5-axis CNC machining is an advanced CNC machining technology that extends the capabilities of traditional 3-axis CNC machining by adding two rotation axes, allowing the tool or workpiece to move and rotate simultaneously in five different axes. These five axes typically include three linear axes (X, Y, Z) and two rotational axes (usually labeled A, B, C, where A surrounds the X axis, B surrounds the Y axis, and C surrounds the Z axis, but depending on the machine configuration). This allows the machining tool to approach the workpiece from any angle, greatly improving the ability to machine complex shaped parts.
Providing real-time online quotations, our 5-axis CNC machining service can provide you with high-precision, high-precision, complex geometric precision machining parts. With fewer settings for 5-axis CNC equipment, the efficiency generated is higher. Tolerance ± 0.005mm.
Customized CNC machining services can meet the specific needs of customers, whether it is small batch or single piece production, and can be processed according to the design drawings or specifications provided by customers. This flexibility is particularly suitable for the early stages of product development, prototyping, or production of special parts, without the need for significant investment in molds or traditional manufacturing tools.
High Precision and Quality
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining is known for its high degree of automation and precise control, enabling extremely high machining accuracy and surface finish. This is especially important for parts that require precise dimensions and tight tolerances, such as in the aerospace, medical device and semiconductor industries.
Aluminum alloy, with low density, good conductivity and corrosion resistance, is widely used in aerospace, construction, transportation and other fields. Aluminum 6061, 6061-T6 Aluminum 2024 Aluminum 5052 Aluminum 5083 Aluminum 6063 Aluminum 6082 Aluminum 7075, 7075-T6 Aluminum ADC12 (A380)
Widely used in the manufacturing of mechanical parts. Carbon steel has good mechanical properties and its hardness and toughness can be changed through heat treatment. Steel 1018, 1020, 1025, 1045, 1215, 4130, 4140, 4340, 5140, A36 Die steel Alloy steel Chisel tool steel Spring steel High speed steel Cold rolled steel Bearing steel
High strength, low density, good corrosion resistance, used in aero-engines, medical devices and other high-performance areas Magnesium Alloy AZ31B Magnesium Alloy AZ91D
One of the lightest engineering metal materials, used for 3C product housings, automotive parts to reduce weight. Titanium Alloy TA1 Titanium Alloy TA2 Titanium Alloy TC4/Ti-6Al 4V
It is a commonly used thermoplastic with good mechanical properties and impact strength, easy to process, and widely used in prototyping and industrial parts.
Nylon is widely used in engineering parts because of its excellent mechanical properties, abrasion resistance and chemical resistance, but its moisture absorption needs attention.
PC has high toughness, good mechanical processing performance, and excellent impact strength, making it suitable for applications that require high strength and transparency.
POM has very high mechanical strength and hardness, good abrasion resistance, and is one of the engineering thermoplastics with the highest machinability among plastics.
PTFE has a very low coefficient of friction and excellent chemical resistance, making it suitable for applications requiring lubricity or corrosion resistance.
PEEK has excellent mechanical properties, high temperature resistance, and chemical resistance, and is commonly used for high-performance engineering parts.
5-AXIS CNC MACHINING TOLERANCES AND STANDARDS
We follow the ISO 2768 standard for CNC machining.
Maximum Part Size
4000 x 1500 x 600mm
Minimum Part Size
5 x 5 x 5 mm
Tolerance of Precision
±0.002 mm
Minimum Feature Size
Not less than 0.5 mm
Linear Dimension
±0.005 mm
Holes
1-4 mm in diameter
WORKING PRINCIPLE, ADVANTAGES AND APPLICATIONS
1. What is 5-axis CNC Machining Machine?
5-Axis CNC Machines:Depending on the size and shape of the workpiece, 5-axis machining can provide unlimited machining possibilities. The concept of "5-axis" is that the tool can be moved in several directions. 5-axis machining centers allow machining of workpieces at any angle through the linkage of the three linear axes X, Y, and Z, as well as the rotary axes A and B. In other words, 5 sides can be machined in a single clamping. In other words, five faces can be machined in one clamping.
2. The main features and advantages of 5-axis CNC machining include:
Complex Geometry Machining
Capable of efficiently machining parts with complex curved surfaces, polyhedra and irregular shapes, such as aircraft structural components, engine parts, molds and medical equipment parts.
Reduce Clamping Frequency
One clamping can complete the processing of multiple surfaces of the workpiece, reducing cumulative errors caused by repositioning and improving machining accuracy and consistency.
Improve Surface Quality and Accuracy
As the tool can contact the workpiece at the best angle, it reduces the deflection and vibration of the tool, thus obtaining better surface finish and higher machining accuracy.
Optimizing Tool Paths
Suitable for processing complex shaped parts, including spatial surface contours, thanks to the multi axis linkage function of the CNC system.
3. Application of 5-axis CNC Machining
5-axis CNC machining plays a crucial role in multiple industries due to its unique flexibility and high precision, especially suitable for fields that require processing complex, high-precision parts.The following are some of the main application areas of 5-axis CNC machining:
Aerospace
In the aerospace field, 5-axis CNC machining is used to manufacture engine components, such as turbine blades, combustion chambers, nozzles, etc., which not only have complex shapes, but also have extremely high requirements for material properties and machining accuracy. In addition, it is also used for the machining of aircraft structural parts, landing gear components and aircraft shells, etc. to ensure lightweight and high strength.
Automotive Manufacturing Industry
In the automotive industry, 5-axis machining centers are used to manufacture core components such as engine cylinder blocks, cylinder heads, crankshafts, connecting rods, as well as complex suspension systems, transmission components, and lightweight body structural parts. The processing of these parts requires high efficiency and precision, while also meeting the design goals of lightweight and high-strength.
Mold Manufacturing
5-axis CNC in the mold industry in the application of significantly improve the surface quality of the mold and processing efficiency, especially for those with complex surfaces and high precision requirements of the mold, such as injection molds, die casting molds and forging molds. Five-axis machining can complete multi-surface machining at one time, reducing manual polishing and shortening the mold production cycle.
Medical Devices
In medical device manufacturing, 5-axis machining is used to produce precision and complex surgical instruments, implants (such as artificial joints, bone screws), dental equipment, etc. These products have extremely strict requirements for dimensional accuracy and surface smoothness.
TYPES OF SURFACE TREATMENT PROCESSES
There are a wide variety of surface treatment processes designed to enhance the performance of a part, such as increasing corrosion resistance, wear resistance, aesthetics, or other specific features.
Electroplating
Using the principle of electrolysis to deposit a layer of metal plating on a metal surface, such as zinc, copper, nickel, chromium, etc., to enhance corrosion resistance, wear resistance or decorative properties.
Anodizing
Especially for aluminum and aluminum alloys, it generates a dense film of aluminum oxide through electrochemical reaction, which improves corrosion and wear resistance. Color treatment is also available.
Brushing
A process whereby a specific tool is used to create long, thin, parallel filigree marks on a metal surface, giving it a unique texture and visual effect.
Sandblasting
The use of high-pressure jet abrasive (such as sand) to remove surface impurities, providing uniform roughness, to facilitate the subsequent coating adhesion.
DLC Coating
An amorphous thin film of carbon, similar in structure and properties to natural diamond, but without the crystal structure, DLC coatings are widely used in industry due to their excellent properties.
Electrolytic Polishing
Using electrolysis to polish the surface of metals, suitable for aluminum and aluminum alloys, and can achieve a mirror effect.
A When the part has complex surfaces, slopes, or other geometric shapes that are difficult to achieve through traditional 3-axis machining. For parts that require extremely high precision and surface smoothness, 5-axis machining can provide higher machining accuracy and a more stable machining process. 5-axis machining can complete the machining of multiple sides in one clamping, reducing the need for re clamping and thus improving production efficiency. When encountering situations that require complex shapes, high precision requirements, increased efficiency, reduced processing steps, special material processing, reduced processing time, improved flexibility, reduced manual intervention, reduced costs, and meeting specific industry needs, choosing 5-axis machining is very suitable.
A Five axis machining center usually refers to a five axis linkage machining center, which is a multifunctional automated machine tool developed on the basis of traditional three-axis machining center and is currently recognized as the most advanced type of CNC machine tool in the world. The five axis linkage machining center is currently the best solution for solving complex parts such as aircraft turbine engine blades, automotive engine crankshafts, propeller blades, etc. It can be said that for parts that are difficult or impossible to machine with a three-axis machining center, a five axis linkage machining center can complete them better and faster.
Due to the relatively fixed position of the spindle and worktable in a three-axis machining center, the cutting state of the tool will gradually deteriorate when machining the edge of a curved workpiece, and the surface quality of the machined product will not be high; The five axis machining center can ensure that the cutting state between the tool and the workpiece is always in the optimal state through the angle rotation function of the rotating axis. For irregular workpieces, multiple rotations with one clamping can complete the machining.
Propellers, turbine engine blades, crankshafts, and other parts with complex shapes are impossible to machine with three-axis machining centers because of the many interfering tools. Five-axis machining centers, on the other hand, can be rotated and machined with tools that have shorter shanks, thereby increasing system rigidity and improving machining quality.
The five axis machining center can achieve one-time clamping and complete all machining tasks except for the installation bottom surface. Due to the reduction of benchmark conversion caused by clamping, the machining accuracy of the workpiece is more easily guaranteed.
