Mill Column 8-direction Upgrades

If you already own a 5000-series or 5400-series Sherline mill, or if you purchase one now with the thought of upgrading later, an upgrade package is available to convert your mill into an 8-direction mill when you feel its additional capabliities would be useful for your projects. Included is the proper base to adapt the new column to your mill or lathe and all necessary attachment screws. Also included is the column travel extension that allows the headstock to be brought down closer to the table.

The Model 2000 mill costs $225.00 more than the Model 5400 mill. Since upgrading the 5400 to the full capacity of the Model 2000 costs only $250.00, there is only a $25.00 difference in price if you are just starting out. If budget is a consideration, this saves money up front when you need it for accessories and allows you to convert later when your skill level can better take advantage of the additional movements of the 8-direction mill. If you have an older mill and would like to enjoy the increased capacity of the Model 2000 mill, this is an economical way of converting your machine compared to selling it and buying a new Model 2000 mill.

P/N 5650 includes an adapter base that offsets the column back an additional 2" to provide the same Y-axis capacity as the Model 2000 mill. P/N 5680  instead includes a round column base with key slot that fits over the headstock attachment pin on the lathe and is secured with a set screw. Beyond the adapter base, the column is identical to the column used on the Model 2000 mill. Your existing column bed is removed from the old rectangular column base and reinstalled on the new column.

READ INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING THE COLUMN CONVERSION:

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