Taig TAIGTurn 3019 DSLS Full CNC Lathe vs Taig 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe

Technical comparison · Turning (lathe)

In brief

4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe leads on the available specs (starting with price); TAIGTurn 3019 DSLS Full CNC Lathe makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.

Parameter
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~2550–2850 € ~1950–2050 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 60.96 × 78.74 × 35.56 cm 60.96 × 78.74 × 35.56 cm
Weight (kg) 36.29 kg 40.82 kg
Z-axis height (mm) 152.4 mm 152.4 mm
Power (W) 186 W
Voltage (V) 110 V
Maximum speed 1800 rpm 1800 rpm
Declared precision 0.0127 mm 0.00508 mm
Category specs
Swing over bed (mm) 88.9 mm
Distance between centers (mm) 152.4 mm
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The machine ships with a Mach 3 license, the most widely used CNC control software in the maker and prototyping segment. The Microproto Systems DSLS controller handles closed-loop operation, and the Digital Index Signal Processor (DISP) enables single-point threading. No cloud connectivity or software subscription is required. 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: TAIGTurn 3019 DSLS Full CNC Lathe 2700 € vs 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe 2000 € — 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe wins (+35%)

Which one to choose

Choose 4029CR CNC-Ready Lathe if…

you value price.

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