Salvagnini S4Xe
Key Specifications
Weight
Accuracy
working area
max punching force
max stroke rate
max sheet thickness
Overview
The Salvagnini S4Xe is a servo-electric CNC punch-shear combination machine from the Italian manufacturer Salvagnini. Unlike conventional turret punch presses, the S4Xe integrates punching and right-angle shearing in a single machine, producing finished flat parts from raw sheet without requiring a separate shearing or laser cutting step for blank separation. This makes it a complete stand-alone part production system rather than just a punching station.
The working area accommodates sheets up to 3,048 x 1,524 mm (120 x 60 in). Maximum punching force is 200 kN (22.5 tons) and the servo-electric drive achieves up to 600 strokes per minute. Sheet thickness capacity is 5 mm (0.197 in) for mild steel. The machine uses Salvagnini's proprietary multi-press head with up to 96 tool positions -- tools are arranged in a matrix and individually activated, enabling rapid tool selection without turret rotation. The integrated right-angle shear handles cuts up to 3,048 mm length.
The S4Xe is commonly used as the front end of Salvagnini's FMS lines, feeding punched and sheared blanks directly to Salvagnini panel benders (P-series) and press brakes. The machine uses Salvagnini's OPS (Order Processing System) software for production management and scheduling. The Xe designation indicates the latest-generation servo-electric drive with improved energy efficiency. New S4Xe machines price between $500,000 and $800,000 depending on configuration, and complete S4Xe + P4 panel bender FMS lines can exceed $2 million.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Working Area | 3,048 x 1,524 mm (120 x 60 in) |
| Max Punching Force | 200 kN (22.5 tons) |
| Max Stroke Rate | 600 strokes/min |
| Max Sheet Thickness | 5 mm (0.197 in) mild steel |
| Tool Positions | Up to 96 (multi-press matrix head) |
| Tool Type | Multi-press matrix head (no turret) |
| Integrated Shear | Right-angle shear, up to 3,048 mm cut length |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.05 mm |
| Traverse Speed | 120 m/min |
| Drive Type | Servo-electric (Xe generation) |
| CNC Control | Salvagnini OPS / S4 HMI |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 25,000 kg (55,115 lbs) |
Specifications sourced from salvagninigroup.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Integrated punch-shear eliminates separate blanking operations -- raw sheet in, finished flat parts out
- 96-position multi-press head selects tools instantly without turret rotation -- zero indexing time
- Right-angle shear produces clean straight edges that eliminate nibble marks on part perimeters
- Designed to feed directly into Salvagnini panel benders for fully automated FMS production
- Servo-electric Xe drive is efficient and eliminates hydraulic oil maintenance
- Large 3,048 x 1,524 mm working area handles full 5 x 10 ft sheets
Limitations
- 5 mm max sheet thickness is more restrictive than many turret punches that handle 6.35 mm+
- $500,000-$800,000 price tag is premium -- significantly more than a stand-alone turret punch
- 25,000 kg weight and large footprint require substantial floor space and foundation
- Salvagnini's North American service network is limited compared to Amada and Trumpf
- Multi-press head uses proprietary Salvagnini tooling -- no compatibility with standard thick turret tools
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New S4Xe punch-shear machines price between $500,000 and $800,000 depending on tool capacity and options. Complete FMS lines combining the S4Xe with a P4 panel bender, sheet storage, and material handling can exceed $2 million. Used Salvagnini S4 machines (earlier generations) trade in the $150,000-$350,000 range.
02
The multi-press head arranges up to 96 tools in a matrix pattern. Each tool has its own individual actuator and is activated directly -- there is no rotating turret. This means tool changes are virtually instantaneous because the head simply activates a different tool in the matrix. The tradeoff is that tool sizes are limited to what fits in the matrix, and the tools are proprietary to Salvagnini.
03
Yes, it works perfectly well as a stand-alone punch-shear machine. However, its full value is realized when integrated into an FMS line with Salvagnini panel benders and material handling. Stand-alone users benefit from the integrated shear eliminating a separate blanking step, which saves floor space and handling time.
04
The S4Xe combines both functions in one machine with one setup, one operator, and one piece of floor space. A separate turret punch and shear require two machines, two operators (or part handling between machines), and twice the floor space. The S4Xe also produces cleaner part edges because the shear cuts are straight -- no nibble marks from punch-to-punch contour cutting.
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