Star Micronics eCA-S32T

Est. $220,000 - $360,000 Specs verified 2026-10-03 · starcnc.com Updated 2026-10-03

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Key Specifications

max machining diameter

32 mm (1-1/4 in)

max chucking diameter sub

32 mm (1-1/4 in)

first turret

10 stations (max 2 tools per station, 16 mm shank)

second turret

10 stations (max 2 tools per station, 16 mm shank)

max turning diameter

Ø32mm (1-1/4in)

turret stations

10 stations (first turret), 10 stations (second turret)

How much does the Star Micronics eCA-S32T cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$220,000 - $360,000

Our best estimate for a swiss-type lathe in this class — not a quote from Star Micronics. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

Two turrets define the Star Micronics eCA-S32T. Each has 10 stations, each station takes a maximum of 2 tools on a 16 mm shank, and the machine turns bar up to 32 mm (1-1/4 in) in diameter. The sub spindle chucks the same 32 mm (1-1/4 in), so a full-diameter part can be handed over for back work without a smaller collet size getting in the way.

The tooling arithmetic is worth doing before a job is quoted. Doubling up every station would double the tool count of a turret, but doubled stations depend on clearance around the part, so count the stations as the firm number and the second tool per station as the ceiling. The 16 mm shank size is the same on the first and the second turret, which lets holders move between them.

Star lists the control as a Motion Control System and gives no further control detail in the table. Spindle speeds, motor power, strokes and weight are absent as well and have to be requested. The SV-32 covers the same Ø32mm diameter with a turret listed as 10 face.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Machining Diameter	32 mm (1-1/4 in)
Max Chucking Diameter Sub	32 mm (1-1/4 in)
First Turret	10 stations (max 2 tools per station, 16 mm shank)
Second Turret	10 stations (max 2 tools per station, 16 mm shank)
Max Turning Diameter	Ø32mm (1-1/4in)
Turret Stations	10 stations (first turret), 10 stations (second turret)
CNC Control	Motion Control System

Specifications sourced from starcnc.com — verified 2026-10-03

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

First and second turrets of 10 stations each
Each turret station accepts a maximum of 2 tools on a 16 mm shank
Sub spindle chucks the full 32 mm (1-1/4 in), matching the main machining diameter

Limitations

Maximum machining diameter is 32 mm (1-1/4 in); the SB-38 reaches Ø38mm (1-1/2in)
Star's table gives no spindle speed, power, stroke or weight for this model
The control is listed only as a Motion Control System, with no further detail

Best For

Complex bar parts up to 32 mm (1-1/4 in) that need many tools across two turrets Parts with back-end work at the full 32 mm (1-1/4 in) in the sub spindle Jobs standardised on 16 mm shank tooling

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How many tools can the eCA-S32T carry?

The first turret has 10 stations and the second turret has 10 stations. Each station takes a maximum of 2 tools on a 16 mm shank. How many stations can actually be doubled depends on the part and on clearance between neighbouring tools, so plan from the station count and treat the second tool per station as an upper limit.

02 What diameter can the sub spindle of the eCA-S32T hold?

The maximum chucking diameter of the sub spindle is 32 mm (1-1/4 in), the same as the maximum machining diameter. A part turned at full bar size can therefore be picked off and machined on its back end without being stepped down first.

03 What control does the eCA-S32T use?

Star's table lists it as a Motion Control System and says nothing more about it. Programming format, screen and options are not given, so anyone who needs to match the control to existing programs or operator training should ask Star for the control specification.