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If you prefer jaws with a looser fit for faster operation (where maximum accuracy isn’t critical), add a note requesting “loose jaws” below.
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Soft steel jaws (unhardened and unmachined) are also available when building your own chuck.
- For those who have jobs where speed and ease of use are more important than maximum accuracy and want a chuck that is loose right from the start (No extra charge). Add the note “loose jaws” to the comments box below
- Soft (not hardened or machined) steel jaws are also available when you build your own chuck.
- For those who have jobs where speed and ease of use are more important than maximum accuracy and want a chuck that is loose right from the start (No extra charge). Add the note “loose jaws” to the comments box below
- Soft (not hardened or machined) steel jaws are also available when you build your own chuck
- They can be used to hold irregularly shaped parts
- They can be used to center parts with a great deal of accuracy
- 4-jaw chucks can be used to deliberately hold a part off-center
- They can clamp stock tighter
- For those who have jobs where speed and ease of use are more important than maximum accuracy and want a chuck that is loose right from the start (No extra charge). Add the note “loose jaws” to the comments box below
- Soft (not hardened or machined) steel jaws are also available when you build your own chuck.
- For those who have jobs where speed and ease of use are more important than maximum accuracy and want a chuck that is loose right from the start (No extra charge). Add the note “loose jaws” to the comments box below
- Soft (not hardened or machined) steel jaws are also available when you build your own chuck.
- They can be used to hold irregularly shaped parts.
- They can be used to center parts with a great deal of accuracy.
- 4-jaw chucks can be used to deliberately hold a part off-center.
- They can clamp stock tighter.
- For those who have jobs where speed and ease of use are more important than maximum accuracy and want a chuck that is loose right from the start (No extra charge). Add the note “loose jaws” to the comments box below
- Soft (not hardened or machined) steel jaws are also available when you build your own chuck.
- They can be used to hold irregularly shaped parts.
- They can be used to center parts with a great deal of accuracy.
- 4-jaw chucks can be used to deliberately hold a part off-center.
- They can clamp stock tighter.
- For those who have jobs where speed and ease of use are more important than maximum accuracy and want a chuck that is loose right from the start (No extra charge). Add the note “loose jaws” to the comments box below
- Soft (not hardened or machined) steel jaws are also available when you build your own chuck.
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4" Sherline rotary table with pre-installed stepper motor
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Microprocessor unit with numeric keypad
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115 VAC power supply (universal 110–240 VAC compatible)
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All required connecting cables
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Right-Angle Attachment: Holds the table vertically at a 2.7" center height. A matching right-angle tailstock is also available for supporting long workpieces.
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Tilting Angle Table: Allows mounting at any angle from 0° to 90°. At 90°, the center height remains 2.7", compatible with the right-angle tailstock.
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Resolution: 28,800 steps per revolution
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Accuracy: ±0.006° per step
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Accepts input signals from an external CNC controller
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Sends “completion” signals back to the master controller
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Can be daisy-chained with other units for coordinated actions
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Horizontal orientation: 50 lbs
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Vertical orientation: 30 lbs
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Vertical rotational torque: 6 ft-lbs (e.g., able to lift a 6 lb. weight 12" from the center)
2.5″ 3-Jaw Chucks – Various Thread
Sherline 3-jaw chucks are designed with synchronized jaws that move together to automatically center round or hex stock to within a few thousandths of an inch. They offer the fastest and most convenient way to hold work in a lathe, making them one of Sherline’s most popular accessories.
These chucks can grip externally on bar stock or internally on tubing. The jaws are reversible to handle a wider range of part sizes.
Compatibility with Sherline and Other Lathes
Chucks are available with different spindle threads for use on Sherline lathes (3/4-16) and other machines such as older Unimat models (12mm x 1mm or 14mm x 1mm) or Sears 6" lathes (1/2-20).
Note: Thread sizes other than 3/4″ x 16 are custom made and require 5–7 business days.
Jaw Options
Spindle “Tommy” Bar
Spindle Bar Grips
Spindle Bar Set with Grips
This set includes two spindle bars and two rubber grips. Spindle “Tommy” Bars are use to aid in the operation of opening and closing scrolling chucks.
“Tommy” bars can be hard on your fingers when tightening or loosening a chuck or removing a tool from the spindle. These molded rubber end caps (see picture below) give a more comfortable and secure grip. They also prevent spindle bars from rolling off your bench. These covers are sold separately as P/N 4058.
3.1″ ER-16 3-Jaw Chuck
For use on the ER-16 headstock only Not for use on the standard headstock that comes on all Sherline Machines
Sherline offers their 3.1" three-jaw and four-jaw self-centering chucks with a 22 x 1.5 mm threaded hole for use on Sherline's optional ER-16 spindle nose. They can also be used with certain other ER-16 spindles that use the 22 x 1.5mm thread for the collet nut.
Self-centering chucks offer a quick and convenient way to hold a workpiece while it is turned on the lathe. A chuck can also be clamped to a mill table to hold a part for milling. Sherline manufactures our own chucks to a high degree of precision on CNC machines. The jaws are ground and fitted to each chuck by skilled technicians to assure maximum accuracy. Runout is specified to be .003" or less at the chuck jaws.
NOTE: The chuck should not be used in applications where spindle speed exceeds 3000 RPM. If purchasing any of these chucks for use on a non-Sherline ER-16 spindle, confirm that the spindle nose thread is 22 x 1.5 mm before purchasing. The Sherline chuck has a collar that is machined flat at the back to seat against the face of the Sherline ER-16 spindle. This may not be compatible with some non-Sherline ER-16 collet adapters or industrial tool holders. Runout accuracy cannot be guaranteed unless used with a Sherline spindle.
Jaw Options
3.1″ 3-Jaw Wood Lathe Chuck
This chuck is identical to our P/N 1040 self-centering chuck except that it has a 1"-8 TPI thread that accommodates most wood-working lathes. Because this chuck was initially designed for machine-lathe work, its accuracy far exceeds what is necessary for general wood turning. It has a clamping range of 3/32" (2 mm) up to 1-3/16" (30 mm) diameter with the jaws in the normal position. With the jaws in the reversed position, work up to 2-1/4" (56 mm) can be gripped. The hole through the chuck is .687" (17 mm). Rotating the knurled ring closes all three jaws simultaneously to quickly grip round or hexagonal stock. Tommy bars (provided) are used in the holes in the side to tighten and loosen the chuck for more leverage.
Jaw Options
2.5″ 4-Jaw Independent Chucks – Various Thread
Includes hex key, not pictured
These chucks have four advantages over 3-jaw chucks.
This is a valuable asset when machining cams, crankshafts, and similar parts. The main disadvantage of the 4-jaw independent chuck is that the jaws must be set individually, adding considerable setup time. The jaws are reversible to accommodate larger stock.
NOTE: The independent chucks don't have Tommy bar holes like the scroll chucks because most people use the 5/32" hex wrench into one of the jaw screws to thread the chuck on and off. Our P/N 3020 5/32" Hex T-Driver works perfectly.
Like the Sherline 3-jaw chucks, the 4-jaw chucks can clamp either externally or internally. Although we recommend the 3-jaw chuck for standard lathe projects, the 4-jaw chuck is considered the accessory that could add the most versatility to your machine. If you feel the 4-jaw chuck would be more useful, and you have no need for the 3-jaw chuck, any lathe “A” package can be ordered with the 4-jaw chuck substituted for the 3-jaw upon request. A clamping groove allows the chuck to hold parts for milling.
Chucks for Sherline and Other LathesThe chuck is available in several spindle threads for use on Sherline (3/4-16) and other machines, such as old Unimat lathes (12 mm x 1 mm and 14 mm x 1 mm) or Sears 6" lathes (1/2-20). *Please note that chucks with a thread size other than 3/4″ x 16 are made to order and have a lead time of 5-7 business days.
Jaw Options
2.5″ x 1-5/16″ Steel Blank (Chuck Body)
Carbide Insert Fly Cutter
3.1″ 4-Jaw Chuck – ER-16
For use on the ER-16 headstock only Not for use on the standard headstock that comes on all Sherline Machines
Sherline offers their 3.1" 4-jaw self-centering chucks with a 22 x 1.5 mm threaded hole for use on Sherline's optional ER-16 spindle nose. They can also be used with certain other ER-16 spindles that use the 22 x 1.5mm thread for the collet nut.
Self-centering chucks offer a quick and convenient way to hold a work piece while it is turned on the lathe. A chuck can also be clamped to a mill table to hold a part for milling. Sherline manufactures our own chucks to a high degree of precision on CNC machines. The jaws are ground and fitted to each chuck by skilled technicians to assure maximum accuracy. Runout is specified to be .003" or less at the chuck jaws.
NOTE: The chuck should not be used in applications where spindle speed exceeds 3000 RPM. If purchasing any of these chucks for use on a non-Sherline ER-16 spindle, confirm that the spindle nose thread is 22 x 1.5 mm before purchasing. The Sherline chuck has a collar that is machined flat at the back to seat against the face of the Sherline ER-16 spindle. This may not be compatible with some non-Sherline ER-16 collet adapters or industrial tool holders. Runout accuracy cannot be guaranteed unless used with a Sherline spindle.
Jaw Options
3.1″ 4-Jaw Independent Chuck – 3/4-16 Thread
Includes hex key, not pictured
These chucks have four advantages over 3-jaw chucks.
This is a valuable asset when machining cams, crankshafts and similar parts. The main disadvantage of the 4-jaw independent chuck is that the jaws must be set individually, adding considerable setup time. The jaws are reversible to accommodate larger stock.
NOTE: The independent chucks don't have Tommy bar holes like the scroll chucks because most people use the 5/32" hex wrench into one of the jaw screws to thread the chuck on and off. Our P/N 3020 5/32" Hex T-Driver works perfectly.Like the Sherline 3-jaw chucks, the 4-jaw chucks can be used to clamp either externally or internally. Although we recommend the 3-jaw chuck for standard lathe projects, the 4-jaw chuck is considered the accessory that could add the most versatility to your machine. A clamping groove allows the chuck to hold parts for milling.
Jaw Options
3.1″ 4-Jaw Independent Chuck – ER-16 Thread
For use on the ER-16 headstock only Not for use on the standard headstock that comes on all Sherline Machines
Sherline offers their 3.1″ 4-jaw self-centering chucks with a 22 x 1.5 mm threaded hole for use on Sherline’s optional ER-16 spindle nose. They can also be used with certain other ER-16 spindles that use the 22 x 1.5mm thread for the collet nut.These chucks have four advantages over 3-jaw chucks.
This is a valuable asset when machining cams, crankshafts and similar parts. The main disadvantage of the 4-jaw independent chuck is that the jaws must be set individually, adding considerable setup time. The jaws are reversible to accommodate larger stock.
NOTE: The independent chucks don't have Tommy bar holes like the scroll chucks because most people use the 5/32" hex wrench into one of the jaw screws to thread the chuck on and off. Our P/N 3020 5/32" Hex T-Driver works perfectly.Like the Sherline 3-jaw chucks, the 4-jaw chucks can be used to clamp either externally or internally. Although we recommend the 3-jaw chuck for standard lathe projects, the 4-jaw chuck is considered the accessory that could add the most versatility to your machine. If you feel the 4-jaw chuck would be more useful, and you have no need for the 3-jaw chuck, any lathe “A” package can be ordered with the 4-jaw chuck substituted for the 3-jaw upon request. A clamping groove allows the chuck to hold parts for milling.
Jaw Options
3/8″ Rear-Side Cutoff Multi-Tool Holder
Laser Engraving Step Block Hold-Down Set
Manual Rotary Table
CNC-Ready Rotary Table
CNC Rotary Table with Stepper Motor
Rotary Table Indexer
Sherline has advanced its precision 4" rotary table into the 21st century with the addition of Computer Numerical Control (CNC). This upgrade makes it an ideal solution for clockmakers, gear cutters, and anyone needing to machine intricate radially symmetrical patterns. The CNC rotary table takes the complexity out of repetitive indexing tasks.
Complete, Stand-Alone System
Programming is done entirely through the integrated numeric keypad—no computer required. The system includes everything needed for operation:
Mounting Options
The rotary table includes clamps and T-nuts for mounting to the T-slots of a Sherline mill table. Additional options allow for flexible positioning:
Simple, Accurate Operation
Simply enter the steps per revolution (or degrees per step) via the keypad. The table advances precisely to the next position at the press of a button. If needed, previous positions can be recalled instantly.
This precision allows for accurate machining of gears with odd numbers of teeth, and built-in calculations prevent cumulative errors.
Flexible Integration
This CNC rotary indexer is a complete, stand-alone unit—perfect for complex indexing operations. It can also integrate with other CNC systems:
For more advanced applications, the rotary table can be linked with Sherline’s linear controller (P/N 8800), enabling seamless combinations of rotary and linear motion—ideal for gear cutting and other multi-axis operations, all without requiring advanced CNC programming knowledge.
Weight Capacity (Continuous Use)
Note: The table can handle heavier loads if not under continuous use. Refer to the Video tab for practical examples.
Power Supply
The controller power supply operates on 110–240 VAC and automatically adjusts for global use. (Earlier models included a 110 VAC-only power supply.)
Compatibility with Tilting Angle Table (TAT) Limit Switches
For instructions on using the rotary table with limit switches on the TAT, see the “Instructions” tab and download the PDF titled MASSO Rotary Table Limit Switch Interference on the Tilting Angle Table.
5/8″ Rear-Side Cutoff Multi-Tool Holder
5C 3″ 4-Jaw Independent Chuck
Note: 5C collets are commonly used with full-size machines. This chuck is designed for use on full-size equipment, like those in our shop, and is not compatible with Sherline lathes.
