What Is a 5-Axis Simultaneous CNC Wood Lathe?

A 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe, as its name suggests, is an advanced CNC woodworking machine equipped with five motion axes and capable of achieving multi-axis coordinated movement through a CNC control system. In traditional 3-axis CNC Wood Lathes, the drive spindle is mainly responsible for rotating the workpiece at high speed, while turning tools installed at both ends of the machine remove material through linear feed movements. These machines are primarily designed for turning operations, processing wood into rotational workpieces with circular cross-sections. Typical applications include Roman columns, stair balusters, table and chair legs, baseball bats, softball bats, candlesticks, and other products with cylindrical shapes or simple curved profiles. In addition, by changing the clamping method and installing a suitable chuck, the machine can also perform end-face machining, making it suitable for producing products such as wooden bowls, Russian nesting dolls, and pen holders. A 4-axis CNC Wood Lathe introduces an additional multifunctional machining spindle, enabling various processes such as carving, drilling, milling, and planing by changing different types of cutting tools. Meanwhile, the drive spindle is upgraded to a servo-driven spindle system, which not only supports high-speed continuous rotation but also enables precise indexing rotation for accurate workpiece positioning. This allows the machining spindle to perform detailed operations at specific positions on the workpiece. Compared with traditional 3-axis lathes, 4-axis CNC Wood Lathes offer significantly expanded machining capabilities and can complete more complex processes, including groove machining, drilling, and engraving. For example, decorative grooves and fine textures can be machined on stair balusters, while precision drilling operations can be performed on wooden products such as musical instruments. In a 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe, an additional B-axis is introduced, allowing the machining spindle to rotate at different angles and adjust tool orientation according to machining requirements. Through coordinated movement between the B-axis and other motion axes, the tool can approach the workpiece from an optimal angle, enabling high-precision machining of complex curved surfaces, angled holes, and three-dimensional structures. Five-axis simultaneous machining greatly expands the machine’s spatial machining flexibility, allowing it to produce complex shapes that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional three-axis and four-axis equipment. Typical applications include complex chair components, irregularly shaped table legs, gun stocks, and other precision wooden parts.

RTCP (Rotated Tool Center Point) is one of the key functions of a five-axis CNC Wood Lathe. It is designed to solve the problem of tool center point displacement caused by rotary axis movement during five-axis machining. During five-axis operations, when the tool changes its machining angle through A/B-axis rotation, the tool tip position shifts due to the rotary movement. The RTCP function automatically calculates and compensates for X, Y, and Z-axis movements based on tool length, rotary angle, and spatial position changes, ensuring that the tool center point always remains aligned with the programmed machining path. For conventional five-axis machines without RTCP functionality, operators must manually adjust machining coordinates according to different tool orientations, making programming more complicated and increasing the possibility of errors. With RTCP enabled, users only need to define the machining path based on the workpiece model. The CNC system automatically performs coordinate transformation and position compensation, making five-axis simultaneous machining more accurate and smoother while significantly reducing the programming difficulty of complex machining operations.

Is a 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe Difficult to Operate?

Not at all. Thanks to its intelligent control system and automated features, the CATEKCNC 5-axis CNC wood lathe is even easier to operate than many traditional 3-axis CNC wood lathes, the machine is pre-configured with basic tool compensation parameters, eliminating the need for complicated manual tool setting procedures. If tools need to be replaced later, the machine is equipped with an automatic tool setter that can automatically detect tool length and complete tool compensation, ensuring machining accuracy while improving tool change efficiency and reducing manual adjustment requirements. In addition, the machine supports professional post-processing software. Users only need to import the machining drawings, and the system can automatically generate the corresponding CNC programs without manual programming or the need to manage complex relationships between multiple axes. Operators can focus on product design and machining results, while the machine automatically handles complex toolpath planning and coordinate transformations, making five-axis machining simpler, more efficient, and more accessible.

What Machining Functions Can a 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe Perform?

1. Turning of rotary workpieces The 5-axis CNC wood lathe drives the workpiece to rotate at high speed through the drive spindle, while turning tools perform operations such as external turning, internal boring, taper turning, contour forming, and end-face machining. It is suitable for a wide range of wood products with rotational symmetry. Typical applications include: Roman columns, stair balusters, handrails, table and chair legs, sofa legs, decorative furniture columns, baseball bats, softball bats, wooden handles, candlesticks, vases, wooden bowls, Russian nesting dolls, pen holders, and more. 2. Machining of complex surfaces and irregular structures The 5-axis simultaneous machining capability allows the spindle to adjust its cutting angle in real time according to the workpiece geometry, enabling the tool to approach the workpiece from multiple directions and perform complex spatial operations that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional 3-axis or 4-axis machines. Capabilities include: complex surface milling, 3D relief carving, irregular contour forming, multi-angle bevel machining, and spatial structure trimming. Typical applications include: intricately shaped chair armrests, Queen Anne legs, Chippendale legs, animal-style furniture legs, sculptures and artistic woodwork, and architectural decorative components. 3. Multi-process combined machining Equipped with a 5-axis 4-station machining head, the machine can hold multiple types of tools and automatically switch between them according to processing requirements, enabling continuous multi-process production. Capabilities include: Drilling: for connecting holes, decorative holes, and musical instrument finger holes; Grooving: for decorative textures and structural slots; Milling: for flat surfaces, curved surfaces, and contouring; Engraving: for patterns, text, and relief work; Planing: for surface finishing and profile shaping.

How Is the CNC Wood Lathe Shipped?

To ensure the machine remains in excellent condition during long-distance transportation, CATEKCNC CNC Wood Lathes undergo professional packaging and protective treatment before shipment. Before shipping, the machine is partially disassembled according to transportation requirements. For example, components such as the automatic loading rack need to be removed. All disconnected parts, including air hoses, cables, and connectors, are labeled with corresponding identification numbers, allowing customers to quickly complete installation and reconnection after receiving the machine. For packaging, the main machine body is protected with multiple layers of waterproof film and impact-resistant foam, then enclosed in an export-standard fumigation-free wooden crate. This provides effective protection against moisture, impact, and compression during transportation. In addition, key motion components such as guide rails and racks are coated with anti-rust oil before shipment to prevent corrosion caused by environmental changes during long-distance transport, ensuring the machine can be quickly installed and put into operation after arrival.

Why Choose the CATEKCNC 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe?

The CATEKCNC Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe features a high-rigidity machine structure, high-precision servo drive system, and advanced five-axis control technology with RTCP functionality. It enables high-precision machining of complex curved surfaces, irregular structures, and three-dimensional artistic designs. Meanwhile, the machine supports automatic tool switching, automatic tool setting, and automatic loading/unloading, significantly reducing manual intervention, lowering labor intensity, and improving machining efficiency and production consistency. With more than 20 years of experience in CNC woodworking equipment R&D, manufacturing, sales, and OEM services in China, CATEKCNC has accumulated extensive industry application knowledge and manufacturing expertise. We understand the practical challenges faced by users with different levels of 5-axis machining experience. Therefore, the Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a “program-free machining” function. Users only need to import the design drawings, and the system can automatically complete toolpath conversion and CNC code generation. No complex manual programming or advanced knowledge of multi-axis motion relationships is required, allowing even users without extensive 5-axis programming experience to quickly produce high-value wooden products. In addition, CATEKCNC Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathes come with a five-year warranty and a dedicated one-to-one after-sales service team, providing comprehensive support from machine installation and commissioning to operator training and long-term technical assistance. From the day you place your order, we remain committed to supporting your production process, ensuring long-term stable machine operation and helping your business continue to grow.

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Name: 1530 5-Axis Multifunctional CNC Wood Lathe
Brand: CATEKCNC
SKU: CATEKCNC-CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS
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The Spire 5-axis CNC wood lathe is equipped with a 4-station machining head and a B-axis, enabling complex 3D contour machining and angled machining operations. It also features automatic sanding and automatic loading/unloading functions, further improving machining efficiency and automation.

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5-Axis Simultaneous Machining, Redefining the Boundaries of Wood Craftsmanship

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CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS is a high-end 5-axis CNC wood lathe from the Spire Series, specifically designed for automated multi-process machining of complex workpieces. Integrating 5-axis simultaneous machining, multi-process operations (turning, planing, and milling), automatic tool switching, automatic sanding, and automatic loading/unloading, this machine enables a complete production workflow from raw stock to finished products on a single platform, significantly improving the machining efficiency and automation level of complex wooden components.

The core advantage of this machine lies in its 5-axis simultaneous machining capability with RTCP support. The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS is equipped with a 5-Axis 4-Station Machining Head, which can be precisely rotated to different angles under CNC control and work in coordination with other machine axes to perform multi-dimensional machining on different areas and angles of the workpiece. To meet the requirements of continuous multi-process machining, the machining head features an integrated cast structure with two cross-mounted double-ended spindles inside, allowing the installation of four different types of cutting tools. During process changes, the machining head automatically rotates and indexes to quickly position the required tool, enabling fast and efficient tool switching.

In 5-axis machining mode, the drive spindle performs precise angular rotation to position the workpiece, while the tools mounted on the 4-station machining head carry out various machining operations. This configuration enables drilling, planing, milling, carving, and other processes on flat surfaces, angled surfaces, and complex curved surfaces. It is capable of machining wooden components with intricate 3D contours, such as elaborately shaped chair arms, Queen Anne legs, Chippendale legs, animal-shaped furniture legs, chair finials, sculptures, and architectural decorative elements.

In addition to the 5-axis machining unit, this 5-axis CNC wood lathe is equipped with two independent turning stations, which automatically switch turning tools through a pneumatic mechanism. During turning operations, the drive spindle can switch to continuous high-speed rotation mode to machine rotary workpieces such as Roman columns, stair balusters, and baseball bats. By changing the chuck and using internal boring tools, the machine can also perform face machining, making it suitable for producing products such as wooden bowls, nesting dolls, and pen holders.

For enhanced automation, the machine comes standard with a sanding wheel system and offers optional solutions including an oscillating sanding roller and belt sanding system. These sanding options can be selected according to the material, shape, and surface requirements of different workpieces, ensuring uniform and high-quality surface finishing. In addition, the machine supports automatic loading and unloading and is equipped with a large-capacity automatic magazine, enabling continuous production through automatic feeding, automatic centering, machining, and finished-part unloading. This effectively reduces manual intervention, increases production efficiency, and lowers labor costs.

Core Advantages of Spire 1530 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe: Four Dimensions to Reshape the Standards of High-Efficiency Production

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One Machine,
Multiple Machining Capabilities.

The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS is equipped with two turning tool stations, enabling standard turning operations. Its drive spindle supports both continuous high-speed rotation and precise indexing positioning modes. Combined with the 4-station machining head, which can hold four different tools, the machine can further perform various processes including planing, carving, drilling, and milling.

In addition, the machine integrates an automatic sanding system, allowing multiple machining processes to be completed continuously on a single platform and enabling automated multi-process production. Compared with traditional single-function CNC wood lathes, the CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS significantly reduces positioning errors caused by repeated workpiece clamping, improving both machining accuracy and production efficiency.

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5-Axis Machining,
Complex Workpieces Formed in a Single Setup.

The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS features highly automated machining capabilities and is equipped with an automatic loading and unloading system as well as a large-capacity automatic material hopper capable of storing multiple raw workpieces. During production, the system can automatically complete material feeding, tool switching, machining, sanding, and finished-part unloading.

Operators only need to adjust the feeding system according to different workpiece specifications, replenish raw materials, and collect finished products. This greatly reduces manual intervention and lowers labor intensity. Meanwhile, the highly automated production workflow minimizes variations caused by manual operations, ensuring greater consistency and stability during batch production

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High Automation,
Simplifying Batch Production.

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Equipment Delivery,
Is Only the Beginning of Long-Term Support.

Spire CATEKCNC’s premium customized product series. We do more than provide high-performance equipment — we are committed to delivering a service experience that exceeds expectations and stands by our customers at every stage of their production journey. The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS, as a flagship 5-axis CNC wood lathe, is no exception. Backed by CATEKCNC’s 5-year warranty and our dedicated one-on-one technical support, this machine represents our promise of lasting reliability. From the moment you place your order, our professional team is ready to ensure your production stays smooth and efficient.

In our view, machine delivery is never the end of our cooperation — it is the beginning of a long-term partnership built on trust and shared success.

Choosing the
Spire 1530 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe
means choosing

More powerful machining capabilities

Turning, planing, milling, drilling, and carving — with 5-axis multi-process machining, this machine goes beyond the traditional concept of a CNC wood lathe. It integrates multiple machining functions into a single platform, providing the versatility to meet a wide range of complex woodworking requirements.

More efficient automated production

Automatic feeding, automatic machining, automatic sanding, and automatic unloading — this 5-axis CNC wood lathe delivers higher production efficiency and machining consistency while significantly reducing labor requirements.

More reliable industrial-grade performance

From the high-rigidity double-row heavy-duty bed structure, to the high-precision, high-power servo system, and even the electrical components hidden behind the machine, we pay attention to every detail. Our goal is to provide you with reliable production capability built for long-term operation.

More comprehensive service support

All Spire CNC Wood Lathes come with a 5-year warranty and dedicated after-sales support from our professional service team. Machine delivery is only the opening chapter of our partnership. Through every future machining task and every challenge along the way, we remain by your side.

Dual-Row Heavy-Duty Bed Structure, Delivering Unmatched Stability

Heavy-duty bed of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Heavy-Duty Cast Iron Double-Row Bed Structure

The bed of the Spire 1530 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe is manufactured through integral casting with high-strength gray cast iron. The flake graphite structure within gray cast iron effectively absorbs and dissipates vibration, providing the machine bed with excellent damping performance. With a total machine weight of 2,500 kg and a maximum wall thickness of 30 mm, the high mass and robust structure provide superior stability, effectively suppressing vibration and impact generated during high-speed operation.
After casting, the machine bed undergoes annealing and vibration stress relief treatment to fully release internal residual stress and improve long-term dimensional stability. Key load-bearing areas are reinforced with optimized rib structures to further enhance overall rigidity. The mounting surfaces for guide rails and racks are precisely milled to ensure high flatness and accurate positioning. The entire machine is finished with a white fine-textured powder coating, forming a durable and wear-resistant protective layer. This not only enhances the overall appearance of the equipment but also improves resistance against scratches and corrosion, reducing the risk of surface damage during long-term operation.
The machine adopts a double-row bed design, with the workpiece clamping system and machining tool system installed on two independent beds. Each motion system is equipped with its own dedicated transmission mechanism. This structure optimizes the machine’s center-of-gravity distribution while minimizing vibration transmission and mechanical interference between the two systems, resulting in smoother motion performance and higher machining accuracy.

Leveling feet of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

High-Strength Leveling Feet

To fully achieve the high-precision machining performance of the Spire 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe, the machine relies on a solid foundation and precise leveling support. Therefore, CATEKCNC equips the machine with nine heavy-duty adjustable leveling feet, each providing a maximum load capacity of up to 5 tons. The installation positions of each leveling foot are carefully calculated based on load distribution and structural analysis. Strategically arranged at key load-bearing points and around the machine’s center of gravity, they ensure more uniform force distribution, effectively support the machine weight, and minimize bed deformation caused by uneven support.
Beyond their optimized positioning, the leveling feet are also designed with precise adjustment mechanisms and durable structural features. Each foot adopts a threaded adjustment system, allowing accurate height adjustment to compensate for uneven floor conditions and achieve precise machine leveling during installation and commissioning. The main body is manufactured from high-strength carbon steel, providing excellent compressive strength and deformation resistance for long-term heavy-load operation. Its surface is treated with anti-corrosion electroplating, ensuring reliable durability even in humid and dusty workshop environments.
In addition to providing stable support, the leveling feet are designed to reduce vibration transmission during machining. The bottom of each foot is equipped with a thickened PVC anti-slip pad that offers excellent wear resistance, cushioning, and vibration-damping performance. The specially designed anti-slip pattern increases friction with the ground, effectively reducing the risk of machine displacement caused by operational vibration. Meanwhile, the PVC pads absorb machining-induced vibration and minimize transmission to the floor, further enhancing machine stability and machining accuracy.

Headstock of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Tailstock of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

High-Strength Cast Iron Headstock and Tailstock

Both the headstock and tailstock are manufactured through integral casting with high-strength cast iron and undergo stress relief treatment to effectively eliminate internal residual stresses. This process minimizes the risk of structural deformation and accuracy variation caused by stress release during long-term operation, ensuring excellent machining accuracy stability throughout the service life of the CNC wood lathe.
In terms of structural design, both the headstock and tailstock adopt a multi-sided polygonal structure with chamfered corners. This design effectively reduces stress concentration, minimizes localized fatigue damage, and lowers vibration risks during operation. In addition, all chamfered edges feature a rounded obtuse-angle transition design, improving operational safety and reducing the risk of accidental injury caused by sharp edges during machine use.
After casting, the headstock and tailstock undergo precision machining processes, with key areas such as transmission contact surfaces and the center chuck mounting holes receiving high-accuracy machining. This ensures excellent concentricity of the center mounting holes and precise alignment between the components and the machine bed and guide rails. This manufacturing process enhances overall machine stability, reduces load deviations and abnormal wear during long-term operation, and ensures reliable machining performance over time.

Headstock center (small-diameter) of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Tailstock (large-diameter) of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Chuck of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Headstock Center (Drive Center)

The drive center adopts three deep groove ball bearings with oversized inner diameters and larger rolling elements, providing higher radial load capacity and increased contact area. The bearings are arranged in a two-front-one-rear configuration, with two 6214 bearings installed in parallel at the front and one 6213 bearing at the rear. This optimized arrangement provides a stable dual-support structure, significantly shortening the spindle’s load span, limiting angular deflection at the spindle front end, and reducing radial runout. As a result, the system ensures superior workpiece concentricity and dimensional accuracy after machining.
The spindle system is driven by a 7.5 kW VEICHI servo motor through a synchronous belt transmission, supporting both continuous high-speed rotation mode and high-precision indexing positioning mode. In continuous rotation mode, the spindle drives the workpiece at high speed for conventional turning operations, allowing the machining of various rotational components such as staircase columns, wooden vases, candle holders, and table legs. In indexing mode, the spindle accurately positions the workpiece according to programmed angles, enabling the 5-axis machining spindle to perform detailed operations on specific areas, including pattern engraving, drilling, grooving, and planing.
The spindle end adopts a threaded screw-in mounting design, allowing different types of workholding accessories to be replaced according to machining requirements, including various sizes of centers and chucks. Different center diameters can accommodate workpieces of different sizes, making them suitable for slender rotational components such as Roman columns, staircase posts, baseball bats, and tool handles. The chuck is ideal for face machining applications. Through single-end clamping, it enables the processing of workpieces requiring an open end, such as wooden bowls, wooden plates, pen holders, and nesting dolls.

Tailstock center (small-diameter) of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Cylinder for tailstock locking of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Handle for manual tailstock clamping of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Switch for tailstock locking and clamping of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Tailstock Center (Revolving Center)

The tailstock center works together with the drive center to clamp and position the workpiece by applying counteracting support force. The main body of the center is manufactured from 40Cr high-strength alloy steel, which offers excellent hardenability, high yield strength, and superior fatigue resistance. In addition, the internal structure incorporates three sets of deep groove ball bearings, improving rotational accuracy and operational stability. Different sizes of Morse taper centers can be replaced according to the diameter requirements of different workpieces, enabling flexible adaptation to various machining applications.
The tailstock is equipped with a pneumatic locking system and a pneumatic clamping system. The pneumatic locking system is used to secure the tailstock position before machining, ensuring stable support throughout the machining process. The pneumatic clamping system uses a short-stroke cylinder to achieve rapid workpiece clamping and release. It supports both manual and automatic operating modes. In manual mode, operators can complete clamping and releasing operations through a control switch installed on the tailstock. In automatic mode, the pneumatic clamping system can work together with the automatic loading and unloading system, automatically clamping the workpiece after loading is completed. Two control switches are installed on the tailstock for independent manual control of tailstock locking and workpiece clamping. Both switches are from Schneider and equipped with protective covers, effectively preventing wood chips and dust from entering while reducing the risk of accidental activation.
Before machining, operators only need to adjust and lock the tailstock position according to the workpiece length. The automatic clamping system then secures the workpiece and initiates the machining process. After machining is completed, the clamping mechanism automatically releases the finished workpiece, preparing the machine for the next production cycle. This automated clamping process reduces manual intervention and eliminates repetitive setup operations, improving machining efficiency while ensuring greater consistency in batch production.

Steady rest of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Retractable pin for steady rest of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Steady Rest Support System

The steady rest provides additional support for workpieces during machining, preventing slender components from experiencing radial deflection or bending deformation caused by centrifugal forces generated during high-speed rotation and cutting forces. This improves rotational stability during the machining of long and slender workpieces, reduces vibration and tool marks, and enhances surface finish and contour consistency. The steady rest is suitable for machining various slender rotational components, including baluster columns, walking sticks, table legs, clothes rails, candle holders, and flutes.
The steady rest is equipped with a large-diameter bearing support sleeve, which contacts the outer surface of the workpiece through an annular support structure, providing stable and uniform radial support. Different sizes of support sleeves can be selected according to the workpiece diameter. The annular support design provides a larger contact area, effectively distributing machining forces and reducing localized pressure concentration. Internally, the steady rest adopts large-size 6021 and 60830 bearings, which reduce operating resistance and contact wear while maintaining stable performance during high-speed rotation.
The steady rest is controlled through a pneumatic retractable pin installed on the tool holder. Controlled by the CNC system, the retractable pin can extend or retract according to machining requirements. When extended, the retractable pin engages with the positioning hole underneath the steady rest, creating a mechanical connection between the tool holder and the steady rest. This design provides enhanced machining flexibility: the steady rest can either move synchronously with the cutting tool to provide continuous dynamic support throughout the machining process, or remain fixed at a specific position to provide localized support for designated machining areas.

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5-Axis Machining, Seamless Multi-Tool Switching - Turning Inspiration into Reality

Function area overview of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

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Dual Turning Tool Station

Pneumatic Switching

Max. Shank 25 × 25 mm

Dual Turning Tool Station

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Chuck Clamping

Internal Boring Tool Turning

End-Face Machining Combination

4-Station machining head of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

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Max. Speed 18000 RPM

5-Axis 4-Station Machining Head

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Automatic Sanding Unit

1100W

Dim: 230×50mm (D×W)

Max. Speed 6000 RPM

Abrasive Belt with Sisal

Automatic Sanding Unit

Dual Turning Tool Station

The Spire 1530 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe features two turning tool stations on the same side with pneumatic tool switching. Each holder supports tools with a maximum shank size of 25 × 25 mm, securely clamped by three hex socket screws on the holder top. This three-point clamping structure distributes force evenly across the tool shank, preventing displacement or tilting during heavy cutting and ensuring consistent accuracy and surface quality.

V-Type Turning Tool: Suitable for high-precision contour finishing, deep groove cutting, sharp-corner cleaning, and complex profile forming. Typical applications include detailed contour machining on wooden railings, staircase posts, furniture legs, decorative door and window components, wooden columns, and carved decorative parts.
O/U-Type Turning Tool: Ideal for large-radius concave surface machining, curved surface profiling, and high-feed rough machining. Typical applications include shaping the rounded body of solid wood vases and rapidly removing material from large wooden spheres, such as decorative balls and landscape wooden spheres.
Right-Angle Turning Tool: Suitable for machining right-angle steps and vertical edge finishing. It helps prevent over-cutting commonly caused by V-type turning tools and is ideal for wooden columns and furniture components with clear stepped structures.
Internal Boring Tool: Mainly used for hollowing operations on the end face of workpieces. During this process, the drive center is replaced with a chuck for single-end clamping. Typical applications include end-face machining of nesting dolls, vases, and pen holders.

End-Face Machining Combination

In woodworking lathe applications, an important machining scenario involves turning the end face of workpieces such as wooden vases, bowls, Russian nesting dolls, and wooden handles. These workpieces typically require single-end clamping, rendering the traditional center-clamping method—using both the spindle center and tailstock center—unsuitable. Additionally, conventional side-mounted turning tools often fail to effectively reach the end-face area.
The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS CNC Wood Lathe comes standard with a professional end-face machining solution, consisting of a high-precision self-centering chuck and a right-angle shank internal boring tool. Prior to machining, the taper center on the spindle headstock is removed and replaced with the chuck, which securely holds the workpiece from one end through its jaws. Simultaneously, an internal boring tool is installed on the tool station, allowing it to extend deep into the workpiece end face for hollowing and profile forming operations.
To accommodate diverse machining requirements, CATEKCNC offers multiple chuck options in various diameters and jaw configurations, including three-jaw and four-jaw versions. Each chuck comes with one set of standard jaws and one set of reverse jaws, for external diameter clamping and internal expansion clamping, respectively. The jaws are integrally hardened for superior wear resistance, and paired with a precision locking structure to ensure secure, long-term clamping without loosening. Additionally, all chucks feature a self-centering design, allowing all jaws to move synchronously during adjustment and eliminating the need for repeated manual alignment. This guarantees high concentricity and stable operation under high-speed rotation.

5-Axis 4-Station Machining Head

The most distinctive feature of the CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS is its advanced 5-axis machining capability, which is achieved through the 4-station machining head. The machining head features rotational movement, allowing it to automatically switch between different machining tools or adjust tool orientations according to processing requirements, enabling angled machining operations. Equipped with RTCP functionality, the machining head can automatically compensate for tool tip position changes caused by tool rotation and tilting, ensuring accurate toolpath control even under complex spatial tool orientations. With RTCP, programmers no longer need to manually calculate complicated spatial geometric relationships; instead, they can focus on product modeling and toolpath design, significantly reducing the complexity of 5-axis programming.
The 4-station machining head features an ER40 tool holder interface, accommodating tools with a maximum shank diameter of 26 mm. One station is dedicated to a planing tool, delivering powerful material removal for efficiently machining complex three-dimensional contours. The machining head housing adopts an integral casting structure, providing excellent rigidity. After manufacturing, each head undergoes CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) inspection, where machining accuracy, perpendicularity, and concentricity are strictly verified to ensure reliable long-term operation. A dust protection plate is installed beneath the mounting plate to prevent wood chips and dust from spreading toward the rear area, helping keep the transmission system clean.
The 4-station machining head (B-axis), together with the three linear axes (X/Y/Z) and the indexable spindle (A-axis), forms a complete 5-axis system. Compared with 3-axis lathes (limited to turning) and 4-axis lathes (adding indexing for drilling/grooving/engraving), the 5-axis system enables angled drilling, milling, engraving, and complex 3D profiling through angular head rotation. This advanced capability allows efficient production of irregular furniture components and custom-shaped parts, such as sculpted table legs, chair legs, bed legs, sofa arms, chair arms, chair backs, and wooden coat hangers.

Sanding wheel of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Motor for sanding wheel of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Oscillating belt sanding system of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Belt sanding system of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Automatic Sanding Unit

All CATEKCNC multifunctional CNC wood lathes are equipped with sanding units to improve surface finish, remove machining marks, and eliminate minor irregularities after turning and milling. The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe comes standard with a sisal sanding wheel, which is installed on the left side of the turning tool stations. During machining, the sanding wheel remains in the retracted position. When surface finishing is required, the CNC system automatically controls the pneumatic mechanism to extend the sanding wheel and bring it into contact with the workpiece for sanding operations.
The sanding wheel adopts a combination structure of sisal fiber and abrasive strips, equipped with 320-grit sandpaper. The quick-change abrasive strip design allows users to replace sanding materials with different grits according to specific surface finishing requirements. During high-speed rotation, the sisal layer not only provides a polishing effect but also offers radial support for the abrasive strips, improving overall sanding performance. The sanding wheel has a diameter of 230 mm and a width of 50 mm. It is driven by a dedicated 1.1 kW brushless servo motor, with continuously adjustable speed from 0 to 6,000 rpm, enabling flexible adaptation to different surface finishing requirements.
To meet different sanding requirements for various products, the CNC wood lathe can also be equipped with optional oscillating sanding rollers and belt sanding systems. The oscillating sanding roller not only rotates at high speed but also performs axial reciprocating movement, effectively reducing localized wear and improving sanding uniformity on both round bar and flat-surface workpieces. The belt sanding system adopts a continuous loop abrasive belt structure, making it suitable for large-area continuous sanding of cylindrical and rotational workpieces. The belt sanding system is equipped with an adjustable top contact wheel in the middle section. When the top wheel is raised, it changes the contact shape between the sanding belt and the workpiece, creating a V-shaped sanding contact area. This allows the abrasive belt to reach deeper into areas such as staircase columns, grooved components, and irregular contours, achieving more detailed and uniform surface finishing.

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Stability in Every Axis, Excellence in Every Machining

Hiwin (Taiwan) P level 30 linear guideways of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Four Hiwin (Taiwan) P level 30 linear guideways for X-axis

HIWIN (Taiwan) P-Level Linear Guideways

The CNC wood lathe is equipped with HIWIN P-level precision linear guideways. Different guideway specifications are selected according to the load requirements of each motion system. The main motion axes adopt 30 mm-wide guideways, the automatic loading and unloading system uses 20 mm-wide guideways, and the tool holder feed axes are equipped with 25 mm-wide guideways. Compared with commonly used guideway sizes, these wider guideways provide higher load capacity and significantly improve the rigidity and stability of each motion axis during operation. In addition, HIWIN linear guideways offer excellent linear accuracy and parallelism, with running parallelism reaching 10–15 μm per meter, providing reliable support for maintaining high-precision machining performance over long-term operation.
HIWIN linear guideways utilize a recirculating ball rolling structure, reducing friction resistance between the slider and rail to approximately 1/50 of that of conventional sliding guideways. This low-friction design significantly reduces the driving resistance of each linear axis and improves the machine’s dynamic response capability. Meanwhile, reduced friction minimizes heat generation during operation, providing an important foundation for the 80,000 mm/min rapid traverse speed achieved by the CATEKCNC Spire CNC Wood Lathes.
HIWIN guideways adopt a classic four-row Gothic arch contact design, allowing steel balls to form four-point contact with the raceways at a 45° contact angle. This structure evenly distributes loads from multiple directions, including radial, lateral, and vertical forces, effectively extending guideway service life under long-term heavy-load operation. Furthermore, the arc groove design helps absorb high-frequency vibrations generated during machining, reducing turning marks and improving the surface finish of finished workpieces.

YYC (Taiwan) ground helical rack & pinion of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

YYC (Taiwan) High-Precision Ground Helical Rack & Pinion

To improve the travel speed of linear axes over long strokes, CATEKCNC adopts a high-performance rack and pinion transmission system on the long-axis drive mechanism. Compared with traditional ball screw transmission, rack and pinion systems are not limited by stroke length and can maintain higher transmission efficiency and faster movement speeds during large-scale, high-speed positioning. This makes them particularly suitable for applications requiring long travel distances and frequent reciprocating movements.
The rack and pinion system adopts YYC precision ground-grade racks from Taiwan, manufactured strictly according to DIN 867 standards. The rack base material is made from high-strength medium-carbon steel or alloy steel and undergoes high-frequency induction hardening, providing the tooth surfaces with higher hardness and excellent wear resistance. The tooth surfaces are then further processed through precision grinding and four-side grinding processes, improving tooth profile accuracy and pitch consistency. With a surface roughness of Ra 0.8, the rack effectively reduces friction resistance and impact vibration during gear engagement.
Compared with spur gear structures of the same module, the helical gear design provides a larger meshing area and more uniform force distribution, allowing higher torque transmission capacity. During high-speed operation, the progressive engagement characteristics of helical gears effectively reduce gear impact, backlash, and operating noise, resulting in smoother and more stable axis movement.

TBI (Taiwan) ground ball screws of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

TBI (Taiwan) High-Precision Ground Ball Screw

The feed axes of the machining tools and the vertical lifting axis of the machining spindle head on the Spire CNC Wood Lathe adopt ball screw transmission to achieve extremely precise micro-feed control. CATEKCNC utilizes TBI precision ground ball screws from Taiwan. Through precision grinding processes, ground ball screws achieve exceptionally high lead accuracy and extremely low axial backlash, eliminating the inherent forming errors found in rolled ball screws. In addition, their refined surface finish and optimized raceway geometry significantly reduce friction and heat generation, providing higher system rigidity and smoother motion performance.
The recirculating ball structure converts traditional sliding friction into rolling friction, greatly reducing operating resistance. Compared with conventional ACME lead screws, ball screws require only approximately one-third of the driving torque, reducing the load on the drive system while improving motion response and operational smoothness. Even under low-speed, high-load machining conditions, the ball screw maintains smooth movement and effectively prevents issues such as sticking, vibration, and crawling caused by excessive friction resistance.
The core components of TBI ball screws are manufactured from high-strength carbon steel and chrome-molybdenum alloy steel and undergo strict heat treatment processes. The hardness of critical ball track contact areas reaches HRC 58–64, providing excellent wear resistance, fatigue resistance, and dimensional stability. Even under long-term high-frequency reciprocating motion and continuous machining loads, the ball screws maintain stable transmission performance, providing a reliable foundation for the Spire CNC Wood Lathe to maintain high-precision machining capability over extended operation.

Diaphragm Coupling

The double-diaphragm coupling is used to connect the servo motor and ball screw. Its core structure consists of two sets of high-strength, thin-walled stainless-steel diaphragms positioned at the front and rear, with the two diaphragm sets connected through an intermediate spacer. Unlike traditional gear couplings or elastic couplings, which compensate for misalignment through gear meshing or deformation of rubber-based elastic elements, the double-diaphragm coupling absorbs axial, radial, and angular misalignment through the elastic deformation of the metal diaphragms themselves. When minor installation deviations exist between the motor shaft and ball screw shaft, the two diaphragm sets independently distribute stresses in different directions, achieving effective compensation while maintaining high rigidity and backlash-free power transmission.
The double-diaphragm coupling contains no wear-prone or aging-sensitive elastic components such as rubber or polyurethane, providing a longer fatigue life and stronger environmental adaptability. Its operating temperature range can reach approximately -40°C to +200°C, allowing it to maintain stable mechanical performance even under conditions such as servo motor heat generation during high-speed operation or continuous mechanical transmission loads. Meanwhile, the coupling adopts an axial clamping connection design, enabling zero-backlash transmission and providing an important foundation for the high-precision machining performance of the CNC wood lathe.
During high-speed acceleration, deceleration, frequent direction changes, or sudden cutting load impacts, the transmission system is subjected to significant instantaneous torque shocks. Thanks to the excellent elastic recovery capability of the metal diaphragms, the double-diaphragm structure can absorb part of the impact energy through slight elastic deformation, reducing vibration transmission to the servo motor, ball screw, and other transmission components. This helps improve the machining accuracy and long-term stability of the CNC wood lathe.

Shimpo (Japan) planetary of gear reducers of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

SHIMPO (Japan) Planetary Gear Reducers

The planetary gear reducer is used to connect the servo motor and the motion axis. By reducing the output speed of the servo motor while increasing the output torque, it provides the motion axis with greater driving force and more stable load capacity. Meanwhile, the reducer enhances the overall rigidity of the transmission system, reducing vibration and positioning errors caused by high-speed movement and frequent acceleration/deceleration cycles. This ensures that the CNC wood lathe maintains smooth and stable operation even under high-speed and heavy-load machining conditions.
The CATEKCNC Spire CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a precision planetary gear reducer from Japan’s SHIMPO. The internal gears are precision-machined, achieving an extremely low backlash of less than 0.05°. The low-backlash design effectively minimizes transmission errors during servo motor forward/reverse switching, improving the positioning accuracy of the motion axis. Its multi-stage planetary gear structure allows multiple gears to engage simultaneously, evenly distributing the load among the planetary gears. This design achieves higher torque density, greater load capacity, and superior transmission stability within a compact structure, with a maximum output torque of up to 274 N·m. In addition, the reducer features carburized helical gears combined with SHIMPO’s proprietary secondary finishing process, further improving gear accuracy and ensuring smoother and quieter transmission performance.
The reducer adopts an integrated output shaft and planetary carrier structure, combined with a dual-bearing support design, which significantly improves overall rigidity and impact resistance while ensuring precise gear engagement during long-term operation. The housing is made of high-strength aluminum alloy, offering excellent corrosion resistance and an IP65 protection rating, effectively preventing the intrusion of wood chips, dust, and other contaminants commonly found in machining environments. This design is particularly suitable for woodworking applications where large amounts of dust are generated, helping reduce internal contamination and failure risks, minimize maintenance requirements, and ensure long-term stable operation of the machine.

Fully Enclosed Bellows Cover

The long axis and spindle lifting axis of the Spire CNC Wood Lathe are both equipped with fully enclosed bellows covers for protection. These covers completely isolate critical transmission components such as guide rails and ball screws from the external environment, effectively preventing wood chips, dust, moisture, and other contaminants from entering the transmission system. This helps avoid abnormal wear, corrosion, and reduced positioning accuracy caused by contamination, thereby extending the service life of the transmission components.
The bellows cover is constructed with a reinforced PVC frame, nylon composite fabric, and powder-coated connecting plates, providing excellent resistance to dust, water, oil, and flame. It is designed to withstand the long-term and high-intensity operating conditions commonly found in woodworking environments. With a maximum compression ratio of up to 10:1, the cover can expand and contract synchronously with the movement of the linear axis, ensuring smooth and stable operation without increasing the moving load or affecting axial positioning accuracy. Its superior fatigue resistance also enables it to withstand continuous high-frequency reciprocating movements, ensuring long-lasting reliability of the protective structure.
The bellows cover features a convenient installation design, allowing quick removal for maintenance. By simply loosening three fixing screws, the cover can be easily detached, providing convenient access for inspection, lubrication, or repair of internal transmission components such as guide rails and ball screws. After maintenance, the cover can be reinstalled and secured by tightening the screws, restoring full protective functionality.

Limit bumpers for tailstock axis of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Limit bumpers for loading device of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Limit Protection System

The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a bus-controlled system and bus-type absolute servo motors, which virtually eliminate the risk of overtravel on its linear axes. However, for certain special axes, such as the loading device axis and the tailstock axis that moves along the machine bed, manual control is used. Therefore, dedicated hardware limit protection devices are installed to provide additional safety protection.
The main body of the limit protection device is manufactured through integral casting using high-strength aluminum alloy, offering excellent corrosion resistance and preventing rust even in high-humidity environments. Some limit blocks are also equipped with rubber cushioning pads at the front end, which effectively absorb impact forces generated during contact and prevent damage to machine components caused by rigid collisions.
These mechanical limit protection devices form an important part of the Spire CNC Wood Lathe’s multi-layer safety protection system. They effectively prevent overtravel caused by operator errors or abnormal conditions and help avoid situations where linear axes move beyond the guide rail range. In addition, since mechanical limit structures do not rely on software control, they can provide reliable physical protection even during power-off conditions, machine commissioning, or manual operation, ensuring long-term stable and safe operation of the machine.

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Bus Servo System, Driving Every Movement with Precision

LNC servo motor for Y-axis of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

LNC servo motor for Z-axis of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

LNC servo drive of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

LNC (Taiwan) Servo System for Linear Axis

The X, Y, Z, and B axes of this 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe are all driven by LNC bus-type absolute servo motors. The X-axis (longitudinal axis) and Y-axis (tool feeding axis) are equipped with 1500W servo motors, the Z-axis (4-station machining head lifting axis) is equipped with a 2300W servo motor, and the B-axis (four-station angular head rotary axis) is equipped with a 750W servo motor. The high-performance LNC servo system enables deep integration between the CNC control system and drive units. With high-speed response, high-precision position feedback, and multi-axis synchronous control capabilities, it ensures smooth operation and accurate toolpath control during 5-axis simultaneous machining.
The output end of the X-axis servo motor is additionally connected to a SHIMPO planetary gear reducer from Japan. Since the X-axis features a long travel distance and needs to support both the workpiece and machining tool assembly, it is subjected to significant loads during operation. The planetary reducer effectively increases output torque and reduces the impact of heavy loads on the servo system, allowing the X-axis to maintain stable motion performance during high-speed movement and precise positioning. In addition, the reducer also helps suppress vibration, further improving the overall operating stability of the machine.
The Z-axis servo motor adopts a high-power 2300W configuration, providing sufficient driving force for the vertical movement of the 5-axis 4-station machining head. This servo motor is also equipped with an electromagnetic brake. When the machine is powered off or stops operating, the brake automatically locks the motor shaft to prevent the Z-axis from descending due to gravity, enhancing operational safety and reliability.

VEICHI 7.5kW servo motor for drive spindle of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

VEICHI 7.5kW servo drive for drive spindle of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

VEICHI 7.5kW Servo System for Drive Spindle

The main spindle of this 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is driven by a 7.5kW VEICHI SD500 spindle servo system. The VEICHI SD500 adopts full closed-loop vector control technology and is equipped with dual encoder interfaces as standard, enabling precise control of spindle speed, position, and torque. The system supports high-precision position control with positioning accuracy of up to ±1 pulse and a speed control range of up to 1:1000, ensuring stable spindle performance during high-speed rotation, low-speed machining, and precise positioning operations.
The SD500 features excellent dynamic response performance, with a torque response time of less than 10ms, and supports 200% rated current overload capacity for up to 20 seconds, allowing it to quickly respond to load fluctuations during machining. Its high torque output characteristics at low speeds ensure stable operation of the CNC wood lathe during heavy cutting and variable-load machining conditions, providing sufficient power for complex woodworking applications.
The SD500 supports a wide speed range from 0 to 6000 rpm and features parameter self-learning and automatic tuning functions. Based on motor parameters, encoder feedback, and load characteristics, the system can automatically optimize control performance, reducing commissioning difficulty and improving operational reliability. Meanwhile, its comprehensive protection functions effectively minimize the impact of overload, overcurrent, and other abnormal conditions on the equipment, making it fully capable of meeting the high stability requirements of five-axis CNC wood lathe applications.

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Smart Control, 5-Axis CNC System That Works Your Way

LNC M8260RD CNC system for Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Electrical cabinet for Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Industrial control host for Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Motion control card for Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

LNC (Taiwan) M8260RD CNC System

The CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a customized LNC M8260RD CNC control system. Based on an industrial computer architecture, the system delivers powerful data processing capability and excellent expandability. It supports 5-axis simultaneous machining and integrates RTCP (Rotational Tool Center Point) functionality, enabling precise coordination among multiple axes to meet the demanding requirements of complex surface machining and irregular-shaped workpieces. Meanwhile, the system adopts high-speed bus communication technology to enable real-time data exchange between the CNC controller and servo units, ensuring accurate synchronization of each motion axis while improving stability and response speed during 5-axis machining. The bus-based control architecture reduces traditional wiring connections, enhances system integration and reliability, and provides greater flexibility for future functional expansion and intelligent upgrades.
The system is equipped with a 19-inch LCD display and adopts a keyboard-and-mouse operating method. The interface layout is clear, and the operating logic is similar to that of a standard PC, allowing operators to easily complete parameter settings, program loading, and machine control through an intuitive graphical interface. This significantly reduces the learning curve and improves production efficiency. In addition, the M8260RD supports multi-language switching, meeting the usage requirements of customers in different regions and providing a more user-friendly operating experience for global users.
The integrated control panel includes voltage and current monitoring meters, start/emergency stop buttons, a dedicated sanding wheel start button, and USB ports. Operators can monitor the electrical status of the machine in real time and conveniently perform machine start/stop operations and machining controls through the physical buttons. The USB interface supports connection with external devices and allows program and data transfer via USB drives. This user-oriented control design further enhances operational convenience and daily working efficiency.

Wireless Keyboard / Mouse

The wireless keyboard and mouse eliminate the limitations of traditional cables, creating a cleaner operating environment while allowing operators to freely adjust the control position according to actual requirements. Compared with conventional CNC panels equipped with numerous fixed buttons and knobs, the keyboard-and-mouse operation method is closer to standard PC usage. Operators can intuitively complete operations such as parameter settings and program loading through simple clicks, effectively reducing the learning difficulty of machine operation.
The system adopts 2.4GHz wireless communication technology and connects to the machine through a dedicated wireless receiver, eliminating the need for additional data cables. This design reduces the risk of signal interference caused by cable transmission in complex electromagnetic environments, ensuring more stable and reliable operation. Meanwhile, the wireless design avoids issues such as cable tangling, wear, and loose connectors, improving long-term usability and convenience.
Compared with Bluetooth connectivity, 2.4GHz wireless communication uses a dedicated wireless channel, offering faster response speed and higher connection stability. It ensures a reliable connection between the keyboard/mouse and the CNC control system, meeting the requirements for highly reliable operation during long-term industrial equipment use.

5-axis MPG for Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

5-Axis Pulse Handwheel (MPG)

This CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a dedicated 5-axis pulse handwheel, which is mainly used for manual fine adjustment of each motion axis coordinate during machining. It provides a more flexible control method for machine setup, commissioning, and daily operation. Operators can quickly perform operations such as tool setting, test cutting, program path verification, and machining position adjustment through the handwheel, significantly improving machine commissioning efficiency. The handwheel supports independent axis selection for X, Y, Z, A, and B axes, and features feed rate override adjustment and manual jog feed functions, enabling precise position control according to actual machining requirements.
The handwheel features a high-strength engineering plastic housing with excellent flame-retardant and water-resistant properties, allowing it to withstand the complex conditions commonly found in woodworking environments, including dust and wood chips. It is equipped with a torsion-resistant connector and a highly flexible coiled cable, providing excellent fatigue resistance and effectively reducing cable damage caused by long-term stretching and bending, thereby extending service life. In addition, the internal cable adopts a shielding layer design to minimize the impact of external electromagnetic interference on signal transmission, ensuring stable and reliable handwheel operation.
To improve daily usability, a powerful magnet is installed on the back of the handwheel, along with a large-size hook, allowing operators to attach or hang it on any suitable metal panel position of the machine according to actual needs. This design enables quick access while preventing accidental loss or damage caused by improper placement. The axis selection buttons feature laser-etched markings produced through a corrosion engraving process, providing excellent wear resistance. Even after long-term use, the labels remain clear and easy to identify, further enhancing the overall operating experience.

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Top-Tier Electrical Components, Ensuring Exceptional CNC Wood Lathe Reliability

Hpmont Variable-Frequency Drive
Schneider Electrical Components
Interlock and Short-Circuit Protection Switch
Solenoid Valve System
SMC Air Combination
Fully Enclosed Cable Carrier
High-Quality Terminal Blocks

Hpmont Variable-Frequency Drive
- This machine adopts an 11kW Hpmont HD3N VFD to control the spindle speed and torque, providing sufficient power margin for the 7.5kW driven spindle. This configuration is necessary because the 4-station machining head of the CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe adopts a dual-spindle structure, with each spindle equipped with two machining tools. Compared with conventional CNC lathes, this design requires higher machining power and greater load stability. In addition, the additional power capacity effectively handles instantaneous load fluctuations during machining, further improving overall operating stability.
- The VFD adopts high-performance Sensorless Vector Control (SVC) technology, enabling precise control of motor speed and output torque. It provides speed control accuracy of up to ±0.5%, a maximum speed regulation range of 1:100, and a starting torque output capability of 180% rated torque at 0.5Hz, delivering continuous and reliable spindle drive performance for woodworking applications.
- The VFD features a compact structural design, effectively reducing electrical cabinet space requirements compared with conventional general-purpose VFDs. Meanwhile, the HD3N series integrates practical functions including a simple PLC, PID regulation, multi-speed control, and a built-in braking unit, meeting the control requirements of CNC wood lathes throughout different machining stages. In addition, it supports the Modbus RTU communication protocol, enabling data exchange with the machine control system and improving overall automation and system integration capabilities.
Schneider Electrical Components

The Spire CNC Wood Lathe extensively incorporates Schneider Electric components. CATEKCNC selects high-quality brands for every detail, even for internal components rarely visible to users, ensuring long-term operational reliability and consistent performance.
- Circuit Breaker: Used to connect and disconnect the main power supply. It automatically interrupts the circuit in the event of short circuits, overloads, or other abnormal conditions, protecting the machine and electrical components from damage.
- AC Contactor: Used for remote control of high-power circuits, enabling automatic start/stop control of load devices such as motors and spindles.
- Relay: Used to convert, amplify, or isolate control signals, allowing low-voltage control circuits to safely operate high-power equipment while improving system reliability.
- Control Button: Used to send operation commands such as start and stop signals to the control system, enabling convenient human-machine interaction.
- Surge Protection Device (SPD): Used to absorb transient overvoltage surges in the power grid, preventing internal components from being damaged by surge events caused by lightning strikes, electrical switching, or other disturbances.
- Phase Sequence Protection Relay: Used to detect three-phase power phase sequence and phase-loss conditions, preventing motor reverse rotation or equipment failures caused by abnormal power supply conditions.
- 24V Power Supply: Used to convert AC power into stable 24V DC power, providing a reliable power source for low-voltage components such as the control system, sensors, and relays.
Interlock and Short-Circuit Protection Switch
- All CATEKCNC Spire CNC Wood Lathes are equipped with strict electrical safety protection measures. The electrical cabinet is fitted with a door interlock protection system, which links the cabinet door lock with the internal circuit breaker through a rotary handle mechanism. When the electrical cabinet door is opened, the interlock system automatically triggers the circuit breaker to disconnect the power supply, preventing operators from performing maintenance or inspection while the system is energized. Once the cabinet door is closed and locked, power can be restored, effectively preventing accidental operation and improving overall electrical safety. The handle complies with the IEC 60529 IP40 protection rating, ensuring reliable operation even in harsh woodworking environments with high levels of dust.
- The interlock system is connected to a Schneider NSX100N circuit breaker, which features excellent ultimate short-circuit breaking capacity (Icu). Under the 380–440V AC industrial power supply conditions commonly used for CNC wood lathes, its Icu can reach up to 50kA. In the event of phase-to-phase short circuits or severe electrical faults within the workshop, the circuit breaker can quickly interrupt the fault current, effectively protecting the machine’s electrical system. In addition, the circuit breaker complies with relevant standards such as IEC/EN 60947-2, meeting the electrical safety and reliability requirements of industrial equipment in different regions.
- During long-term operation of industrial equipment, the mechanical and electrical service life of circuit breakers directly affects system reliability. According to Schneider’s official test data, the NSX series circuit breaker can achieve an electrical endurance of up to 20,000 operations and a mechanical endurance of up to 50,000 operations under 440V rated voltage and rated current conditions. This performance far exceeds the actual service cycle requirements of ordinary industrial equipment, providing long-term stable and reliable electrical protection for CNC wood lathes.
High-Quality Solenoid Valve System
- In the 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe, solenoid valves are mainly used to control the movement of various pneumatic cylinders. These cylinders are integrated into multiple functional units of the machine, including tailstock locking and clamping, pneumatic tool switching, and automatic loading/unloading systems. Through unified electrical control logic, multiple actuators can achieve coordinated operation and orderly switching, ensuring that each functional module performs stably and reliably according to preset programs.
- The machine adopts high-quality solenoid valves with aluminum alloy valve bodies, offering excellent corrosion resistance and preventing rust even during long-term operation. Both the external surfaces and internal flow channels of the valve body undergo precision polishing, effectively reducing airflow resistance while improving pneumatic response speed and control sensitivity.
- The air inlet is equipped with a filtration device to effectively block impurities and contaminants in the compressed air, preventing foreign particles from entering the valve body. The internal structure adopts a multi-stage sealing design, providing excellent airtightness and operational stability. This ensures long-term and reliable pneumatic cylinder control performance for the CNC Wood Lathe.
SMC Air Combination (Water-Oil Separator)
- The water-oil separator is used to provide clean and stable compressed air for pneumatic components such as cylinders and solenoid valves. The Spire Series CNC Wood Lathe adopts the SMC AW20-02-B filter regulator, which integrates an air filter and pressure regulator into a single unit. This integrated design reduces the number of pneumatic connection points, saves installation space, and effectively minimizes the risk of air leakage. Equipped with a high-precision 5μm filter element, it can efficiently remove moisture, oil mist, and solid particles from compressed air, providing clean air supply for pneumatic components and extending the service life of the entire pneumatic system.
- The water-oil separator adopts a compact modular design, allowing convenient integration with other air treatment components while reducing piping length and improving overall system integration. Meanwhile, it features a relief-type pressure adjustment structure, providing fast and responsive pressure regulation. The unit is also equipped with a transparent filter bowl, pressure gauge, and drainage mechanism, allowing operators to monitor air pressure, check filtration status, and drain accumulated water in a timely manner. This significantly reduces daily maintenance difficulty and provides reliable support for the long-term stable operation of the CNC wood lathe.
- The maximum working pressure of this water-oil separator reaches 1.0MPa, with an adjustable pressure range of 0.05–0.85MPa. It can provide stable working pressure for various pneumatic actuators under different operating conditions. Whether for tailstock clamping, pneumatic tool switching, or automatic loading and unloading systems, all pneumatic functions can receive a stable and reliable air supply, improving the consistency of actuator movements and enhancing the overall reliability of the machine.
Fully Enclosed Cable Carrier
- The main exposed electrical cables, oil lines, and air hoses of this CNC wood lathe are protected by cable carriers. The cable carriers move synchronously with each motion axis without interfering with machine movement. By providing centralized protection for cables and pipelines, the drag chains effectively prevent friction, pulling, twisting, and entanglement during operation, while reducing the impact of dust and other contaminants on the lines. This improves the reliability and stability of both the electrical and transmission systems. In addition, the cable carrier contributes to a cleaner and more organized overall machine layout.
- The cable carrier body is manufactured from flame-retardant reinforced nylon material using a high-pressure injection molding process, offering excellent wear resistance, impact resistance, and environmental durability. The chain links adopt a pin-type connection structure, ensuring low-noise operation without the need for additional lubrication maintenance.
- The individual chain links can be independently disassembled, allowing maintenance personnel to quickly access specific sections for cable inspection or replacement without removing all cables from the drag chain. This design greatly simplifies maintenance procedures and troubleshooting processes, improving service efficiency during long-term machine operation.
High-Quality Terminal Blocks
- The Spire CNC Wood Lathe follows the philosophy of precision manufacturing and pays attention to every detail. Even seemingly minor components inside the electrical cabinet, such as terminal blocks, are carefully selected from high-quality products. Stable and reliable electrical connections are the foundation for long-term machine operation. Every connection point directly affects equipment safety, operational stability, and future maintenance efficiency. Therefore, CATEKCNC maintains strict standards in both component selection and assembly processes.
- The terminal blocks adopted by the machine use screw-clamping connections, providing secure and reliable electrical contact while effectively preventing connection loosening caused by long-term machine vibration. The terminal screws are zinc-plated for enhanced corrosion resistance. Internal conductive components are made of thickened brass with nickel plating, offering excellent electrical conductivity and oxidation resistance, with a maximum rated current capacity of up to 100A. The terminal housing is manufactured from flame-retardant bakelite material, providing excellent insulation performance and mechanical strength. A transparent protective cover is also included to prevent accidental contact while allowing operators to quickly inspect wiring conditions.
- All cables inside the electrical cabinet are routed according to standardized wiring procedures, ensuring a neat and organized layout while minimizing cable crossing and tangling. Each cable is clearly labeled at both ends, with identification corresponding directly to the electrical schematics, making future troubleshooting, maintenance, and electrical modifications more efficient. This standardized wiring process not only enhances the professional appearance of the machine but also further improves overall reliability and maintenance efficiency.

Automatic Tool Calibration, Making Complex Machining Effortless

Automatic Tool Setter

The Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with an automatic tool setter, which is designed for rapid tool calibration after users replace spindle tools. The automatic tool setter can automatically detect tool length and generate corresponding tool compensation values based on the measurement results. Compared with traditional manual tool setting methods, automatic tool measurement significantly reduces setup time while improving tool calibration accuracy.
The automatic tool setter adopts a superhard alloy contact surface for tool measurement, with a hardness exceeding 90 HRA. The contact point provides a service life of more than 3 million cycles, meeting the requirements of long-term and high-frequency machining operations. Meanwhile, the sealed structure is designed according to the IP67 protection rating, providing excellent resistance against dust, oil, and wood chips, allowing reliable operation in demanding woodworking environments.
In addition, the automatic tool setter features a self-cleaning function. Before each tool measurement process, the system uses high-pressure airflow to automatically clean the surface of the tool setter and the tool tip, removing accumulated dust and wood chips. This prevents contaminants from affecting measurement results and further ensures consistent and accurate tool calibration.

From Loading to Unloading, Complete Automation at Every Step

Hopper of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Feeding mechanism for loading system of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Residual material sensing device of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Automatic Loading System

To achieve automated continuous machining, the Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with an automatic loading system. The system consists of two main parts: a material hopper and a feeding mechanism. The material hopper is used for storing raw materials, while the feeding mechanism automatically transfers workpieces into the lathe machining center.
The main frame of the material hopper is manufactured from a single steel tube using a hot bending process, forming an integrated structure without any welded joints. This design provides excellent structural strength and dimensional stability. The hopper can store 20 wooden bars with a cross-sectional side length of 50mm. The materials rely on gravity to fall into the feeding mechanism one by one, enabling continuous material supply. The material hopper is also equipped with a residual material detection system, which uses infrared sensors to monitor the remaining material level in real time. When the material supply becomes insufficient, the system automatically stops machine operation and issues an alarm, preventing unnecessary energy consumption caused by idle running while reducing safety risks associated with insufficient material supply.
The feeding mechanism adopts a pneumatic four-bar linkage structure, which automatically delivers wooden bars accurately into the lathe machining center. The tailstock then automatically clamps the workpiece, completing the entire loading process without manual intervention. Before starting production, operators only need to make simple adjustments to the feeding mechanism and material hopper according to the workpiece diameter and length, after which fully automatic batch machining can begin. The system enables automatic loading, automatic centering, and continuous machining of wooden bars with identical specifications. It is particularly suitable for mass production of wooden components such as Roman columns, stair balusters, table legs, chair legs, sofa legs, and baseball bats. By reducing manual intervention, the system significantly improves production efficiency while ensuring consistent machining quality and stability.

Unloading chute of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Unloader of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Collision protection rubber strip of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Automatic Unloading System

The automatic unloading system consists of an unloading device and an unloading chute. After machining is completed, the pneumatic clamping mechanism of the tailstock automatically releases the workpiece, allowing it to fall naturally under gravity. Meanwhile, the pneumatic unloading device quickly extends to assist the workpiece in leaving the machining area, preventing it from remaining between the drive spindle and tailstock. The workpiece is then accurately guided into the unloading chute and automatically transported to the front of the machine, allowing operators to conveniently collect finished products in a centralized manner. This prevents workpieces from being scattered and improves production efficiency and workshop organization.
The entire unloading path, including the machine bed and unloading chute, is equipped with multiple low-friction rubber cushioning strips. These strips effectively absorb impact energy generated during workpiece dropping, preventing direct contact between the workpiece and metal surfaces and minimizing surface defects such as dents and scratches. This protects the surface quality of finished products. Meanwhile, the cushioning strips also provide additional guidance, allowing workpieces to move smoothly along the designated path and further improving unloading stability and reliability.
The inclination angle of the unloading chute has been optimized to fully utilize gravity for smooth workpiece transportation. This prevents excessive sliding speed caused by an overly steep angle or workpiece retention caused by insufficient inclination.

Automatic Lubrication, Set It, and Forget It

Large-Capacity Automatic Lubrication System

The Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a professional centralized automatic lubrication system consisting of a lubrication oil reservoir, oil distributor, and lubrication pipelines. Operators can set the lubrication duration and interval according to actual machine operating conditions. The oil reservoir automatically pumps lubricant to the oil distributor according to the preset program, and the distributor then evenly distributes the oil to each branch lubrication line. The lubricant is finally delivered to critical transmission components such as ball screws and guide rail sliders, achieving automatic and precise lubrication to ensure that the transmission system remains in optimal operating condition.
The lubrication reservoir features a large-capacity 1.5L design, significantly extending the oil refill cycle and reducing the frequency of manual lubricant replenishment. The transparent oil reservoir, combined with an oil pressure gauge, allows operators to easily monitor lubricant level and system operating status in real time. When the lubricant level becomes too low, the system automatically issues an alarm notification, reminding operators to refill the lubricant in time and preventing performance degradation or reduced service life of transmission components caused by insufficient lubrication.
Since the Spire CNC Wood Lathe adopts a fully enclosed protective cover design, critical lubrication points such as ball screws and guide rails are not easily accessible. Traditional manual lubrication methods are therefore inconvenient and may result in uneven lubrication or missed lubrication points. The centralized automatic lubrication system performs scheduled and quantitative lubrication according to preset parameters, significantly reducing manual maintenance requirements while ensuring that each lubrication point receives sufficient and uniform lubrication. This effectively minimizes wear on transmission components, extends machine service life, and maintains machining accuracy and operational stability over long-term operation.

Automatic lubrication system of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Attention to Every Detail, Including the Dust Collection System

7.5kW Pulse Cyclone Dust Collector

During continuous operation of a CNC Wood Lathe, the cutting process generates not only fine dust particles but also large amounts of spiral-shaped wood chips and resin-contaminated debris. These materials place extremely high demands on the internal structure and negative pressure performance of the dust collector. This system is equipped with a 7.5kW high-performance motor and a customized high-static-pressure impeller, delivering a maximum airflow of up to 7,325 m³/h. It ensures that the airflow velocity at each dust extraction port remains consistently above 20 m/s. The core system adopts dual-vortex separation technology, optimizing the cyclone airflow structure to efficiently separate and collect large wood chips and fine dust particles.
Woodworking dust can easily clog filter cartridges, causing a significant reduction in suction performance in conventional dust collectors. To overcome this issue, the system is equipped with an automatic high-pressure pulse jet cleaning system. By releasing high-pressure air pulses instantaneously, the system performs reverse air cleaning on the filter cartridges, causing fine dust attached to the outer surface of the filters to detach and fall into the collection bin below. Even during long-duration, high-intensity machining operations, the system can maintain optimal suction performance without requiring frequent manual cleaning or intervention.
The entire dust collector features a heavy-duty steel frame structure with high load-bearing capacity and is equipped with heavy-duty caster wheels, allowing flexible movement between different workstations. This design makes routine maintenance and dust bin cleaning more convenient. In addition, the number and size of air inlets can be customized according to actual requirements. With operating noise strictly controlled at ≤75 dB(A), the system provides powerful dust extraction performance while creating a more comfortable working environment for operators.

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Every Spire CNC Wood Lathe is assigned a unique equipment serial number, permanently engraved on the machine nameplate. Each serial number corresponds to one individual machine, a complete manufacturing record, and a dedicated after-sales service history. It serves not only as the machine’s unique identity throughout its entire lifecycle but also as a symbol of Spire’s quality commitment and precision manufacturing craftsmanship, documenting the continuous evolution of the Spire Series.
Standardized operation and maintenance labels are placed in highly visible areas of every Spire CNC Wood Lathe. These labels cover safety precautions, operating instructions, and daily maintenance guidelines, helping operators use and maintain the machine according to consistent and standardized procedures. This not only reduces the risk of failures caused by improper operation but also encourages proper maintenance practices, further improving operational safety and extending the service life of the entire machine.
The Spire Series has established an exclusive after-sales service system that exceeds the standards of ordinary products, providing each customer with a dedicated one-to-one technical support team. From machine installation and commissioning to operator training, troubleshooting, and maintenance services, we provide fast and professional technical support to help customers restore production as quickly as possible. In addition, Spire users enjoy lifetime free software upgrades and technical guidance, continuously receiving the latest functional improvements and operational support. Choosing Spire means not only owning a high-performance CNC Wood Lathe, but also receiving professional technical support and attentive service throughout the entire machine lifecycle.

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Spire Series Complete Documentation Kit

Every Spire CNC Wood Lathe comes with a complete set of technical documentation, including a product certificate, warranty documents, quick start guide, and user manual. These documents provide systematic technical support for machine installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and after-sales service. A comprehensive documentation system helps users quickly understand machine operation while providing reliable references for full lifecycle equipment management.
The product certificate serves as an important document for product identification and quality traceability. The warranty documents provide detailed information regarding warranty coverage, service duration, and after-sales policies, offering users clear and standardized service protection while ensuring they fully understand their service rights and benefits.
Inspired by the documentation experience of high-end consumer electronics products, CATEKCNC has taken the lead in introducing a dedicated Quick Start Guide for CNC Wood Lathes. With concise content and a clear structure, the guide covers equipment inspection after delivery, installation procedures, production preparation steps, and common troubleshooting methods. It helps operators complete machine setup and begin production in the shortest possible time, significantly reducing the preparation cycle from unpacking to actual machining.
The user manual serves as the core document within the complete documentation package. It provides comprehensive and systematic explanations of the machine structure, functional configuration, installation and commissioning procedures, operation methods, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting processes. With detailed structural diagrams, electrical schematics, and pneumatic diagrams, the manual provides complete and professional technical references for operators, maintenance engineers, and technical teams.

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Machining tool set of Spire 1530 5-axis CNC wood lathe

Free Accessory Kit for Diverse Machining Needs

The Spire Series always focuses on every detail from the user’s perspective. Each Spire CNC Wood Lathe is delivered with a high-quality tool kit containing commonly used tools and accessories required for machine installation, commissioning, and machining. This allows users to complete basic setup immediately after unpacking and quickly put the machine into production.
The tool kit adopts a three-layer compartment design, with each layer equipped with high-density cushioning foam. This structure securely holds all tools and accessories in place, effectively preventing damage caused by collision or vibration during transportation.
The first layer contains various dedicated wrenches used for the installation and removal of components such as the lathe center and machining spindle. The second layer includes commonly used machining tools, including internal boring tools, V-shaped turning tools, radius milling cutters, double-edge milling cutters, engraving cutters, and three sets of sanding paper. It also provides spare components such as limit switches and air nozzles, allowing users to quickly replace consumable parts and minimize downtime caused by component wear. The third layer is equipped with a wireless keyboard and mouse, screwdriver set, spare relays, and a USB drive containing electronic manuals and technical documents, providing comprehensive support for machine commissioning, maintenance, and daily operation.
Is this enough? At CATEKCNC, we believe it is still far from enough. In addition to the extensive configuration inside the tool kit, we also provide a 24-piece ER collet set and a 35-piece spindle tool set as complimentary accessories. Users no longer need to spend time searching for suppliers, comparing specifications, or purchasing additional tooling. Once the machine arrives at the factory, it can be immediately prepared for machining. All of these tools and accessories are provided free of charge with the Spire Series, truly achieving “unbox and start production”—allowing customers to focus more time on creating value rather than preparing equipment and tooling.

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1. What Is a 5-Axis Simultaneous CNC Wood Lathe?

A 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe, as its name suggests, is an advanced CNC woodworking machine equipped with five motion axes and capable of achieving multi-axis coordinated movement through a CNC control system.
In traditional 3-axis CNC Wood Lathes, the drive spindle is mainly responsible for rotating the workpiece at high speed, while turning tools installed at both ends of the machine remove material through linear feed movements. These machines are primarily designed for turning operations, processing wood into rotational workpieces with circular cross-sections. Typical applications include Roman columns, stair balusters, table and chair legs, baseball bats, softball bats, candlesticks, and other products with cylindrical shapes or simple curved profiles. In addition, by changing the clamping method and installing a suitable chuck, the machine can also perform end-face machining, making it suitable for producing products such as wooden bowls, Russian nesting dolls, and pen holders.
A 4-axis CNC Wood Lathe introduces an additional multifunctional machining spindle, enabling various processes such as carving, drilling, milling, and planing by changing different types of cutting tools. Meanwhile, the drive spindle is upgraded to a servo-driven spindle system, which not only supports high-speed continuous rotation but also enables precise indexing rotation for accurate workpiece positioning. This allows the machining spindle to perform detailed operations at specific positions on the workpiece. Compared with traditional 3-axis lathes, 4-axis CNC Wood Lathes offer significantly expanded machining capabilities and can complete more complex processes, including groove machining, drilling, and engraving. For example, decorative grooves and fine textures can be machined on stair balusters, while precision drilling operations can be performed on wooden products such as musical instruments.
In a 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe, an additional B-axis is introduced, allowing the machining spindle to rotate at different angles and adjust tool orientation according to machining requirements. Through coordinated movement between the B-axis and other motion axes, the tool can approach the workpiece from an optimal angle, enabling high-precision machining of complex curved surfaces, angled holes, and three-dimensional structures. Five-axis simultaneous machining greatly expands the machine’s spatial machining flexibility, allowing it to produce complex shapes that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional three-axis and four-axis equipment. Typical applications include complex chair components, irregularly shaped table legs, gun stocks, and other precision wooden parts.
2. What Is 5-Axis RTCP?

RTCP (Rotated Tool Center Point) is one of the key functions of a five-axis CNC Wood Lathe. It is designed to solve the problem of tool center point displacement caused by rotary axis movement during five-axis machining. During five-axis operations, when the tool changes its machining angle through A/B-axis rotation, the tool tip position shifts due to the rotary movement. The RTCP function automatically calculates and compensates for X, Y, and Z-axis movements based on tool length, rotary angle, and spatial position changes, ensuring that the tool center point always remains aligned with the programmed machining path.
For conventional five-axis machines without RTCP functionality, operators must manually adjust machining coordinates according to different tool orientations, making programming more complicated and increasing the possibility of errors. With RTCP enabled, users only need to define the machining path based on the workpiece model. The CNC system automatically performs coordinate transformation and position compensation, making five-axis simultaneous machining more accurate and smoother while significantly reducing the programming difficulty of complex machining operations.
3. Is a 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe Difficult to Operate?

Not at all. Thanks to its intelligent control system and automated features, the CATEKCNC 5-axis CNC wood lathe is even easier to operate than many traditional 3-axis CNC wood lathes, the machine is pre-configured with basic tool compensation parameters, eliminating the need for complicated manual tool setting procedures. If tools need to be replaced later, the machine is equipped with an automatic tool setter that can automatically detect tool length and complete tool compensation, ensuring machining accuracy while improving tool change efficiency and reducing manual adjustment requirements.
In addition, the machine supports professional post-processing software. Users only need to import the machining drawings, and the system can automatically generate the corresponding CNC programs without manual programming or the need to manage complex relationships between multiple axes. Operators can focus on product design and machining results, while the machine automatically handles complex toolpath planning and coordinate transformations, making five-axis machining simpler, more efficient, and more accessible.
4. What Machining Functions Can a 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe Perform?

1. Turning of rotary workpieces
The 5-axis CNC wood lathe drives the workpiece to rotate at high speed through the drive spindle, while turning tools perform operations such as external turning, internal boring, taper turning, contour forming, and end-face machining. It is suitable for a wide range of wood products with rotational symmetry. Typical applications include: Roman columns, stair balusters, handrails, table and chair legs, sofa legs, decorative furniture columns, baseball bats, softball bats, wooden handles, candlesticks, vases, wooden bowls, Russian nesting dolls, pen holders, and more.
2. Machining of complex surfaces and irregular structures
The 5-axis simultaneous machining capability allows the spindle to adjust its cutting angle in real time according to the workpiece geometry, enabling the tool to approach the workpiece from multiple directions and perform complex spatial operations that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional 3-axis or 4-axis machines. Capabilities include: complex surface milling, 3D relief carving, irregular contour forming, multi-angle bevel machining, and spatial structure trimming. Typical applications include: intricately shaped chair armrests, Queen Anne legs, Chippendale legs, animal-style furniture legs, sculptures and artistic woodwork, and architectural decorative components.
3. Multi-process combined machining
Equipped with a 5-axis 4-station machining head, the machine can hold multiple types of tools and automatically switch between them according to processing requirements, enabling continuous multi-process production. Capabilities include:
Drilling: for connecting holes, decorative holes, and musical instrument finger holes;
Grooving: for decorative textures and structural slots;
Milling: for flat surfaces, curved surfaces, and contouring;
Engraving: for patterns, text, and relief work;
Planing: for surface finishing and profile shaping.
5. How Is the CNC Wood Lathe Shipped?

To ensure the machine remains in excellent condition during long-distance transportation, CATEKCNC CNC Wood Lathes undergo professional packaging and protective treatment before shipment.
Before shipping, the machine is partially disassembled according to transportation requirements. For example, components such as the automatic loading rack need to be removed. All disconnected parts, including air hoses, cables, and connectors, are labeled with corresponding identification numbers, allowing customers to quickly complete installation and reconnection after receiving the machine.
For packaging, the main machine body is protected with multiple layers of waterproof film and impact-resistant foam, then enclosed in an export-standard fumigation-free wooden crate. This provides effective protection against moisture, impact, and compression during transportation. In addition, key motion components such as guide rails and racks are coated with anti-rust oil before shipment to prevent corrosion caused by environmental changes during long-distance transport, ensuring the machine can be quickly installed and put into operation after arrival.
6. Why Choose the CATEKCNC 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe?

The CATEKCNC Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe features a high-rigidity machine structure, high-precision servo drive system, and advanced five-axis control technology with RTCP functionality. It enables high-precision machining of complex curved surfaces, irregular structures, and three-dimensional artistic designs. Meanwhile, the machine supports automatic tool switching, automatic tool setting, and automatic loading/unloading, significantly reducing manual intervention, lowering labor intensity, and improving machining efficiency and production consistency.
With more than 20 years of experience in CNC woodworking equipment R&D, manufacturing, sales, and OEM services in China, CATEKCNC has accumulated extensive industry application knowledge and manufacturing expertise. We understand the practical challenges faced by users with different levels of 5-axis machining experience. Therefore, the Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathe is equipped with a “program-free machining” function. Users only need to import the design drawings, and the system can automatically complete toolpath conversion and CNC code generation. No complex manual programming or advanced knowledge of multi-axis motion relationships is required, allowing even users without extensive 5-axis programming experience to quickly produce high-value wooden products.
In addition, CATEKCNC Spire 5-axis CNC Wood Lathes come with a five-year warranty and a dedicated one-to-one after-sales service team, providing comprehensive support from machine installation and commissioning to operator training and long-term technical assistance. From the day you place your order, we remain committed to supporting your production process, ensuring long-term stable machine operation and helping your business continue to grow.

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2026-08-13 09:07:54

Technical Parameters

Series	CATEK · Spire
Model	CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS
Machining Capacity	1500300mm (lengthdiameter)
Bed	Heavy-duty integrally cast parallel twin bed base, independent anti-interference control cabinet
Turning Tool	Dual turning tools (switchable use)
Machining Spindle	5-axis 4-station machining head
Machining Spindle Speed	Max speed 18000RPM
B-Axis Motor	LNC 750W bus-type absolute servo motor
Sanding Unit	23050mm (diameterwidth)
Sanding Unit Motor	1.1KW servo motor
Sanding Motor Speed	Max speed 6000RPM
Variable Frequency Drive	Hpmont 11KW VFD
Tool Holder Type	ER40 φ26mm
Tool Setting Method	Automatic tool setter with blowing
Drive Spindle	High-speed continuous rotation + indexing rotation
Drive Spindle Motor	VEICHI 7.5kW servo motor
Drive Spindle Speed	Max speed 6000RPM
Headstock Center	M55*2
Tailstock Center	MT5
Linear Axis Motor	X-axis: LNC 1500W bus-type absolute servo motor
	Y-axis: LNC 1500W bus-type absolute servo motor
	Z-axis: LNC 2300W bus-type absolute servo motor (with brake)
Reducer	Japan Shimpo planetary gear reducer
Transmission Method	YZ-axis high-precision ground TBI ball screw + X-axis high-precision ground helical rack and pinion
Guideways	Taiwan HIWIN high-precision linear guidways
Loading and Unloading	Heavy-duty four-linked loading and unloading device
Cables	Pure copper high-flexibility bend-resistant cables
Cable Carrier	Fully enclosed reinforced cable carrier
Electrical Components	Schneider surge protector / phase sequence protector / AC contactor / 24V power supply / relay
Control System	LNC M8260RD CNC system
Handwheel	5-axis pulse electronic handwheel
Keyboard and Mouse	2.4GHz wireless keyboard and mouse
Lubrication System	Centralized lubrication oil maintenance system
Safety System	Omron limit switch
Working Voltage	AC380V
Positioning Accuracy	±0.05mm
Repeat Positioning Accuracy	±0.02mm
Max. Movement Speed	80,000mm/min
Max. Processing Speed	18,000mm/min
Dimensions	400022502200mm
Weight	2500kg

* These parameters are specific to this CK-1530-LSP-5AXIS unit; configurations can be customized to meet specific requirements.

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CATEK · Spire

1530 5-Axis Multifunctional CNC Wood Lathe

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CATEK · Spire

5-Axis Simultaneous Machining, Redefining the Boundaries of Wood Craftsmanship

Core Advantages of Spire 1530 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe: Four Dimensions to Reshape the Standards of High-Efficiency Production

Choosing the Spire 1530 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe means choosing

Dual-Row Heavy-Duty Bed Structure, Delivering Unmatched Stability

Heavy-Duty Cast Iron Double-Row Bed Structure

High-Strength Leveling Feet

High-Strength Cast Iron Headstock and Tailstock

Headstock Center (Drive Center)

Tailstock Center (Revolving Center)

Steady Rest Support System

5-Axis Machining, Seamless Multi-Tool Switching - Turning Inspiration into Reality

Dual Turning Tool Station

End-Face Machining Combination

5-Axis 4-Station Machining Head

Automatic Sanding Unit

Dual Turning Tool Station

End-Face Machining Combination

5-Axis 4-Station Machining Head

Automatic Sanding Unit

Stability in Every Axis, Excellence in Every Machining

HIWIN (Taiwan) P-Level Linear Guideways

YYC (Taiwan) High-Precision Ground Helical Rack & Pinion

TBI (Taiwan) High-Precision Ground Ball Screw

Diaphragm Coupling

SHIMPO (Japan) Planetary Gear Reducers

Fully Enclosed Bellows Cover

Limit Protection System

Bus Servo System, Driving Every Movement with Precision

LNC (Taiwan) Servo System for Linear Axis

VEICHI 7.5kW Servo System for Drive Spindle

Smart Control, 5-Axis CNC System That Works Your Way

LNC (Taiwan) M8260RD CNC System

Wireless Keyboard / Mouse

5-Axis Pulse Handwheel (MPG)

Top-Tier Electrical Components, Ensuring Exceptional CNC Wood Lathe Reliability

Hpmont Variable-Frequency Drive

Schneider Electrical Components

Interlock and Short-Circuit Protection Switch

High-Quality Solenoid Valve System

SMC Air Combination (Water-Oil Separator)

Fully Enclosed Cable Carrier

High-Quality Terminal Blocks

Automatic Tool Calibration, Making Complex Machining Effortless

Automatic Tool Setter

From Loading to Unloading, Complete Automation at Every Step

Automatic Loading System

Automatic Unloading System

Automatic Lubrication, Set It, and Forget It

Large-Capacity Automatic Lubrication System

Attention to Every Detail, Including the Dust Collection System

7.5kW Pulse Cyclone Dust Collector

Behind Every Spire, We Stand Ready with Full Support

Spire Series Exclusive Machine ID & Service

Spire Series Complete Documentation Kit

Everything Ready, Start Machining Instantly

Free Accessory Kit for Diverse Machining Needs

Applicable Industries

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answer to your most common question

1. What Is a 5-Axis Simultaneous CNC Wood Lathe?

2. What Is 5-Axis RTCP?

3. Is a 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe Difficult to Operate?

4. What Machining Functions Can a 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe Perform?

5. How Is the CNC Wood Lathe Shipped?

6. Why Choose the CATEKCNC 5-Axis CNC Wood Lathe?

Technical Parameters

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