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Reference recordMBB·TURNING-CENTERS-LATHES/STAR-ST-38Updated 2026-10-10

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ModelST-38

Machine typeTurning Centers & Lathes

Max. Machining Diameterø38mm (1-1/2in)

Max. Headstock StrokeSTANDARD 350mm (13-25/32in) WITH R.M.G.B 315mm (12-13/32in)

Front Turret Tool PostFRONT SIDE TURRET 10 stations BACK SIDE TURRET 10 stations

Number of Turning ToolsMax. 2 tools/station (16mm)

Tool Shank16mm/20mm

Sleeve HolderNUMBER OF TOOLS Max. 3 tools/station MAX. DRILLING CAPABILITY ø23mm (29/32 in)…

Power Driven Att.NUMBER OF TOOLS Max. 2 tools/station MAX. DRILLING CAPABILITY ø10mm (25/64in)…

Rapid Feed Rage30m/min (X1, X2, X3, Z1, Z2, Z3) 15m/min (Y1, Y2, Y3) 3.9m/min (YA2)

Main Spindle Indexing AngleC-axis control

Main Spindle SpeedMax. 7,000 min⁻¹

Main Spindle Motor7.5w (continuous) / 11kw (10 min/25%ED)

Coolant tank capability245ℓ

Dimensions (W x D x H)3,477 x 1,859 x 1,865mm

Center Height1,134mm (including leveling pads)

Weight6,250kg

Power Consumption10.5KVA

📋 Spec data: Detailed (24 fields) · compiled from manufacturer and public sources · reference updated 2026-10-10.
These specifications describe the model in general. The year, control generation, spindle, and option package of a specific unit may differ — always verify against the actual machine. Methodology · Data sources.

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ST-38

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Machine weight (published)6,250 kg ≈ 13,779 lbFloor & foundation Rigging

From the published model specification. Spindle rating is not the machine’s total connected load; confirm the exact unit’s data plate and electrical drawings.

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Manufacturer videoWatch on YouTube ↗

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About the Star ST-38

The Star ST-38 is catalogued under Turning Centers & Lathes in The Machine Blue Book CNC machine reference library. This entry documents the machine for identification and education; specifications above are compiled from manufacturer and public sources and describe the model, not a specific unit.

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Manuals & documents

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