The Star SU FLX is an industrial-grade CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) powered by the FlexiumPro CNC. It offers working travels of 17 x 11 x 13 mm, a top spindle speed of 24,000 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
Star SU FLX compact 5-axis CNC tool grinder: 24,000 RPM spindle, 7 kW or 15 kW, tools to 9 in (228 mm) long, up to 15 wheel stations with automation.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | Star SU (International) |
| Machine Type | CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC) |
| CNC Controller System | FlexiumPro CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| X-Axis Travel | 17 mm |
| Y-Axis Travel | 11 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 13 mm |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 24,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Rating | 15.0 kW |
| Spindle Taper Interface | Standard |
| Approx. Machine Weight | 7,000 kg |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X Axis Travel | 16.9 in (429 mm) |
| Y Axis Travel | 11 in (280 mm) |
| Z Axis Travel | 13.38 in (340 mm) |
| B Axis Range | 260° |
| C Axis Range | 360° (1,500 RPM) |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 4 in (100 mm) sharpening / handload; 1 in (25 mm) new manufacturing / autoload |
| Max Workpiece Length | 9 in (228 mm) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 24,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Power | 15 kW max. |
| Spindle Options | Asynchronous: Auto HSK50, 7 kW; Synchronous: Auto HSK50, 15 kW |
| Wheel Capacity | Two wheels; up to 15 wheel changing stations with automation |
| Automation Part Diameter | 3–20 mm (0.118–0.787 in) |
| Automation Part Length | up to 228 mm (9 in) |
| Automation Pallet Capacity | up to 1,105 parts depending on part size |
| CNC Control | FlexiumPro CNC |
| Machine Dimensions | 72.0 in x 55.0 in x 73.5 in (1,829 mm x 1,397 mm x 1,862 mm) (L x W x H, base model) |
| Machine Dimensions With Automation | 72.0 in x 94.5 in x 73.5 in (1,829 mm x 2,400 mm x 1,862 mm) (L x W x H) |
| Machine Weight | 7,000 lbs (3,175 kg) base model; 9,000 lbs (4,082 kg) with automation |
The price estimate for the Star SU FLX is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/star-su-flx#price; the request is passed to Star SU or an authorised dealer.
The FLX is the smaller machine. Star Cutter describes its footprint as 15% smaller than the NXT, and its travels are 16.9 in (429 mm), 11 in (280 mm) and 13.38 in (340 mm) against 506 mm (19.9 in), 650 mm (25.6 in) and 768 mm (30.2 in) on the NXT. The FLX takes tools up to 9 in (228 mm) long, and its strongest spindle is 15 kW, where the NXT goes to 28 kW.
Up to 9 in (228 mm) long. Maximum diameter depends on how the tool is loaded: 4 in (100 mm) for sharpening with hand loading, and 1 in (25 mm) for new manufacturing with automatic loading. The automation takes diameters from 3 to 20 mm. Star Cutter puts the sweet spot at 9 in length and 1 in diameter.
Two wheels on the base machine. With the automation bay the wheel changer has up to 15 stations, and Star Cutter states that the magazine design reduces changeover time by 30% compared to standard solutions. The product page also lists a 6 in grinding wheel diameter for the machine.
The FlexiumPro CNC, which Star Cutter says can control 32 axes or spindles. It keeps the functions of the Flexium+ system, including 3D simulation, probing cycles for tool and wheel measurement, in-process wheel dressing, adaptive grinding and job control. Setup and programming are done on a large touchscreen panel.
