Sherline lathe
DMS has two similar Sherline microlathes - a model 4000 lathe with 8" bed and a model 4400 with 17" bed and Digital ReadOut (DRO). The model 4000 lathe can be used in either manual or CNC mode, driven by electronically controlled stepper motors. Accessories are interchangeable.
Contents
Pictures
SHERLINE 4000 CNC Lathe
CNC Controller for SHERLINE 4000
SHERLINE 4400 Lathe with DRO
Operation
- (list operating restrictions here - no wood, etc.)
- Return the lathe to the condition in which you found it.
- If you reverse the chuck jaws, return them to the "normal" position before leaving. Instructions can be found on the instructions for the chuck (below).
Specifications
Model 4000 Specifications
Model 4400DRO Specifications
Standard dimensions of Sherline tools
| Spec | Model 4000 | Model 4400DRO |
|---|---|---|
| Swing Over Bed | 3.50″ (90 mm) | 3.50″ (90 mm) |
| Swing Over Carriage | 1.75″ (45 mm) | 1.75″ (45 mm) |
| Distance Between Centers | 8.00″ (200 mm) | 17.00″ (430 mm) |
| Hole Through Spindle | .405″ (10 mm) | .405″ (10 mm) |
| Spindle Nose Thread | 3/4″-16 T.P.I. | 3/4″-16 T.P.I. |
| Spindle Nose Taper | #1 Morse | #1 Morse |
| Travel of Crosslide | 4.25″ (110 mm) | 4.25″ (110 mm) |
| Tailstock Spindle Taper | #0 Morse | #0 Morse |
| Protractor Graduations | 0° to 45° by 5° | 0° to 45° by 5° |
| Handwheel Graduations | .001″ (.01 mm) | .001″ (.01 mm) |
| Length Overall | 23.5″ (597 mm) | 32.5″ (826 mm) |
| Width Overall | 10.5″ (267 mm) | 8.00″ (267 mm) |
| Height Overall | 8.5″ (216 mm) | 8.00″ (216 mm) |
| Spindle Speed Range | 70-2800 RPM | 70-2800 RPM |
Documentation
Sherline MicroTools
Sherline microtools manual including 4000/4400 lathes
Sherline Accessories Guide
Sherline Accessories Help Sheets and Instructions
Sherline lathe parts exploded view diagram
Tutorials and Learning
Class notes: The notes used for the Sherline Lathe Intro class are available on the committee drive:
COMMITTEES / MACHINESHOP / SHERLINE / TRAINING
Video tutorials: An excellent set of Sherline-specific lathe tutorials from MiniMachining
Lathe tooling: The learning center at The Little Machine Shop has good descriptions of all of the various types of lathe workholding and tooling and what they are used for. While it is intended as a cross-reference to the products they sell, it also explains what these things are used for.
Accessories
| Picture | Accessory | Specifications | Links |
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4-jaw independent chuck | Model 1030 3.1" chuck Jaw capacity: Normal position: 3/32″ (2mm) – 1-3/16″ (30mm) Reverse position: 3/32″ (2mm) – 2-1/4″ (56mm) |
Instructions |
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3-jaw centering chuck | Model 1040 3.1" chuck Jaw capacity: Normal position: 3/32″ (2mm) – 1-3/16″ (30mm) Reverse position: 3/32″ (2mm) – 2-3/4″ (70mm) |
Instructions Media:1040inst.pdf |
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4-jaw centering chuck | Model 1076 3.1" chuck Jaw capacity: Normal position: 3/32″ (2mm) – 1-1/2″ (38mm) Reverse position: 3/32″ (2mm) – 2-3/4″ (70mm) |
Instructions |
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Faceplate and Drive dog | Model 4007 Faceplate/4009 Drive dog | Instructions |
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Steady rest | Model 1074 Parts up to 1.75" diameter |
Description Instructions |
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Follower rest | Model 1090 | Description Instructions |
| Cutter Holders | |||
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Rocker tool post | Model 3057 for 1/4" tool | Description |
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Quick change tool post | Model 2250, with 3 positions | Description Instructions |
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3/8" tool holder | Model 7600 for 3/8" round or square shank tools Intended for use with insert holders (boring) |
Instructions |
| Boring Tools | |||
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RH Carbide insert holder for boring | Model 2259 - 80 degree insert holder Starting hole 0.5", Max depth 2" Model 2260 - 55 degree insert holder Starting hole 0.75", Max depth 2" |
Instructions |
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Boring bars | Model 3061 - Starting hole 0.25", Max depth 0.6" Model T3061 - Boring tool with special undercut Model 3063 - Starting hole 5/16", Max depth 1" Model 3064 - Starting hole 5/16", Max depth 1.5" |
Instructions |
| Specialty Accessories | |||
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Tailstock Threading Die Holder | Model 1206 Die holder for 1" and 13/16" button die holders |
Instructions |
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Radius cutting attachment | Model 2200 Internal radius, external radius, ball up to 1.5" diameter |
Notes on using - original maintained in Machineshop Committee files Instructions |
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Knurling tool holder with knurls | Model 3004 Diamond-shaped knurls for diameters up to 1" 25TPI 30 degree RH and LH knurl tool  Knurled example (not included in kit) |
Notes on using - original maintained in Machineshop Committee files Instructions |
