Taig TAIGTurn 3029 Manual Turn Lathe 5C Headstock vs Taig Micro Lathe II M1017
Technical comparison · Turning (lathe)
Choose Product A if you require higher declared precision (0.00508 mm) and a heavier structural build of 40.82 kg. Choose Product B if you prefer a more budget-friendly solution, more compact dimensions, and a higher maximum speed reaching 7000 rpm.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1300–1400 € | ~440–530 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 60.96 × 78.74 × 35.56 cm | 39.37 × 41.91 × – cm |
| Weight (kg) | 40.82 kg | — |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 152.4 mm | 228.6 mm |
| Power (W) | 186 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 120 V | — |
| Maximum speed | 1800 rpm | 7000 rpm |
| Declared precision | 0.00508 mm | 0.0127 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Swing over bed (mm) | — | 114.3 mm |
| Distance between centers (mm) | — | 247.65 mm |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The 3029MAN is a fully manual lathe with no CNC control or software interface. Spindle speed is selected mechanically via a multi-step belt drive across four ranges (435–1800 RPM); feeds are hand-operated through lead screws fitted with friction-adjustable micrometer dials graduated at 0.001-inch increments. | The lathe is entirely manual: no CNC control or software interface of any kind is included. The bundled motor drives the six-step V-belt transmission (525–5200 RPM); any additional speed regulation relies on an external inverter chosen by the user. |
The differences that matter
- Price and positioning: Product A sits at a significantly higher price point (~€1300–1400) compared to Product B (~€440–530).
- Mechanical precision: Product A offers a declared precision of 0.00508 mm, which is superior to the 0.0127 mm of Product B.
- Rotation speed: Product B reaches a maximum speed of 7000 rpm with a 6-step transmission, whereas Product A is limited to 1800 rpm with a 4-step configuration.
- Dimensions and footprint: Product A has larger dimensions (60.96 × 78.74 × 35.56 cm) than Product B (39.37 × 41.91 cm), but features a lower Z-axis area height (152.4 mm compared to 228.6 mm for Product B).
Which one to choose
Choose TAIGTurn 3029 Manual Turn Lathe 5C Headstock if…
Product A is suitable for users who demand maximum geometric accuracy in manual turning, thanks to its declared precision of 0.00508 mm and structural stability guaranteed by a weight of 40.82 kg, justifying a higher financial investment (~€1300–1400).
Choose Micro Lathe II M1017 if…
Product B represents the ideal choice for those with a limited budget (~€440–530) and restricted workspace dimensions (39.37 × 41.91 cm), while requiring high rotation speeds up to 7000 rpm for part processing.
Where to buy
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