SCM Balestrini Power
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
x axis stroke
y axis stroke
z axis stroke
axis speed xyz
worktables
How much does the SCM Balestrini Power cost?
Price estimate
We do not have a price for the SCM Balestrini Power that we can stand behind, so we show no number. Configuration, options and installation move the final price a long way: a quote is the reliable figure.
Overview
The SCM Balestrini Power is a range of 5-axis machining centers for solid wood furniture parts in which the gantry size is chosen to suit the work. Four X axis strokes are listed, 3,000 mm (118.1 in), 4,000 mm (157.5 in), 5,000 mm (196.9 in) and 6,000 mm (236.2 in), with Y axis strokes of 1,800 mm (70.9 in), 2,550 mm (100.4 in) or 3,550 mm (139.8 in).
Height is selectable as well. The Z axis stroke is 700 mm (27.6 in) or 1,000 mm (39.4 in), and SCM says the models differ in the dimensions of the gantry so that voluminous work pieces can be machined. Speeds do not change with size: 90-90-60 m/min in X-Y-Z.
Three head units are offered and they behave differently. The PX5 is a single-electrospindle unit for complex operations and heavy stock removal, with B rotation of +/- 120° and C rotation of +/- 270°. The CS33 and CS44 are revolver units that hold the tools for successive operations on the head itself; their B rotation is 360° in continuous and their C rotation +/- 370°. Maximum rotation speed is 24000 rpm.
Tool storage is a linear store with 6-8 positions and a circular store with 16-20 positions. Guarding comes with horizontal sliding doors, or with vertical sliding doors where the footprint has to be kept down.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis Stroke | 3,000 mm (118.1 in), 4,000 mm (157.5 in), 5,000 mm (196.9 in), 6,000 mm (236.2 in) |
| Y Axis Stroke | 1,800 mm (70.9 in), 2,550 mm (100.4 in), 3,550 mm (139.8 in) |
| Z Axis Stroke | 700 mm (27.6 in), 1,000 mm (39.4 in) |
| Axis Speed Xyz | 90-90-60 m/min (X-Y-Z axes speed) |
| Worktables | Bars worktable - Multifunction worktable |
| Machining Head Units | PX5 - CS33 - CS44 |
| Max Spindle Speed | 24000 rpm |
| B Rotation | +/- 120° (PX5); 360° in continuous (CS33 and CS44) |
| C Rotation | +/- 270° (PX5); +/- 370° (CS33 and CS44) |
| Linear Tool Store | 6-8 positions |
| Circular Tool Store | 16-20 positions |
Specifications sourced from scmgroup.com — verified 2026-10-05
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Four X axis strokes from 3,000 mm (118.1 in) to 6,000 mm (236.2 in) and three Y axis strokes
- Z axis stroke of 700 mm (27.6 in) or 1,000 mm (39.4 in) for voluminous work pieces
- Revolver heads CS33 and CS44 with B rotation of 360° in continuous
- Circular tool store with 16-20 positions in addition to a linear store with 6-8 positions
- Vertical sliding door protections available to reduce overall dimensions
Limitations
- SCM's table gives no spindle power for the PX5, CS33 or CS44 units
- The PX5 head is limited to +/- 120° in B and +/- 270° in C
- Z-axis speed of 60 m/min is lower than the 70 m/min listed for the Hypsos in its 80-80-70 m/min (X-Y-Z axes speed) row
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
X axis strokes of 3,000 mm (118.1 in), 4,000 mm (157.5 in), 5,000 mm (196.9 in) and 6,000 mm (236.2 in); Y axis strokes of 1,800 mm (70.9 in), 2,550 mm (100.4 in) and 3,550 mm (139.8 in); and Z axis strokes of 700 mm (27.6 in) or 1,000 mm (39.4 in). SCM does not list which combinations are built.
02
The PX5 is a single-electrospindle machining head unit that SCM assigns to complex operations and heavy stock removal. The CS33 and CS44 are 5-axis revolver units on which the tools for the different operations are always available.
03
With the PX5, B rotation is +/- 120° and C rotation is +/- 270°. With the CS33 and CS44, B rotation is 360° in continuous and C rotation is +/- 370°.
04
The Balestrini Idea has a single X axis stroke of 1,700 mm (66.9 in), while this range starts at 3,000 mm (118.1 in). This model also lists a circular tool store with 16-20 positions.
