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Views: 0 Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2026-05-17 Origin: Site
Buying a CNC vertical lathe is a significant capital investment. Prices range from $25,000 for a basic single-column model to over $200,000 for a fully automated double-column machine with C-axis milling capability. Understanding what drives these price differences is critical to making the right purchase decision.
This guide provides transparent pricing, detailed specifications, and manufacturer evaluation criteria — everything you need to negotiate confidently and avoid costly mistakes.
Model | Max Turning Dia. | Max Height | Spindle Speed | Price Range (FOB) |
|-------|-----------------|-----------|---------------|-------------------|
CK5112 | 1250 mm | 1000 mm | 6–200 RPM | $28,000 – $42,000 |
CK5116 | 1600 mm | 1250 mm | 4–160 RPM | $38,000 – $55,000 |
CK5125 | 2500 mm | 1600 mm | 3–120 RPM | $65,000 – $90,000 |
CK5131 | 3150 mm | 2000 mm | 2–80 RPM | $85,000 – $120,000 |
Model | Max Turning Dia. | Max Height | Turrets | Price Range (FOB) |
|-------|-----------------|-----------|---------|-------------------|
CK5225 | 2500 mm | 1600 mm | Single | $75,000 – $105,000 |
CK5235 | 3500 mm | 2000 mm | Single | $95,000 – $140,000 |
CK5240 | 4000 mm | 2500 mm | Dual | $130,000 – $185,000 |
CK5263 | 6300 mm | 3200 mm | Dual | $180,000 – $260,000 |
Model | Max Turning Dia. | Milling Spindle | C-axis Accuracy | Price Range (FOB) |
|-------|-----------------|----------------|-----------------|-------------------|
CK5112C | 1250 mm | 24,000 RPM | ±0.005° | $55,000 – $75,000 |
CK5116C | 1600 mm | 18,000 RPM | ±0.003° | $68,000 – $95,000 |
CK5235C | 3500 mm | 12,000 RPM | ±0.003° | $145,000 – $200,000 |
GSK 980TDi (Chinese): Entry-level, reliable, lowest cost
Fanuc 0i-TF (Japanese): Industry standard, widest operator familiarity
Siemens 828D (German): Best for complex multi-axis operations
Fanuc 31i-B / Siemens 840D: High-end, multi-channel, dual-turret control
1000 mm table / 3-ton capacity: Standard
2000 mm table / 10-ton capacity: +$15,000–25,000
4000 mm table / 25-ton capacity: +$40,000–70,000
4-station electric turret: Standard
8-station hydraulic turret: +$5,000–8,000
Dual turret (double column): +$20,000–35,000
Live tooling (milling/drilling): +$8,000–15,000
Standard (0.01 mm positioning): Baseline
Precision (0.005 mm positioning): +$8,000–12,000
High-precision (0.003 mm positioning): +$15,000–25,000
Includes: laser calibration, temperature compensation, precision bearings
Steady rest: $2,000–5,000
Automatic tool setter: $3,000–6,000
Chip conveyor: $1,500–3,500
Coolant through turret: $2,000–4,000
C-axis with milling: $12,000–25,000
Gantry loader (automation): $20,000–50,000
The CK5116 is our most popular model — here are its complete specifications:
Maximum turning diameter: 1600 mm
Maximum workpiece height: 1250 mm
Maximum workpiece weight: 5000 kg
Table diameter: 1400 mm
Table speed range: 4–160 RPM
Table torque (continuous): 6300 N·m
Vertical travel: 800 mm
Horizontal travel: 950 mm
Rapid traverse: 4000 mm/min
Feed rate range: 0.1–2000 mm/min
Positioning accuracy: 0.02 mm (standard) / 0.008 mm (precision)
Repeatability: 0.01 mm / 0.005 mm
Table runout: 0.02 mm
Main motor: 30 kW (AC servo)
X-axis motor: 7.5 kW
Z-axis motor: 7.5 kW
Total connected power: approx. 55 kW
Floor space: 4200 × 3800 mm
Machine height: 4300 mm
Machine weight: 12,000 kg
1. Manufacturing History and Scale
Look for 10+ years of vertical lathe production
In-house casting foundry is a major advantage (consistent machine rigidity)
ISO 9001 certification is minimum; CE certification for European market
2. Technical Support Capability
Dedicated application engineers (not just salespeople)
Remote diagnostics capability
Spare parts availability within 72 hours
On-site service team in your region
3. Reference Customers
Ask for 3–5 customers in your industry
Request permission to contact them directly
Visit the factory if possible — a 1-day trip saves years of regret
4. Warranty and After-Sales Terms
Minimum 12-month warranty from delivery
Clear terms for what is and is not covered
Response time commitment for technical support
Software update policy
Price 40%+ below market average — corners are being cut somewhere
No FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) option — they do not want you to see the machine running before shipment
No reference customers — you will be their guinea pig
Proprietary control system with no escape — you are locked into their service ecosystem forever
CK5112–CK5125: Single 40-foot container
CK5225–CK5240: Flat rack or open-top container
CK5263 and above: Break bulk shipping
Typical shipping cost to US West Coast: $4,000–8,000
Typical shipping cost to Europe: $5,000–10,000
Machine placement and leveling: 2 days
Electrical connection and power-up: 1 day
CNC parameter setup and calibration: 2 days
Test cuts with your workpieces: 1–2 days
Operator training: 2–3 days
Total: approximately 8–10 working days
Starfish Machinery provides optional on-site installation and training:
One English-speaking service engineer
Complete calibration and test cut documentation
Operator training (basic operation + programming)
Maintenance training for your maintenance team
Based on a CK5116 at $48,000 FOB:
Cost Item | Amount |
|-----------|--------|
Machine FOB price | $48,000 |
Shipping & insurance | $6,000 |
Import duties (US, ~3.4%) | $1,830 |
Installation & commissioning | $4,000 |
Tooling package (initial) | $3,000 |
Year 1 total | $62,830 |
Annual maintenance | $1,200 |
Annual consumables | $800 |
5-year maintenance total | $10,000 |
5-year total cost of ownership | $72,830 |
At 250 working days/year, 20 parts/day, that is $0.29/part over 5 years — a fraction of what you would pay a job shop.
20+ years of CNC vertical lathe manufacturing
In-house foundry producing Meehanite cast iron bases
500+ machines shipped to 40+ countries
Fanuc and Siemens certified integration partner
Factory Acceptance Test with video documentation for every machine
Spare parts guarantee: critical spares shipped within 72 hours
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