Sherline Lathe User Guide and Specifications

The headstock is aligned with the lathe bed or column saddle with a precision ground key
that fits into keyways in both parts. It is not square in cross section so it will fit in only
one direction. Push the headstock firmly against it as you tighten the hold down screw.
The mill headstock has two keyways milled into it so it can be mounted in conventional
fashion or at a 90° angle for horizontal milling.
CAUTION! Always make sure the key, slot and mating surfaces are free from dirt
and chips before locking down the headstock.
Removing the headstock alignment key allows the headstock to be mounted in positions
other than square. This allows you to mill parts at an angle or turn tapers on the lathe.
When using the lathe or mill without the alignment key, keep cutting loads light.
Mounting the mill and lathe to a board
FIGURE 9-Machines mounted to a base board for stability.
Mounting the lathe to a board is necessary because of the narrow base. This keeps the
machine from tipping. We recommend mounting the lathe on a piece of pre-finished shelf
material which should be available from your local hardware store. (See below for sizes.)
The machine can be secured to the board using four 10-32 screws with washers and nuts.
Lengths should be 1-1/2" for short bed lathes and 1-7/8" for long bed lathes. Rubber feet
should be attached at each corner on the bottom of the mounting boards. They are also
readily available in hardware stores.
This arrangement gives the machines a stable platform for operation yet still allows for
easy storage. The rubber feet help minimize the noise and vibration from the motor.
Mounting the tool directly to the workbench can cause vibration of the bench itself which
acts as a "speaker" and actually amplifies the motor noise. Bench mounting also