Parpas XT 1000

$2,000,000 - $5,000,000+ Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

24,000 RPM (40,000 RPM option)

Spindle Taper

HSK-A63

Rapid Traverse

60 m/min (X/Y/Z)

Spindle Power

45 kW (60.3 hp)

Accuracy

< 0.008 mm

x axis travel

1,000 mm per module (expandable)

Overview

The Parpas XT 1000 is a large-format 5-axis gantry machining center from Parpas (Fratelli Parpas S.p.A.), an Italian precision machine tool manufacturer founded in 1966 and based in Casalserugo, near Padova. Parpas specializes in large-scale high-speed 5-axis machining centers for the aerospace, automotive dies, energy, and precision mold industries — machines in the multi-million dollar range that combine large work envelopes with the precision and surface finish normally associated with much smaller machining centers.

The XT 1000 is Parpas's high-speed gantry platform, featuring 1,000 mm X-column travel increments (expandable in modules up to 20,000+ mm total), 1,200 mm Y crossrail travel, and 800 mm Z spindle travel. The machine uses a high-speed 5-axis head (A-axis ±115°, C-axis 360° continuous) with up to 40,000 RPM spindle for high-speed contouring of aluminum aerospace structures, large composite tooling molds, and complex 5-axis die/mold geometries. Parpas's all-linear motor design on X, Y, and Z eliminates ballscrews — providing backlash-free servo response and sustained high accuracy through long machining programs.

Parpas's Italian heritage in precision machine tool engineering, combined with their focus on the high-end aerospace and energy mold market, produces machines that compete directly with Forest Liné (France), Fooke (Germany), SNK (Japan), and Handtmann (Germany) in the large-format 5-axis gantry segment. Their XT series machines are installed at major European aerospace manufacturers and their suppliers, particularly in the Airbus and premium automotive supply chain.

At $2,000,000-$5,000,000+ depending on X-travel length, spindle specification, and 5-axis head configuration, the Parpas XT 1000 is positioned for aerospace structural panel manufacturers, large composite mold shops, and heavy automotive die production facilities.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	1,000 mm per module (expandable)
Y Axis Travel	1,200 mm (47.2 in)
Z Axis Travel	800 mm (31.5 in)
A Axis Tilt	±115°
C Axis Rotation	360° continuous
Max Spindle Speed	24,000 RPM (40,000 RPM option)
Spindle Taper	HSK-A63
Spindle Motor Power	45 kW (60.3 hp)
Drives	Linear motors (X, Y, Z)
Rapid Traverse Rate	60 m/min (X/Y/Z)
Positioning Accuracy	< 0.008 mm
CNC Control	Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl
Machine Weight	Per configuration (typically 50,000-200,000 kg)
Model	ACTIVE LINEAR FIVE 2000Discontinued Model
Brand	PARPAS
Type	Vertical Machining Centers (5-Axis or More)
Listings	(1)
Machining Centers Vertical	7 photosYear: 2015
7 Photos	Year: 2015
Caltec Concepts Engineering1808 West Mahalo Placedominguez Hills California 90220united States	Panacom Electronics Limited27,Dilkusha C/A,5th Floor,Room No,-607,Dhaka 1000Bangladesh

Specifications sourced from machinetools.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Linear motor drives on X, Y, Z provide backlash-free servo response for sustained accuracy through long aerospace machining programs
Modular X-travel design enables configuring exact work envelope for specific production requirements
40,000 RPM spindle option enables high-speed aluminum aerospace panel contouring at 60 m/min rapids
±115° A-axis provides full 5-axis access to complex undercut surfaces on large molds and aerospace structures
Parpas's Italian precision engineering heritage with Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl as standard — familiar control in European aerospace supply chains

Limitations

$2M-$5M+ investment requires dedicated large-format 5-axis production program to justify
Linear motors require clean, temperature-controlled environment to maintain accuracy and prevent contamination of the linear scales
Parpas's North American service presence is minimal — machine requires European-origin service and parts supply chain
Large machine installation requires months of site preparation, foundation work, and machine leveling

Best For

Aerospace structural panel manufacturers machining large aluminum fuselage panels, wing covers, and structural ribs for Airbus and Boeing supply chains Automotive die manufacturers machining large body-in-white stamping dies in hardened tool steel requiring 5-axis die surface contouring Composite tooling manufacturers machining large autoclave mold tools for CFRP airframe and automotive body panel production Energy sector manufacturers machining large turbine blade die sets, impeller molds, and large industrial component tooling European aerospace and premium automotive supply chains where Parpas is a specified machine tool brand

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What makes Parpas different from other large 5-axis gantry machine manufacturers?

Parpas differentiates through their all-linear-motor drive architecture on X, Y, and Z axes — rare at this machine scale where most competitors use high-lead ballscrews. Linear motors eliminate the backlash, thermal compliance, and wear-induced accuracy drift of ballscrews, providing a machine that maintains its calibrated accuracy through years of production use. Combined with their high-speed 5-axis head (up to 40,000 RPM) and Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl control, Parpas targets the highest performance segment of the large-format 5-axis market.

02 What is the modular X-travel design?

Parpas builds their XT series with X-axis travel in modular increments — the basic machine has 1,000 mm X-travel that can be extended in 1,000 mm modules to match the specific production requirement. A customer machining 3,000 mm aerospace panels orders 3,000 mm X-travel; another machining 8,000 mm wing spars orders 8,000 mm X-travel. This modular approach allows Parpas to supply a precisely-configured machine rather than requiring customers to choose between inadequate and over-specified standard travel options.

03 What is the difference between Parpas and Forest Liné for large 5-axis machining?

Parpas (Italian) and Forest Liné (French) both specialize in large-format 5-axis machining centers for aerospace and automotive die applications. Forest Liné has stronger brand recognition in the French aerospace supply chain (Airbus Toulouse) and offers a range of specialized aerospace machining configurations. Parpas has deep penetration in Italian and broader European automotive die production (Ferrari, Lamborghini die suppliers) alongside aerospace. Technically, both use linear motor drives and high-speed spindle technology — the choice is often driven by geographic service presence and OEM supply chain specification.