Taig Micro Lathe II M1017 vs Taig Micro Lathe II M1017-5C
Technical comparison · Turning (lathe)
Choose the Taig Micro Lathe II M1017 if you require a larger distance between centers, a higher maximum speed, and a lower purchase price. Choose the Taig Micro Lathe II M1017-5C if your work requires a specific Z-area height of 44.45 mm within a higher budget range.
| Parameter |
Micro Lathe II M1017
Taig
F2 · Intermediate
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Micro Lathe II M1017-5C
Taig
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~440–530 € | ~840–980 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.37 × 41.91 × – cm | — |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 228.6 mm | 44.45 mm |
| Maximum speed | 7000 rpm | 4000 rpm |
| Declared precision | 0.0127 mm | 0.0127 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Swing over bed (mm) | 114.3 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Distance between centers (mm) | 247.65 mm | 222.25 mm |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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: The M1017 model is positioned in the €440–530 range, whereas the M1017-5C version requires a higher investment, estimated between €840 and €980.
- Z-area height: Product A features a Z-area height of 228.6 mm, which is significantly higher than the 44.45 mm of Product B.
- Maximum speed: The M1017 model reaches 7000 rpm, exceeding the 4000 rpm specified for the M1017-5C variant.
- Distance between centers: Product A offers a distance of 247.65 mm, which is longer than the 222.25 mm of Product B.
Which one to choose
Choose Micro Lathe II M1017 if…
The Taig Micro Lathe II M1017 is recommended for users looking to maximize distance between centers (247.65 mm) and spindle speed (7000 rpm) while maintaining a lower expenditure between approximately 440 and 530 euros.
Choose Micro Lathe II M1017-5C if…
The Taig Micro Lathe II M1017-5C is suitable for applications requiring a specific Z-area height of 44.45 mm and a distance between centers of 222.25 mm, with a budget between approximately 840 and 980 euros.
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