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This is a typical 4-axis CNC router from the Spire Series. It is equipped with an A-axis capable of rotating ±90° in the X-Z plane, allowing the spindle to perform operations such as drilling, milling, chamfering, and grooving on inclined or lateral surfaces.
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  • Brand: CATEKCNC
  • Model: CK-1530-WSP-ST-4S
  • Tags: Spire Series, Four-Axis, Swing Head
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CATEK · Spire

With 4-Axis 3D Machining Capabilities, It Breaks Through Traditional Processing Limitations to Efficiently Empower Diverse Production

The CK-1530-WSP-ST-4S is a CNC router equipped with a four-axis swing head. Compared to standard 3-axis CNC routers, its spindle can rotate and tilt, enabling complex processes such as side slotting, drilling, chamfering, beveled cutting, angled hole machining, and irregular 3D milling. The machine supports a maximum machining size of 1500 × 3000 × 400mm and is equipped with an aluminum T-slot worktable, which allows for the flexible securing of various sheets and irregular workpieces. The overall structure is stable, the transmission is smooth, and the safety protection is comprehensive; it is easy to operate and remains reliable under long-term continuous operation.

As a Spire Series model, the machine adopts top-tier components and rigorous manufacturing processes. It enjoys Spire-exclusive one-on-one after-sales support, an ultra-long five-year free warranty, lifetime maintenance, and free software upgrade services, providing all-around protection for the long-term stable operation of the equipment.

Core Advantages of Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router: Four Dimensions to Reshape the Standards of High-Efficiency Production

01.
4-Axis Swinging Machining,
Breaks Through Traditional Three-Axis Limitations.
Equipped with a high-performance 4-axis swing head, the spindle can achieve ±90° rotation, completely breaking the limitations of standard 3-axis routers that are restricted to planar machining. It easily completes complex processes such as beveled and side cutting, chamfering, and irregular milling. Multi-angle 3D machining allows complex shapes and special angles to be formed in a single operation, significantly expanding the range of machining categories and technical boundaries.
02.
Only Single Clamping Required,
Significantly Enhances Machining Efficiency.
Relying on the structural advantages of the 4-axis swing head, multi-directional processes—including front, side, and beveled surfaces—can be completed with a single clamping of the workpiece. This eliminates the need for repeated flipping or multiple positioning, effectively avoiding cumulative errors and significantly improving the precision and consistency of the finished product. By simplifying the workflow and reducing manual intervention, it shortens production cycles while balancing efficiency and quality.
03.
Large-Scale Worktable,
With Flexible Custom Specifications.
Equipped with a 1500×3000mm (5×10ft) aluminum T-slot worktable, the surface offers high rigidity, wear resistance, and anti-deformation properties, with excellent load-bearing performance suitable for clamping various sheets and irregular workpieces. The standard machining height reaches 400mm, meeting the deep processing needs of large workpieces and thick materials. The machine supports personalized customization, allowing for adjustments to the working stroke, table size, and effective height according to requirements; a vacuum table is also available as an option for sheet fixation to meet diverse production scenarios.
04.
Meticulous Build Quality,
Unwavering Operational Stability.
The entire machine is built with selected top-tier components and rigorous manufacturing processes. The structure is solid and stable with superior vibration damping, ensuring no deformation or jittering during long-term continuous processing. It is equipped with Schneider electric protection, an automatic dust collection system, and a fully automatic lubrication system to ensure lasting, smooth operation. The operating system interface is clean and intuitive, featuring a user-friendly design for immediate use and easy daily maintenance. Combining industrial-grade stability with operational simplicity, it ensures long-term production is safe, worry-free, stable, and durable.

Choosing the
Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router
means choosing

Greater machining freedom
Equipped with a professional 4-axis swing head, it breaks through the limitations of 3-axis planar processing to easily achieve side and beveled machining along with irregular cutting, completing complex processes in a single setup.
Broader application scenarios
Relying on its 4-axis machining capabilities, the machine can process various materials such as wood, panels, and irregularly curved materials. It serves manufacturers in furniture, cabinetry, specialized crafts, and 3D modeling, offering a multi-purpose solution that flexibly handles diverse production orders.
Easier operating experience
The overall design is clean and intuitive, making operation simple and easy to understand. Combined with detailed instructions and after-sales support, even beginners can quickly master its use.
More stable long-term operation
Featuring a stable structure paired with top-tier components, the transmission is smooth and the operation is steady. It maintains consistent precision during long-term continuous work, ensuring reliable round-the-clock production.

Heavy-Duty Architecture, a Foundation Forged for Precision

Heavy-duty bed of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Heavy-Duty Bed Base Dedicated to Spire

  • The Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router features a heavy-duty welded steel tube bed. The use of thickened tubing significantly enhances overall rigidity and load-bearing capacity, effectively resisting impact and vibration during the machining process. The surface of the machine bed is covered with thickened steel plates, and the mounting positions for the guide rails and racks feature welded thickened steel strips to serve as the installation base for key transmission components. This comprehensive design eliminates deformation and shaking during long-term use, providing a solid foundation for the precise operation of the 4-axis swing head and multi-sided processing.
  • To guarantee precision and stability from the source, the machine bed base undergoes a dual process of vibration aging and annealing. Vibration aging homogenizes stress distribution through low-frequency resonance, while the annealing process optimizes the internal structure via precise temperature control and slow cooling, completely eliminating residual stresses from welding and machining. This prevents future warping and precision drift caused by stress release, ensuring the bed remains perfectly undeformed over years of use and laying a firm foundation for high-precision machining.
  • After the steel strips are welded, the mounting base for the guide rails and racks are precision-machined in a single setup by a 5-axis gantry milling machine. This ensures that the mounting surfaces achieve extreme flatness and parallelism, guaranteeing that the guide rails slide smoothly and the rack transmission remains accurate. Even under long-term, high-intensity workloads conditions, the machine maintains precise positioning and smooth operation.
High rigidity gantry beams of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
High rigidity gantry columns of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Reinforced Columns and Beams

  • The gantry columns feature a reinforced structural design, significantly enhancing rigidity and load-bearing capacity to stably support the operational loads of the heavy-duty crossbeam and the 4-axis swing head. Reinforced diagonal braces are added to both sides to further strengthen anti-deformation capabilities, effectively counteracting lateral impact forces during processing. This eliminates column shaking and displacement, ensuring vertical precision during continuous operation.
  • The crossbeam is crafted from high-strength, thick-walled steel to ensure structural stability under long-term, high-frequency operation. Thick-walled steel strips are welded onto the mounting bases of the guide rails and racks to serve as the installation base for key transmission components, effectively resisting wear and stress caused by transmission. This prevents the crossbeam from bending or deforming due to long-term stress at the source, providing a reliable carrier for the precise operation of the transmission system.
  • To ensure the connection precision and transmission stability between the columns, crossbeam, and machine bed, all critical contact surfaces are precision-machined by a large-scale milling machine. Core areas, such as the connection interfaces between the crossbeam and columns and the mounting bases for the guide rails and racks, are integrally milled to ensure extremely high flatness and fit. These tight, gap-free connections significantly enhance the transmission accuracy of the equipment, fully meeting the requirements for high-intensity and high-precision machining.
Anodized aluminum z-axis mounting plate of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

46mm Thickened Anodized Aluminum Alloy Mounting Plate

  • The spindle mounting plate is made of 46mm anodized aluminum alloy, balancing structural strength with operational flexibility. Its extra-long design accommodates the wide-range lifting requirements of the Z-axis, ensuring uniform stress distribution during vertical movement. The 46mm thickened design significantly enhances the plate's rigidity, resisting stress and impact forces generated during Z-axis operation and machining to prevent bending or deformation, providing a stable carrier for precise Z-axis movement.
  • Treated with a hard anodizing process, the plate not only gains significantly improved wear and corrosion resistance—effectively resisting dust and debris in the machining environment to extend service life—but also achieves a lightweight profile. While maintaining structural strength, this reduces the operational load on the Z-axis, enhancing response speed and smoothness during lifting, thus balancing durability with operational efficiency.
  • Both sides of the mounting plate are equipped with three HIWIN heavy-duty blocks from Taiwan, offering high precision, high load capacity, and low wear. These three blocks are evenly distributed across the plate to fully disperse the forces during Z-axis operation, ensuring smooth sliding without stuttering. This design effectively avoids operational deviations caused by uneven stress, fully guaranteeing precise and stable Z-axis movement to meet high-precision router machining requirements.
Adjustable leveling feet for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

High-Strength Leveling Feet

  • Six support legs, equipped with leveling feet, are strategically positioned at key load-bearing points across the machine base. This six-point configuration evenly distributes the machine's total weight and effectively disperses impact forces generated during operation, preventing localized stress and potential bed distortion. It establishes a rock-solid foundation for operational stability and high-precision machining.
  • The feet feature a precision threaded adjustment mechanism that combines effortless operation with exacting accuracy. Height can be finely tuned to compensate for uneven or sloped shop floors. This ensures that the bed, gantry columns, and other structural components remain in optimal load-bearing alignment, safeguarding machining accuracy from environmental installation variables.
  • Each leveling foot is fitted with a rubber damping and anti-slip pad. The rubber material effectively absorbs high-frequency machining vibrations, isolating them from the machine bed and drive components to minimize their impact on precision. Furthermore, the pad significantly increases friction with the floor surface, preventing unwanted movement or slippage during high-intensity, high-frequency operations, thereby ensuring both operational safety and process stability.
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Stability in Every Axis, Excellence in Every Machining

Hiwin (Taiwan) P level 25 linear guideways of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

HIWIN (Taiwan) P-Level 25mm Linear Guideways

  • The XYZ axes are equipped with Taiwan HIWIN 25mm P-level heavy-duty linear guides and blocks. Compared to common 20mm guides, the load capacity and structural rigidity are significantly increased, allowing the system to easily handle the composite loads generated by 4-axis swing head machining and multi-sided cutting, providing solid and reliable transmission support for the Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router.
  • The P-level precision strictly controls the running clearance between the guides and blocks, effectively suppressing deviation and shaking during sliding to ensure the precision and controllability of the three-axis trajectories. Positioning errors are compressed to a minimal range, fully meeting the rigorous requirements of high-precision router engraving and milling across various complex processing scenarios.
  • The guideways possess excellent wear and fatigue resistance, making them perfectly suited for high-intensity continuous operations. The surfaces are precision-ground and treated with specialized processes, significantly slowing component wear and extending service life. Coupled with precise sliding engagement, the system operates with extremely low noise, maintaining smooth motion and consistent positioning accuracy even during long-term, uninterrupted production.
YYC (Taiwan) ground helical rack & pinion of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

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

  • The XY axes are equipped with Taiwan YYC high-precision ground helical racks, providing stable and rapid power transmission for long-stroke operations and ensuring precise machining from the very source of motion.
  • The racks utilize a high-precision grinding process, resulting in a smooth tooth surface and highly uniform pitch. This effectively reduces friction and power loss between the teeth, significantly enhancing the transmission accuracy of the XY axes to easily handle various complex sheet processing scenarios with strict precision requirements.
  • The helical design balances excellent durability with operational smoothness, making it perfectly suited for high-intensity continuous work. Compared to straight teeth, helical teeth offer a larger engagement contact area and more dispersed stress, which effectively reduces operating noise, slows tooth surface wear, and significantly extends service life. Additionally, the superior stability of helical rack eliminates impacts and vibrations, ensuring the XY axes move smoothly, consistently, and with unwavering precision.
TBI (Taiwan) ground ball screws of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

TBI (Taiwan) High-Precision Ground Ball Screw

  • The Z-axis utilizes a Taiwan TBI high-precision ground ball screw, offering exceptional overall rigidity and load-bearing performance. The robust main structure of the screw stably supports the loads generated by high-frequency reciprocal movements. The power transmission is linear and uniform without stuttering, providing a solid structural foundation for high-precision motion.
  • Utilizing a high-precision grinding process, the ball screw features extremely high pitch uniformity and achieves zero-backlash transmission after preloading. Compared to standard rolled ball screws, the return error is significantly reduced and positioning accuracy is effectively enhanced, meeting the most demanding high-precision machining requirements.
  • The built-in precision ball circulation structure significantly reduces frictional resistance during movement, ensuring smooth operation with low noise. Furthermore, the screw surface undergoes a specialized hardening treatment, providing excellent wear, fatigue, and deformation resistance. This allows it to handle long-term, high-intensity, and high-frequency continuous operating conditions while maintaining lasting transmission precision and a longer service life.
High-precision diaphragm coupling of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Diaphragm Coupling

  • The Z-axis utilizes a high-precision double-diaphragm coupling to connect the servo motor and the TBI ball screw. This design is engineered to achieve precise torque transmission while providing installation tolerance compensation and vibration optimization, constructing a rigid transmission with elastic compensation.
  • The coupling body is crafted from aluminum alloy, while the diaphragms are selected from premium stainless steel, granting the component excellent elastic rigidity. The double-diaphragm structure effectively compensates for coaxiality, angular, and radial offsets between the screw and the motor. This eliminates redundant loads during transmission and prevents operational stuttering or abnormal component wear caused by installation tolerances at the source.
  • Compared to standard plum couplings, the double-diaphragm design offers significant performance advantages. Plum couplings rely on elastomer inserts for transmission, which have lower rigidity and are prone to aging and wear over long-term use, leading to precision decay and insufficient impact resistance. In contrast, the double-diaphragm coupling achieves higher transmission precision and superior resistance to wear and aging, allowing it to easily handle larger transmission loads and instantaneous impacts.
Shimpo (Japan) planetary of gear reducers of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

SHIMPO (Japan) Planetary Gear Reducers

  • The XY axes are equipped with Japanese SHIMPO planetary reducers, featuring a compact and sophisticated design that achieves high-efficiency power transmission within a limited installation space. The housing undergoes precision machining and hardening, balancing high rigidity with lightweight advantages. This ensures stable load-bearing capacity while effectively reducing system inertia, laying a solid foundation for precise power delivery.
  • These gearboxes possess exceptional transmission precision and efficiency, with a transmission efficiency exceeding 97%. They can accurately match the servo motor speed with the equipment's operational requirements and provide a reliable torque amplification function, ensuring that power transmission remains precise and error-free.
  • SHIMPO planetary gearboxes are renowned for their outstanding durability; the gears and planetary carriers undergo specialized hardening treatments, offering excellent wear and fatigue resistance for an extremely long service life. Featuring a maintenance-free design, they do not require frequent lubricant changes, significantly reducing long-term operation and maintenance costs.
High-strength aluminum alloy limit bumpers for X-axis of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
High-strength aluminum alloy limit bumpers for Y-axis of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

High-Strength Aluminum Alloy Limit Bumpers

  • The XY axes are equipped with high-strength aluminum alloy limit bumpers at their ends. This device effectively prevents over-travel caused by operational errors, program anomalies, or soft-limit failures, avoiding machine collisions and the risk of the axis derailing at the source.
  • The base is manufactured using an integrated high-strength aluminum alloy molding process, providing a stable structure that balances high rigidity with lightweight advantages and excellent corrosion resistance for long-lasting durability. The end features a rubber cushioning structure that effectively absorbs impact forces, minimizing potential damage to the equipment during high-speed collisions.
  • These limit bumpers are installed at the terminal ends of the XY-axis travel, occupying no active motion space while providing physical hardware-level limits and cushioning protection for both axes. Working in tandem with photoelectric soft limits, they establish a dual-layered (soft and hard) over-travel protection mechanism, fully guaranteeing operational safety and giving operators complete peace of mind.
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4-Axis Machining, Spire CNC Effortlessly Masters Complex Slopes and Side

CATEKCNC self-developed 5.5KW high-speed water-cooled spindle of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

CATEKCNC Self-Developed 5.5KW High-Speed Water-Cooled Spindle

  • The Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router is equipped with a CATEKCNC 5.5KW high-speed water-cooled variable frequency spindle, which leverages CATEKCNC's proprietary core technology to balance powerful output with precise control. The 5.5KW rated power provides ample torque, while variable frequency control technology allows the rotation speed to be adjusted within a specified range to meet the needs of different materials and processes. With a maximum speed of 24,000 rpm, the spindle offers excellent dynamic balance and minimal vibration at high speeds, enabling efficient cutting and engraving while ensuring a superior surface finish.
  • The spindle features an ER25 collet, which can hold various tool shanks up to 16mm in diameter, satisfying diverse machining requirements such as engraving, milling, and slotting. The ER collet provides high clamping precision and powerful locking force, effectively preventing tool loosening or deviation during high-speed operation to ensure a precise and controllable tool path. Tool changes are straightforward, significantly enhancing the continuity of multi-process workflows and reducing operational complexity for both batch and complex machining scenarios.
  • Utilizing an efficient water-cooling design, the heat dissipation is more prominent and stable compared to air-cooling. It rapidly removes heat generated by high-speed operation to maintain a stable working temperature, effectively preventing precision loss caused by thermal deformation. Paired with a S&A CW5200 industrial chiller, the system provides precise temperature control and continuous forced cooling. Even under long-term, high-intensity continuous machining, it maintains a constant spindle temperature, avoiding accuracy decay and significantly extending the service life of the spindle.
4-axis swing head of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
4-axis swing head of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

4-Axis Swing Head

  • This 4-axis CNC router is equipped with a "Swing Head", allowing the spindle to achieve ±90° free rotation in the X-Z plane to easily handle various angular machining requirements. Driven by a CATEKCNC self-developed 750W bus-based servo motor working in tandem with an RV reducer, the system ensures stable power output and precise transmission. This synergy guarantees smooth spindle rotation and pinpoint angular positioning, providing a reliable foundation for high-precision processing.
  • The application of the 4-axis swing head completely breaks through the limitations of standard three-axis routers, which are restricted to planar machining, by expanding the operational dimensions to include beveled and side surfaces. Whether it is slotting, drilling, milling, or chamfering, complex geometries can be formed in a single setup, significantly broadening the equipment's application range and technical boundaries.
  • With the introduction of the swing head, the workpiece requires only a single clamping to complete side and multi-angle beveled processing, eliminating the tedious process of repeated flipping and re-clamping. This not only simplifies operation and reduces labor intensity but also effectively avoids cumulative positioning errors caused by multiple setups. It significantly enhances processing continuity and precision consistency, making the machine effortlessly adaptable to various complex multi-angle machining scenarios.
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Proprietary Servo, Where Every Motion Is a Masterpiece of Timing and Accuracy

Taiwan LNC 1500W servo motor for Y-axis of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Taiwan LNC 1000W servo motor for Z-axis of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Taiwan LNC 1500W servo drive of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

CATEKCNC Self-Developed Servo System

  • This 4-axis CNC router is equipped with CATEKCNC self-developed bus-based absolute servo motors. Featuring proprietary core technology, these motors deliver outstanding torque and control precision. The absolute encoder eliminates the need for homing upon startup, while the EtherCAT bus protocol provides exceptional data transmission efficiency, real-time response, and anti-interference performance. This enables synchronized multi-axis control, ensuring all axes operate in perfect harmony to provide a stable driving foundation for high-precision machining.
  • The XY axes are driven by 1500W high-power servo motors, providing powerful and stable output that easily accommodates high-speed movement and frequent directional changes. The 1500W power rating grants the XY axes ample torque reserves, maintaining smooth motion even under heavy loads or high-frequency cycles. The Z-axis is equipped with a 1000W servo motor featuring a brake function, which automatically locks during shutdowns or unexpected power failures to prevent the spindle from falling, ensuring equipment safety.
  • The A-axis is equipped with a 750W servo motor, enabling precise angular rotation to meet the operational demands of the 4-axis swinging head. The entire drive system features an optimized power balance across all axes. Combined with the high precision of the self-developed motors and the high efficiency of the EtherCAT bus, it effectively enhances the overall response speed and positioning accuracy of the machine.

Effortless Control, a Professional CNC System That Speaks Your Language

Control cabinet for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
The interface of SYNTEC 60W-E CNC system for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

SYNTEC (Taiwan) 60W-E Bus Control System

  • The Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router is equipped with the Taiwan SYNTEC 60W-E control system. It features powerful 4-axis coordinated control capabilities, perfectly managing the synchronized motion requirements of the XYZA axes. The system integrates the EtherCAT real-time industrial bus protocol, providing rapid transmission and ultra-low latency. This enables millisecond-level signal response, ensuring all axes move in perfect step and providing a stable, reliable control hub for high-precision machining.
  • The system possesses exceptional positioning accuracy and trajectory control, precisely parsing machining commands to ensure that complex paths are executed faithfully. It supports complex curved surface processing and high-volume nesting tasks, significantly enhancing processing efficiency and finished product precision to easily handle refined machining challenges across multiple scenarios.
  • The control system interface is clean and intuitive, balancing professional depth with ease of use, and supports multi-language switching to suit different operating habits. It is fully compatible with various CAD/CAM software, offering powerful functionality to adapt to diverse programming needs. Furthermore, it boasts excellent anti-interference capabilities, ensuring stable operation in complex industrial environments and satisfying the demands for long-term, high-intensity continuous work.
Pulse handwheel for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Pulse Handwheel

  • The 4-axis electronic handwheel (MPG) is deeply integrated with the control system, perfectly supporting control of the XYZA axes. Manual commands are accurately captured and converted into real-time pulse signals, driving fine displacement across each axis to provide a flexible and efficient manual control solution for tool setting, calibration, and complex surface positioning.
  • The handwheel features high-precision pulse transmission, allowing for the flexible adjustment of feed rates based on machining needs. With a smooth and delicate rotational feel and sensitive micro-feed response, it significantly reduces the difficulty of manual operations in scenarios such as complex surface processing and precision positioning calibration, balancing operational flexibility with positioning accuracy.
  • It supports handwheel simulation functionality, allowing operators to verify machining programs before formal processing begins. This helps avoid machining errors and provides a reliable pre-verification guarantee for high-precision finished products.
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The World's Finest Components, One Seamless Electrical System

  • Hpmont Variable Frequency Drive
  • Interlock and Short-Circuit Protection Switch
  • High-Quality Power Switches
  • Schneider Electrical Components
  • High-Reliability Aviation Plugs
  • Fully Enclosed High-Strength Cable Carrier
  • High-Quality Terminal Blocks
  • Hpmont variable frequency drive of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    Hpmont Variable Frequency Drive

    • The 7.5KW VFD powers the 5.5KW water-cooled spindle, providing ample power redundancy. This effectively handles load fluctuations, eliminates power shortages or speed instability, and provides reliable power regulation support for the efficient operation of the spindle.
    • Featuring excellent speed regulation performance, it utilizes vector control technology to achieve smooth spindle speed transitions across both low-speed and high-speed conditions. At the same time, it suppresses operational vibration and noise, protecting core components like the spindle and tools while extending their service life.
    • Equipped with multiple alarm mechanisms and comprehensive safety protection functions, the VFD monitors the spindle's operating status in real time. Once anomalies such as overload, overcurrent, overheating, or undervoltage are detected, it quickly triggers an alarm and cuts off the power output, significantly enhancing the safety and reliability of the equipment operation.
  • Interlock and short-circuit protection switch of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    Control Cabinet Interlock and Short-Circuit Protection Switch

    • The control cabinet is equipped with a Schneider power interlock protection switch, which hardware-level eliminates dangerous behaviors such as live operation or accidental opening of the cabinet doors. This establishes a comprehensive electrical safety defense for both the equipment and personnel.
    • This device implements a mandatory safety mechanism: when the control cabinet door is opened, the machine automatically powers off, eliminating the hidden danger of accidental electric shock at the source. Before the machine can be started, the cabinet door must be fully closed and secured to allow power-on, ensuring the equipment remains in a closed, controlled, and safe state throughout the entire operation.
    • The design of the interlock protection switch strictly follows international industrial safety standards, effectively defending against risks of short circuits, electric shocks, and physical equipment damage caused by misoperation. Deeply integrated with the machine's full Schneider electrical system, it ensures stable operation while truly achieving industrial-grade production safety.
  • High-quality power switches of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    High-Quality Power Switches

    • Below the control panel, the control buttons and volt/ampere meters are neatly arranged. All operating components are positioned at a height and location within the operator's natural reach, strictly following ergonomic design principles to reduce fatigue during long-term operation.
    • The left side of the panel features the Start and Emergency Stop buttons (both Schneider brand). The green Start button indicates the equipment's standby status with a soft light after power-on. The prominent red Emergency Stop button utilizes a self-locking design; in an emergency, a single press instantly cuts off power, bringing the equipment to a safe halt. After troubleshooting, a gentle clockwise rotation resets it, effectively preventing accidental restarts and integrating industrial safety into every operational detail.
    • The right side of the panel integrates high-precision voltmeters and ammeters with clear digital displays. Operators can monitor real-time electrical parameters at any time to detect potential risks immediately. By continuously monitoring the electrical status, signs of failure such as overloads or short circuits can be predicted, providing early warnings for stable equipment operation and truly preventing problems before they occur.
  • Schneider electrical components of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    Schneider Electrical Components

    • The Spire Series exclusively utilizes Schneider Electric components, establishing a highly reliable electrical protection system from power input to equipment operation. The full-link Schneider configuration effectively reduces the risk of electrical failure, laying a solid safety foundation for the long-term stable operation of the machine.
    • Core nodes of the electrical system are equipped with Schneider brand devices, covering air switches, AC contactors, intermediate relays, 24V DC power supplies, surge protectors, phase sequence protectors, and interlock protection switches. Each component performs its specific function while collaborating seamlessly to achieve comprehensive control over critical links such as circuit switching, overload and short-circuit protection, and signal conversion.
    • The Schneider Electric solution not only enhances system stability and durability but also constructs a multi-layered, closed-loop defense: surge protectors resist voltage spikes, phase sequence protectors ensure power supply compliance, interlock switches guarantee operational safety, and the 24V power supply provides clean low-voltage DC power. These protective elements work in close coordination to ensure the electrical system operates safely, stably, and efficiently over the long term.
  • High-reliability aviation plugs of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    High-Reliability Aviation Plugs

    • All Spire CNC Routers utilize aviation connectors for cabinet power and oil line connections. These connectors feature an IP65 protection rating, providing exceptional dustproof and waterproof performance that effectively prevents moisture and debris from entering the cabinet. This grants the equipment excellent environmental adaptability, allowing it to handle various complex workshop conditions with ease.
    • The aviation plugs also enhance connection reliability; even if power cables or oil lines are subjected to bending or tension, the connection remains secure. In environments with continuous vibration generated by long-term, high-intensity operation, the plugs will not loosen or suffer from poor contact, ensuring that power and oil transmission remain consistently stable.
    • While ensuring reliable connectivity, the aviation connectors are designed for extremely convenient plug-and-play operation. During equipment installation, relocation, or maintenance, operators can quickly separate or reconnect lines without the need for specialized tools, significantly shortening assembly and disassembly time. This design balances industrial-grade stability with on-site operational convenience, providing a highly flexible connection solution for equipment transport, production line adjustments, and routine maintenance.
  • Fully enclosed high-strength cable carrier of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    Fully Enclosed High-Strength Cable Carrier

    • The XYZ axes are all equipped with fully enclosed cable carriers, which flexibly extend and retract with the reciprocal motion of each linear axis without affecting movement range or precision. These drag chains provide comprehensive, wrap-around protection for all internal harnesses, ensuring cables remain in a controlled state during dynamic operation.
    • Featuring a fully enclosed structural design, the chains house power cables, signal lines, and air tubes together within the internal cavity. This effectively seals them off from chips, dust, and cutting fluid splashes generated during processing, preventing the harnesses from being pulled, twisted, or worn due to repetitive movement, thereby guaranteeing stable and unobstructed transmission of power, signals, and air.
    • Each link of the cable carrier features an independent detachable design. During troubleshooting or line inspections, operators can access internal cables by simply opening the cover of the corresponding link, eliminating the need to pull out the entire harness or dismantle the entire chain. This design significantly simplifies maintenance procedures, shortens downtime, and reduces the difficulty and cost of daily operations.
  • High-quality terminal blocks of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

    High-Quality Terminal Blocks

    • Equipped with an independent terminal block strip, utilizing a standardized modular design for neat wiring and a clear layout. The main power supply and dust collector circuits are clearly partitioned, facilitating future inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting while eliminating risks of poor contact or short circuits caused by disorganized wiring.
    • The terminal block achieves physical isolation between the main power supply and the dust collector power feed. The main power is dedicated to the machine body (spindle, control system, motion axes, etc.) to ensure the stable operation of core components, while the dust collector has independent power, allowing for flexible start-stop control and completely avoiding power fluctuations that could interfere with the main equipment.
    • This split-circuit power design balances operational stability with electrical safety: the high starting current of the dust collector no longer impacts machining precision, and in the event of a dust collector circuit failure, it can be powered down for repair independently while the machine body continues to operate, significantly reducing unexpected downtime.

Effortless Tool Setting, Simplifying Your Every Workflow

Automatic Tool Setter

  • This Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router is equipped with a high-precision contact-type automatic tool setter, used to rapidly measure tool length and generate corresponding offsets. Featuring a convenient storage design, it is housed on the left side of the Z-axis sheet metal guard when not in use. This keeps the processing area clear while effectively protecting the device from dust, debris, and other contaminants, maintaining its measurement accuracy and extending its service life.
  • The tool setter requires no complex debugging or installation; it can be taken directly from its storage position on the Z-axis guard and placed steadily under the tool for immediate use. The simplified workflow requires no specialized experience, allowing operators to get up to speed quickly. This significantly reduces tool calibration time and enhances the continuity of the machining process, making it ideal for high-efficiency batch production.
  • It provides rapid compensation for Z-axis tool length, achieving quick tool setting and completely eliminating the tedious nature of manual calibration. By removing human error from the calibration process, it guarantees consistent machining precision and provides a reliable reference coordinate system for all high-precision operations.
Automatic tool setter for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Automatic tool setter for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Quick Clamping, Built for the Demands of 4-Axis 3D Machining

Aluminum alloy T-slot worktable for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Hold-down clamps for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Hold-down clamps for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

High‑Strength Aluminum Alloy T‑Slot Worktable

  • The worktable is constructed from high-strength aluminum alloy profiles, offering exceptional rigidity to stably support a wide range of machining loads. Strong, deformation-resistant, and impact-proof, it remains perfectly flat over years of service. The table surface is clad with high-hardness PVC paneling that resists wear, scratches, and slippage—protecting both workpiece finish and aluminum structure while enhancing clamping stability.
  • The rationally laid-out, standard-dimension T-slots accommodate a wide variety of clamp kits, providing abundant positioning points for workpiece securing. Clamp positions can be freely adjusted to match workpiece size and geometry, from square plates to round and irregular shapes. The T-slot grid also distributes cutting forces and workpiece weight evenly, preventing localized stress damage and extending the table's service life.
  • Workpieces of virtually any profile are firmly secured using the T-slot and clamp system. The clamps adjust to the workpiece contour, lock with controlled force, and hold the part immobile during machining—eliminating displacement and vibration that compromise accuracy. Tool-free installation and removal make setups fast and effortless, ideal for small-batch production and complex-shaped components, delivering the perfect balance of practicality and efficiency.

Auxiliary Loading Rollers

  • The rear of the machine is equipped with an auxiliary loading roller system (3 rows by 8 columns), designed to stably support large-format panels and provide smooth sliding guidance. This setup allows a single operator to easily slide panels onto the table without additional assistance, significantly reducing labor costs, shortening loading times, and improving overall workflow continuity.
  • The rollers are strategically positioned to accommodate various panel sizes and materials. With minimal rolling resistance, they ensure panels slide smoothly without stuttering or deviating from the intended path, laying a solid foundation for precise initial positioning.
  • The roller surfaces undergo specialized treatment to ensure high smoothness and a burr-free finish. This prevents panels from being scratched or worn during the loading process, effectively protecting the integrity of the material surface and avoiding unnecessary material loss.
Auxiliary loading rollers for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Professional Cooling & Dust-Extraction, No Compromises on the Periphery

7.5kW pulse cyclone dust collector dust collector of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

7.5kW Pulse Cyclone Dust Collector

  • The core of the dust collection system features a 7.5KW pulse-jet cyclone dust collector, providing powerful and stable suction to instantly capture dust and debris generated during machining. It is widely adaptable to various processing conditions, protecting the stable operation of the equipment and the health of the operator at the source.
  • Utilizing cyclone dust removal technology, the collection efficiency exceeds 98%. Whether dealing with fine wood dust or plastic shavings and other processing residues, the system provides high-efficiency collection and filtration to maintain a consistently clean workshop environment.
  • The integrated pulse-jet automatic cleaning function periodically performs blowback cleaning on the filter components to prevent clogging, ensuring consistently high dust collection efficiency over time. The entire unit features a compact structure and easy installation, operating smoothly with low noise to create a clean and safe workspace for operators.
Pulse cleaning
Cyclone dust collection
S&A CW-5200 constant-temperature chiller of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

S&A CW-5200 Constant-Temperature Chiller

  • The water-cooled spindle of the Spire 1530 4-Axis CNC Router is provided with continuous and stable constant-temperature cooling by the S&A CW5200 industrial chiller. With a temperature control precision of up to ±0.3°C, it eliminates the effects of thermal decay at the source, preventing spindle damage and machining precision deviations caused by temperature fluctuations. This ensures the spindle always operates in its optimal state. The unit features a compact design with a small footprint, allowing for rapid deployment without complex installation or debugging.
  • The chiller supports both constant-temperature and intelligent control modes. In intelligent mode, it automatically adjusts the water temperature based on ambient conditions, reducing the need for manual intervention and improving the stability of continuous operations. The system runs smoothly with low noise, offering high lift and cooling efficiency while remaining energy-efficient and easy to maintain.
  • Built-in multiple alarm protection mechanisms cover water flow alarms, high/low-temperature alarms, and compressor delay protection. The system monitors the cooling status in real time; if an anomaly is detected, it immediately triggers an alert to prevent fault escalation, comprehensively enhancing the operational safety and service life of the spindle.
1430W
5°C to 35°C
±0.3°C

Automatic Lubrication, Set It, and Forget It

Large-Capacity Automatic Lubrication System

  • The lubrication system is specifically designed for the machine's transmission components, including linear guides and ball screws, etc. It features a 1.5L large-capacity pot, providing ample oil storage to reduce the frequency of refills. This makes it ideal for long-term, continuous machining conditions, ensuring that all moving parts receive consistent lubrication to maintain smooth operation.
  • Equipped with an integrated oil pressure gauge, the system allows operators to monitor real-time pressure status at a glance, making it easy to detect any anomalies instantly. Users can customize the lubrication duration and intervals based on the machine's workload and specific processing conditions. This flexibility ensures that moving parts remain fully protected while preventing the waste of lubricant.
  • Automatic timing and quantitative lubrication eliminate the need for manual intervention, removing the tedious nature of hand-oiling. By automating the process, the system reduces labor costs and prevents potential component damage caused by human error or missed maintenance cycles, effectively extending the service life of the machine's core motion hardware.
Automatic lubrication system for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Your Spire, We're With You Every Step of the Way

Spire series exclusive serial number of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Maintenance instructions of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Spire Series Exclusive Machine ID & Service

  • The rear of the machine features an exclusive nameplate and serial number. The nameplate clearly displays certifications including ISO9001, CE, BV, SGS, FDA, and ROHS, testifying to its compliant quality and global standards. Each Spire CNC Router is assigned a unique serial number, which serves as the core credential for equipment traceability and provides a convenient reference for accessing full after-sales benefits.
  • With the machine serial number, users enjoy an industry-leading five-year extended free warranty, covering core components and general operational faults to significantly reduce long-term maintenance costs. Our dedicated after-sales team provides one-on-one full-process tracking, encompassing installation, commissioning, daily operation consulting, and troubleshooting.
  • The back of the machine is also equipped with professional maintenance guidelines and operational precautions. These labels provide detailed instructions on the maintenance cycles for key components, proper upkeep methods, and essential safety points. This helps users standardize their workflows and implement scientific maintenance practices, effectively extending the service life of the equipment.
Complete documentation kit for Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Spire Series Complete Documentation Kit

  • The Spire Series comes with a comprehensive documentation package, including an exclusive Certificate of Quality, Warranty Card, Warranty Service Instructions, Quick Start Guide, and User Manual. The Certificate of Quality is the core credential for the equipment's factory release, explicitly stating that the machine has passed rigorous inspections and meets all relevant quality standards, ensuring every unit is ready for immediate production upon delivery.
  • The package includes the Machine Certificate of Conformity, Warranty Card, Warranty Terms, Quick Start Guide, and User Manual. The Certificate of Conformity clearly displays the unique serial number, model, factory inspection results, and certification—serving as the official proof of quality. The Warranty Card and terms explicitly outline the industry-leading 5-year warranty policy, detailing the coverage scope, duration, and service procedures to ensure users receive full official support for their investment.
  • The Quick Start Guide is designed for immediate utility, featuring a standard accessories list, rapid electrical wiring methods, initial commissioning steps, and basic troubleshooting solutions to help users get the machine running in minimal time. For more in-depth technical needs, the User Manual provides a systematic introduction to all structural components, detailed installation and debugging steps, and comprehensive fault-handling guides—with each instruction supported by clear photographic illustrations to ensure the stable operation of the machine.

Everything You Need, Start Machining the Moment It Arrives

Toolbox first layer of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Toolbox second layer of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router
Tool set of Spire 1530 4-axis CNC router

Free Accessory Kit for Diverse Machining Needs

  • The Spire Series comes equipped with an exclusive double-layer anti-collision toolbox, containing a comprehensive array of tools and accessories required for daily operation, maintenance, and machining. This all-inclusive set eliminates the need for additional purchases upon delivery, significantly reducing initial investment costs.
  • A full suite of specialized tools is provided, including ER25 spindle wrenches for tool changes, a complete set of hex keys for assembly and debugging, and essential spare parts—such as air nozzles, relays, and limit switches—to handle routine component replacements. All items are organized into categorized compartments for quick access. The toolbox also includes a USB drive pre-loaded with instructional operation videos, electronic manuals, software installation packages, and detailed test drawings to facilitate a smooth learning curve.
  • To ensure you are production-ready from day one, we include an additional 15-piece ER25 collet set and a 35-piece machining bit set. This collection covers a wide range of round-bottom routers, engraving bits, profile cutters, and specialized cutting tools, making it adaptable to various machining requirements without the need for further sourcing.
Toolbox First Layer Toolbox Second LayerMachining Tool Collet SetMachining Tool Set

Applicable Industries

Whether it's instrument panel, wooden doors, wardrobes, cabinets, or curved chair back, 3D models, 3D molds, etc., The Spire can handle it all with ease.

Technical Parameters

Series
CATEK · Spire
Model
CK-1530-WSP-ST-4S
XYZ Working Travel
1500*3000*400mm
Bed
Spire-specific machining center processed reinforced bed base, independent anti-interference control cabinet
Gantry
Reinforced aged steel gantry, heavy-duty stress-relieved steel beam
Spindle Mounting Plate
46mm thick hard-anodized aluminum mounting plate
Spindle
CATEKCNC self-developed 5.5KW high-speed variable frequency water-cooled spindle
Spindle Speed
Max speed 24000RPM
Variable Frequency Drive
Hpmont 7.5KW VFD
Tool Holder Type
ER25 φ16mm
Tool Setting Method
Automatic tool setter
Drive Method
X-axis: CATEKCNC self-developed 1500W bus-type absolute servo motor
Y-axis: CATEKCNC self-developed 1500W bus-type absolute servo motor * 2
Z-axis: CATEKCNC self-developed 1000W bus-type absolute servo motor (with brake)
A-axis: CATEKCNC self-developed 750W bus-type absolute servo motor
Reducer
Japan Shimpo planetary gear reducer
Table
Aluminum alloy T-slot table
Transmission Method
XY-axis high-precision ground helical rack and pinion + Z-axis high-precision ground TBI ball screw
Guideways
Taiwan HIWIN high-precision 25 linear guide rails / linear bearings
Loading
Rear auxiliary loading rollers
Dust Collection Method
7.5KW pulse cyclone dust collector
Spindle Cooling Method
S&A CW-5200 constant-temperature water chiller
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
Taiwan SYNTEC 60W-E CNC control system
Handwheel
Pulse electronic handwheel
Lubrication System
Centralized lubrication oil maintenance system
Safety System
Omron limit switch
Working Voltage
AC380V/50Hz
Repeat Positioning Accuracy
±0.01mm
Max. Movement Speed
80,000mm/min
Max. Processing Speed
20,000mm/min
Dimensions
4100*2500*2800mm
Weight
2000kg

* These parameters are specific to this CK-1530-WSP-ST-4S unit; configurations can be customized to meet specific requirements.

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