Taig Micro Lathe II M1017 vs Taig Micro Lathe II M1017-5C

Technical comparison · Turning (lathe)

In brief

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
Taig Micro Lathe II M1017 Micro Lathe II M1017 Taig F2 · Intermediate
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.

See the Micro Lathe II M1017 sheet →

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.

See the Micro Lathe II M1017-5C sheet →

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