Starrag Ecospeed F 1540
Key Specifications
Spindle Taper
Table Size
Spindle Power
max workpiece weight
machining head
head angular range
Overview
The Starrag Ecospeed F 1540 is a 5-axis high-performance cutting center built for high-speed machining of medium-to-large aluminum structural components in the aerospace industry. As the smaller sibling of the F 2040 FMS, the F 1540 delivers the same Sprint Z3 parallel kinematic head technology and extreme aluminum metal removal rates in a more compact standalone package.
The F 1540 shares the Ecospeed core technology: the Sprint Z3 parallel kinematic machining head with ±45-degree angular capability. The real 120 kW spindle power enables sustained heavy roughing passes in aluminum alloys. HSK-A63/A80 tooling and a WERO rack-type magazine with up to 129 or 300 pockets support complex multi-tool programs.
The 4,000 x 1,500 mm table with 3,000 kg workpiece capacity handles wing ribs, floor beams, door surrounds, and other mid-sized structural components. The F 1540 can be standalone or integrated into larger FMS installations with pallet handling.
New machines typically price between $2,500,000 and $4,500,000. The machine competes with gantry-style 5-axis machines from Fives (Forest-Line), Jobs (FFG), and SNK for aerospace aluminum structural machining.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Size | 4,000 x 1,500 mm (157.5 x 59.1 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) |
| Machining Head | Sprint Z3 parallel kinematic |
| Head Angular Range | ±45° |
| Spindle Motor Power | 120 kW (real sustained power) |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 / HSK-A80 |
| Tool Magazine | WERO rack-type, 129 or 300 pockets |
| Max Tool Length | 250 mm |
| Simultaneous Axes | 5-axis simultaneous |
| Primary Material | Aluminum structural components |
Specifications sourced from starrag.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Sprint Z3 parallel kinematic head provides unmatched acceleration for high-speed 5-axis contouring
- 120 kW sustained spindle power enables extreme metal removal rates in aluminum
- Same proven Ecospeed technology as the F 2040 FMS in a more accessible package
- 4,000 x 1,500 mm table accommodates the highest-volume mid-size structural parts
- Up to 300-pocket tool magazine supports complex multi-feature programs
- Proven production platform at major aerostructure suppliers
Limitations
- Starting price above $2.5 million limits the F 1540 to committed aerospace production programs
- Optimized primarily for aluminum; shops machining mixed materials need separate machines
- Large footprint requires dedicated floor space with proper foundation engineering
- Sprint Z3 head requires specialized Starrag service technicians
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Both share the Sprint Z3 head and 120 kW spindle, but the F 2040 FMS includes integrated pallet handling. The F 1540 offers a lower entry price with the same core machining performance.
02
Metal removal rates exceeding 8,000 cm³/min in aluminum under optimal conditions.
03
While it can technically cut titanium, it is not designed for it. Its dynamics are optimized for high-speed aluminum machining.
04
Major aerospace manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers producing structural components for Airbus, Boeing, and military aircraft programs.
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