place. The headstock, constructed from extruded 6061-T6 aluminum with a black anodized finish, is compatible with a 3/4-16 #1M taper spindle. This configuration includes a brass gib that fits seamlessly with Sherline’s steel dovetailed bed and column material, ensuring smooth and reliable operation.

The machine is powered by a 90-volt DC motor, which delivers maximum torque at low RPM, making it highly effective for machining tasks requiring substantial power. The motor operates more quietly and smoothly compared to traditional AC/DC motors. It features a two-step V-belt pulley system, allowing for adjustments between high-speed, low-torque and low-speed, high-torque settings. The electronic speed control is variable, ranging from 70 to 2800 RPM, and includes a load compensating circuit to maintain consistent RPM under varying loads. The speed control unit is adaptable to a wide range of input voltages, automatically converting them to the required 90V DC output.

Note: The spindle is designed for light-duty applications and is not intended for high RPM operations with long or out-of-round parts. It is not fully sealed against dust, which can affect bearing life, and should not be used in a coolant bath.