Starrag Starrag LX 051

The Starrag LX 051 is a purpose-built 5-axis machining center for high-precision turbine blade machining. It handles blades up to approximately 510 mm (20.1 in) in length, targeting the medium-to-large blade segment found in low-pressure turbine stages of commercial jet engines and industrial gas turbine applications.

The LX 051 features an 18,000 RPM HSK-A63 spindle delivering approximately 35 kW (47 HP) with displacement and temperature sensors for thermal compensation during extended machining cycles. The machine provides full simultaneous 5-axis motion through a tilting/rotating workpiece fixture (A and B axes). Axis travels are approximately 1,050 mm (41.3 in) in X, 800 mm (31.5 in) in Y, and 800 mm (31.5 in) in Z.

The LX 051 incorporates proprietary blade machining process software with adaptive feed control and airfoil-specific tool path optimization. The Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl control manages complex 5-axis interpolation where surface quality requirements of Ra < 0.6 um are standard. The Reverse Cutter System (RCS) technology improves finish on thin blade trailing edges by reversing the engagement geometry to support rather than deflect the thin wall.

Designed for robotic loading and multi-machine cell configurations (4-8 units per robot) for lights-out blade production. New machines price between $900,000 and $1,600,000.