The Star Micronics SX-38 Type A/B is an industrial-grade CNC Lathes & Turning Centers powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 7,000 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Star Micronics SX-38 Type A/B: 12-axis Swiss-type lathe for Ø38 mm (1-1/2 in) bar with B-axis unit, 10-station turret and 7,000 rpm spindles.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Star Micronics (Japan) |
| Machine Type | CNC Lathes & Turning Centers |
| CNC Controller System | Standard CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 7,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 7.5 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | Standard |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| Max Machining Diameter | 38 mm (1-1/2 in) |
| Max Headstock Stroke Standard | 320 mm (13-19/32 in) |
| Max Headstock Stroke Rgb | 289 mm (11-3/8 in) |
| Max Front Ejection Length | 150 mm (5-7/8 in) |
| Number Of Axes | 12 |
| Sub Spindle Speed | 7,000 rpm |
| Sub Spindle Power | 7.5 kW (continuous) / 11 kW (10min./25%ED) |
| Gang Type Tools | 4 tools + B-axis unit (front 4 + rear 4) |
| Turret | 10 stations (max 2 tools per station) |
| Back Unit | 8-spindle (max 8 tools) |
| Max Turning Diameter | Ø38mm (1-1/2in) |
| Max Headstock Stroke | 320mm (13-19/32in) |
| Max Headstock Stroke With Rg B Unit | 289mm (11-3/8in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 7,000 rpm |
| Spindle Motor Power | 7.5 kW (continuous) / 11 kW (10min./25%ED) |
| Turret Stations | 10 stations |
| Rapid Traverse | 30 m/min (X1, X2, X3, Y1, Z1, Z2, Z3), 24 m/min (Y2), 15 m/min (Y3) |
| Headstock Stroke | 320 mm (13-19/32 in) |
| Bar Capacity | Ø38 mm (1-1/2 in) |
| Footprint | 2,955 × 1,430 × 1,975 mm |
Our best estimate for the Star Micronics SX-38 Type A/B is $300,000 - $480,000. This is an estimate for a swiss-type lathes in this class, not a quote from Star Micronics; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/star-micronics-sx-38-type-a-b#price; the request is passed to Star Micronics or an authorised dealer.
Three groups. The gang post has 4 tools plus a B-axis unit with 4 front and 4 rear tools. The turret has 10 stations and takes a maximum of 2 tools per station. The back unit is an 8-spindle type holding a maximum of 8 tools for the sub spindle.
The maximum headstock stroke is 320 mm (13-19/32 in) as standard and 289 mm (11-3/8 in) with the RGB unit, on a maximum machining diameter of 38 mm (1-1/2 in). The maximum front ejection length is 150 mm (5-7/8 in), so check how parts longer than that are unloaded.
Main and sub spindles carry the same listed figures: 7,000 rpm and 7.5 kW (continuous) / 11 kW (10min./25%ED). The 11 kW figure is a short-time rating, so size sustained roughing cuts on the 7.5 kW continuous figure.
All three take Ø38 mm (1-1/2 in) bar at 7,000 rpm. The SR-38 is listed with 5 tools on the front and 2 tools on the rear and weighs 4,300 kg. The ST-38 has a 10-station turret, a 350 mm (13-25/32 in) turning length and weighs 6,250 kg. The SX-38 has both a gang post with a B-axis unit and a 10-station turret, with a 320 mm (13-19/32 in) standard headstock stroke.
Rapid traverse is 30 m/min on X1, X2, X3, Y1, Z1, Z2 and Z3, 24 m/min on Y2 and 15 m/min on Y3. The footprint row reads 2,955 × 1,430 × 1,975 mm. No machine weight is listed, so get it from the dealer before planning the floor and the rigging.
The table covers both types in one set of figures and does not say which rows change between them. Ask the dealer for the type-by-type specification before ordering, in particular for the tool counts on the gang post, B-axis unit and back unit.
