Brother Industries Vertical Machining Centers

Brother SPEEDIO S1000X1N

$130,000 - $180,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Spindle Taper

BT30 (BIG-PLUS optional)

x axis travel

1,000 mm (39.4 in)

y axis travel

500 mm (19.7 in)

z axis travel

300 mm (11.8 in)

spindle speed

10,000 rpm (16,000 rpm optional)

tool magazine

14 or 21-position turret

Overview

The Brother SPEEDIO S1000X1N is a narrow-body variant of the S1000X1, delivering the same 1,000 mm X-axis travel in a reduced-width footprint for shops where floor space constraints prevent installation of the standard S1000X1. The N (Narrow) designation indicates an optimized machine width that enables tighter machine placement in multi-machine cells and production lines.

The S1000X1N provides 1,000 x 500 x 300 mm (39.4 x 19.7 x 11.8 in) X/Y/Z travels -- identical to the standard S1000X1 -- with a 10,000 RPM standard spindle on BT30 taper and optional 16,000 RPM high-speed configuration. Rapid traverse rates of 50/50/56 m/min on X/Y/Z maintain the Speedio platform's speed advantage. The turret ATC accepts 14 or 21 tools with sub-second chip-to-chip changes.

The key difference from the standard S1000X1 is the optimized machine enclosure and component layout that reduces the overall width without sacrificing travel or performance. This enables installations in narrow bays, tighter cell configurations, and production lines where machine center-to-center spacing is critical.

At $130,000-$180,000 new, the S1000X1N provides the same performance and travel as the standard model in a space-optimized package. Optional BIG-PLUS two-face clamping and coolant-through-spindle are available. The CNC-C00 control provides the same programming environment as all other Speedio machines, simplifying multi-machine fleet operations.

The S1000X1N is particularly valuable in automotive and electronics production environments where long-travel machining capability must fit within existing production line spacing constraints.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	1,000 mm (39.4 in)
Y Axis Travel	500 mm (19.7 in)
Z Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
Spindle Speed	10,000 rpm (16,000 rpm optional)
Spindle Taper	BT30 (BIG-PLUS optional)
Tool Magazine	14 or 21-position turret
Rapid Traverse Xy	50 m/min (1,969 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	56 m/min (2,205 ipm)
Coolant Through Spindle	Optional
CNC Control	Brother CNC-C00
Power Supply	200/220V, 3-phase
Xyz	50m/min×50m/min×56m/min
Bt	オプション
クーラントスルースピンドル(Cts)	オプション

Specifications sourced from brother.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Same 1,000 mm X-travel and 500 mm Y-travel as the standard S1000X1 in a narrower footprint
Optimized width enables tighter machine spacing in multi-machine cells and production lines
Sub-second turret tool changes and 50/50/56 m/min rapids maintain full Speedio speed performance
Identical programming and tooling compatibility with the entire Speedio fleet
Optional 16,000 RPM spindle for high-speed aluminum and non-ferrous production
BT30 platform keeps tooling costs low while delivering competitive cycle times

Limitations

300 mm Z-travel is shallow relative to the large X/Y envelope -- limits tall fixtures and deep cavities
BT30 taper constrains cutting forces for heavy ferrous material applications
14/21 tool capacity may be insufficient for complex multi-operation programs
Narrow body configuration may reduce operator access compared to the standard S1000X1 layout

Best For

Production lines where long-travel machining must fit within tight machine spacing constraints Multi-machine cells optimized for maximum machines per square meter of floor space Automotive production environments machining long aluminum components in space-constrained facilities Electronics and panel processing requiring 1,000 mm X-travel in a narrow-footprint machine Shops replacing older equipment in fixed bay widths that cannot accommodate standard-width VMCs

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the S1000X1N and the standard S1000X1?

The S1000X1N has a narrower machine body width while maintaining identical X/Y/Z travel, spindle specs, and rapid traverse rates. The narrower body enables tighter machine placement. All other specifications and capabilities are the same.

02 What does a Brother SPEEDIO S1000X1N cost?

New S1000X1N machines typically price between $130,000 and $180,000, similar to the standard S1000X1. The narrow-body configuration does not significantly affect pricing.

03 How much narrower is the S1000X1N?

The exact width reduction depends on configuration, but the N designation typically reduces overall machine width by 100-200 mm compared to the standard model, which can be significant in tight multi-machine cell configurations.

04 Can the S1000X1N be automated with robots?

Yes, the S1000X1N supports robotic cell integration. The narrower body can actually be advantageous in robotic cells where tighter machine spacing improves robot reach efficiency across multiple machines.