The Sherline CNC-Ready 2-Axis X/Y Machine Slide 18" ("") is a precision-engineered component derived from the X/Y base of the Sherline miniature milling machine. This machine slide facilitates movement along the X-axis and Y-axis, with the Y-axis enabling in-and-out table movement and the X-axis allowing side-to-side travel. When mounted vertically, the X-axis remains the same, while the vertical movement is referred to as the Z-axis. Constructed from 6061-T6 aluminum, the slide is finished with a durable black anodized coating, ensuring both strength and aesthetic appeal.
This CNC-ready machine slide is available with an 18-inch table length and offers the choice between inch or metric leadscrews. The leadscrews are precision rolled from steel, with adjustable backlash to maintain accuracy. The dovetailed tables and saddles feature adjustable gibs to eliminate play, enhancing the precision of operations. The handwheels, measuring 1-5/8 inches, are graduated in .001-inch increments for inch slides and .01 mm increments for metric slides, providing fine control over movements.
Designed to accommodate NEMA 23 stepper motors, the slide is equipped with stepper motor mounts, making it ready for CNC applications. The slide's weight capacity is approximately 10 lbs, contingent on the weight's location and table length. For optimal performance, it is recommended to keep the dovetail and screw lubricated with light oil, as this will extend their lifespan and maintain functionality.
The slide offers versatile mounting options, with provisions for securing it from either the bottom or the top. The bottom mounting utilizes four 1/4-20 holes on 2-inch centers, while the top mounting employs four angle clamps that fit into the groove around the base's perimeter. This flexibility ensures secure installation in various setups.
Note: Do not use WD40 as a lubricant on these slides, as it will remove the anodized coating from the parts.
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The RA number must be included with the return.
Products must be returned in unused, unmodified condition (e.g., no scratches, alterations, missing parts, or signs of installation/use) and in their original packaging, suitable for resale.
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A ¥10,000 cleaning fee may apply to domestic robots returned in used or unclean condition.
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Return Exceptions
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Consumables — Use and wear-and-tear components, altered or depleted through use (e.g., batteries, belts, brushes, gears, filament, tires, disposable bags, lubricants, greases, waxes, etc.). Not eligible for return once opened or used.
Perishables — Goods liable to deteriorate or expire rapidly. Not eligible for return.
Sealed goods (health or hygiene) — Items sealed for health-protection or hygiene reasons (e.g., masks, gloves, odor-absorbing products). Not eligible for return once unsealed.
Build-it-yourself products and items requiring customer assembly — Including robots & kits, robot parts, and other products requiring assembly or soldering. Not eligible for return once assembled, soldered, or installed.
Digital Goods, Software, and Apps — Final sale only, due to licensing restrictions.
Clearance Items — Products identified as clearance or final sale, including end-of-life or discontinued items.
Custom-made, personalized, or special-order items — Products manufactured, configured, adapted, or built to the customer's own specifications and requirements.
On-Demand Items — Standard catalogue products not stocked by RobotShop and ordered specifically to fulfill a customer request.
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