Sherline Z-Axis DRO Handwheel Package (")

Description Sherline Z-Axis DRO Handwheel Package (") Enhances lathe with Z-axis readout Includes handwheel, encoder, thrust collar Enables precise Z-axis movement control Utilizes existing lathe DRO electronics Aligns with standard machining practices The Sherline Z-Axis DRO Handwheel Package (") is designed to enhance the functionality of a lathe equipped with a 2-axis digital readout (DRO) system by adding a Z-axis readout capability to a vertical milling column. This package is particularly beneficial for users who initially purchased a P/N 8200 2-axis lathe DRO and later decide to incorporate a vertical milling column into their setup. The package includes a Z-Axis handwheel, an encoder unit, and a thrust collar, which collectively enable precise measurement and control of the Z-axis movement on the milling column. By integrating this package, the existing electronics box of the lathe DRO, which already accommodates a Z-axis input, can be utilized to provide accurate readouts for the milling column. In this configuration, the lathe's original leadscrew axis, previously designated as the Z-axis, is reassigned to the Y-axis input, while the milling column assumes the role of the new Z-axis. This alignment adheres to standard machining practices, where the spindle's axis is typically referred to as the Z-axis, irrespective of its movement direction. View more What's Included 1x Sherline Z-Axis DRO Handwheel Package 1x Z-Axis handwheel 1x Encoder unit 1x Thrust collar