Sherline 8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) vs Taig 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe
Technical comparison · Turning (lathe)
8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) and 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe are two turning (lathe) in a similar class. Choose 8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) if distance between centers matters more; choose 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe if price matters more.
| Parameter |
8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC)
Sherline
F2 · Intermediate
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4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe
Taig
F2 · Intermediate
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| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2800–3400 € | ~1950–2050 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 26.7 × 59.7 × 21.6 cm | 60.96 × 78.74 × 35.56 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 28.6 kg | 40.82 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 200 × 110 mm | — |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 152.4 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 186 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 110 V |
| Maximum speed | 2800 rpm | 1800 rpm |
| Declared precision | 0.0127 mm | 0.00508 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Swing over bed (mm) | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Distance between centers (mm) | 200 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system includes an Ubuntu Linux computer with LinuxCNC preinstalled for 4-axis control, with the driver board and power supply already fitted. The tailstock spindle remains manually controlled. Utilities to convert CAD files or TrueType fonts into G-code are included; only a monitor must be supplied. | The 4029CR ships without a controller or software: the control system integration is entirely the user's responsibility. It is compatible with common solutions in the Taig and DIY builder ecosystem, including Mach3, Mach4, and LinuxCNC, paired with NEMA 23 motor drivers (motor mounts are included). Software choice depends entirely on the control hardware selected. |
The differences that matter
- Price: 8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) 3100 € vs 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe 2000 € — 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe wins (+55%)
- Distance between centers: 8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) 200 mm vs 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe 152.4 mm — 8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) wins (+31%)
Which one to choose
Choose 8400A 8" CNC Tabletop Lathe System Package A (LinuxCNC) if…
you value distance between centers.
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