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SHERLINE Machine Tools

Made in the USA

Sherline tools are used throughout the world in industry, schools, and by the hobbyist. They are operated by engineers, scientists, technicians, and model makers to produce parts in metal, plastic, and wood. Not all users are skilled machinists. The skills of an experienced machinist are not required. The Sherline miniature machine tools are designed to be operated by people with a “common sense” knowledge of mechanics.


Sherline 3.5" dia. x 8" long capacity Model 4500A lathe is standard with adjustable speed controller, zero adjustable hand wheels, 3-Jaw Chuck, tailstock, drill chuck, face plate, lathe dog, two dead centers, tools post, high speed cutting tool. Very detailed instructions. Everything supplied to start making parts.


The machines are USA made in a modern factory in Vista, California, north of San Diego.

Sherline tools fill the gap between makeshift hand tools and expensive professional equipment. They are capable of producing a great variety of machined parts. Accessories are available which allows the making of almost any type of machined item, the size of the part being the only limitation.

Sherline equipment and accessories incorporate many features found only in the best production machines. For example, the lathe spindle and the milling spindle both utilize lifetime lubricated bearings with adjustable pre-load for maximum stiffness. Both the lathe and milling machine feature fully dovetailed machine slides with adjustable gibs to give precise adjustment and maximum rigidity. Machining accuracies of one thousandth of an inch can be easily obtained. In fact, the hand wheels are precisely laser engraved in graduations of .001 inch.


Sherline Model 4500 mill with 12" base, adjustable zero hand wheels, headstock spacer block, 1/4" drill chuck, laser engraved scale on base and table, adjustable speed controller.


The value of any tool is the relationship between its cost and the results it produces. For most of the small machining jobs encountered by the average user, Sherline machines will produce results equal to machines costing many times more. Unless money is no object, why pay more? A good tool never becomes obsolete, The operations done on a lathe or mill have remained the same since the dawn of the machine age. A good 50-year old lathe still produces good parts. Sherline machines are designed and built to last for generations.

Economy, Versatility, and Quality, Sherline machines embody all three in an unbeatable combination. That’s Value!

For more information please send in $5 ($2 for catalog and $3 for handling) for a complete full color 47 page Sherline catalog. All accessories are shown in complete detail. NELSON Hobbies Sherline prices are very competitive. Call us for a quotation on Sherline products.


TABLE TOP MACHINING BOOK

Sherline new easy to understand, 344 page book (item #SP5301) on the basics of machining is printed on 8 1/2" x 11" glossy paper and has over 400 color photos and over a hundred line drawings.


Tabletop Machining is written by Sherline’s owner, Joe Martin. Being a hobbyist himself as well as a manufacturer, Joe Martin is familiar with the needs of both the home shop machinist, and the commercial production facility. His insights offer a unique and practical perspective on equipment and processes of machining at both extremes, from intricate miniature projects to full size shop production tools and practices.

This book explains in layman terms, the principles of producing accurate small parts on a mill or lathe. Information is given on selecting materials; measuring and measurement tools; cutting tools; joining metals by welding and soldering; using accessories for threading, indexing and gear cutting; setting up a home shop; and much more. Plans and instructions for several simple projects are provided for beginning machinists. A gallery of photos of superb miniature projects will inspire the reader.

The book is printed on 344 pages of high quality, glossy paper, in a easy to read, large 8 1/2" x 11" size. This softbound book is packed with over 400 color photos and many informative line drawings by Craig Libuse. The “lay-flat” binding makes it easy to read and use as a reference. The cover is laminated with a plastic coating to protect it.

Price is $40.00 (Item # SP5301). Shipped postage paid (USA only) if Table Top Machining book is only item ordered.

Sherline Machine Tools and Accessories
ITEM NO.
DESCRIPTION

QTY.

PKG.

PRICE

QRD.

QTY.

ADD

TO

CART

SP4500A
Lathe with accessories
1
call    
SP4500
Mill with accessories
1
call    
SP5301
Table Top Machining book
1
$40.00
   
SP100 Catalog (47 page full color) 1 $5.00    

Sherline Lathes, Mills, and accessories are available directly from NELSON Hobby Direct. Let us have the opportunity to quote you very competitive prices for the Sherline equipment.