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5 Axis Machining With Fioria
Fioria’s 5-axis machining services deliver exceptional speed and versatility. Equipped with a wide array of advanced 5-axis CNC machines and an extensive selection of materials, Fioria is well-positioned to produce top-quality 5-axis machined components.
Our skilled team and robust manufacturing capabilities enable the fast design and production of intricate, time-critical parts. Leveraging world-class equipment and deep expertise, Fioria employs two superior setups to ensure the precision and complexity your parts demand.
What is 5-axis Machining?
5-axis CNC machining is a sophisticated manufacturing process that enables the cutting tool to move simultaneously along five different axes. This advanced capability is crucial for creating complex, high-precision parts with enhanced efficiency and reduced setup times. Industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing depend on 5-axis machining services to produce intricate components that demand exceptional accuracy.
5 Axis Machining With Fioria
In CNC machining, choosing between 3-axis and 5-axis systems significantly impacts production capabilities. 3-axis machining moves along the X, Y, and Z axes, making it well-suited for simpler parts with flat surfaces. It is widely used in industries such as automotive, construction, and aerospace due to its cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
On the other hand, 5-axis machining incorporates two additional rotational axes, enabling the cutting tool to approach the workpiece from multiple angles. This makes it ideal for manufacturing highly intricate parts with complex geometries. It is the preferred choice in industries like aerospace, medical, and high-end automotive manufacturing, where tight tolerances and exceptional precision are essential.
While 5-axis systems come with higher initial costs, they enhance production efficiency by minimizing the need for multiple setups and reducing the risk of human error. In summary, 3-axis machines are best suited for basic designs, whereas 5-axis machines are optimized for complex components that demand superior accuracy.
Materials Used for Custom 5-Axis CNC Machining
Our 5-axis milling services support a broad selection of materials, including both metals and plastics. Depending on your specific application, you can choose from over 50 production-grade materials available at Fioria. Explore our full list of materials for 5-axis CNC machining, or reach out to us to discuss your unique project needs.
Metals
Aluminum is lightweight and strong, offering excellent machinability and corrosion resistance. Perfect for aerospace and automotive components, our aluminum CNC milling service delivers precise, high-quality machining customized to your requirements.
Alloys include:
Aluminum 6061, 6061-T6
Aluminum 2024
Aluminum 5052
Aluminum 5083
Aluminum 6063
Aluminum 6082
Aluminum 7075, 7075-T6
Aluminum ADC12 (A380)
Copper is renowned for its excellent electrical conductivity and thermal properties, making it ideal for electrical components and heat exchangers.
Alloys include:
Copper C101 (T2)
Copper C103 (T1)
Copper C103 (TU2)
Copper C110 (TU0)
Beryllium Copper
Brass is durable and features a low friction coefficient, making it well-suited for fittings, tools, and musical instruments that demand precision.
Alloys include:
Brass C27400
Brass C28000
Brass C36000
Bronze offers excellent resistance to corrosion and metal fatigue, making it a preferred choice for bearings, bushings, and marine hardware.
Alloys:
Tin Bronze
Steel is an alloy known for its high tensile strength and durability, widely used in construction and automotive industries due to its robustness.
Alloys:
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
SPCC
Stainless steel is well-known for its corrosion resistance, making it an excellent choice for medical devices and food processing equipment.
Alloys:
Stainless Steel SUS201
Stainless Steel SUS303
Stainless Steel SUS304
Stainless Steel SUS316
Stainless Steel SUS316L
Stainless Steel SUS420
Stainless Steel SUS430
Stainless Steel SUS431
Stainless Steel SUS440C
Stainless Steel SUS630 (17-4PH)
Stainless Steel AISI 304
Magnesium is the lightest structural metal, providing a high strength-to-weight ratio, ideal for automotive and aerospace applications where minimizing weight is essential.
Alloys:
Magnesium Alloy AZ31B
Magnesium Alloy AZ91D
Titanium features the highest strength-to-density ratio of all metals, with excellent resistance to corrosion and fatigue, making it ideal for aerospace, medical, and marine applications.
Alloys:
Titanium Alloy TA1
Titanium Alloy TA2
Titanium Alloy TC4 (Ti-6Al-4V)
Plastics
ABS is strong, durable, and offers good resistance to heat and impact. It’s preferred for automotive components and consumer goods. ABS Beige(Natural) ABS Black ABS Black Antistatic ABS Milky White ABS+PC Black ABS+PC White
Polycarbonate is extremely durable and has high impact resistance, along with excellent clarity, used for bullet-proof glass and protective gear. PC Black PC Transparent PC White PC Yellowish White PC+GF30 Black
PMMA, or acrylic, is known for its crystal clarity and weather resistance, making it ideal for outdoor fixtures and display cases. PMMA Black PMMA Transparent PMMA White
POM is strong, with a low friction surface and good dimensional stability, perfect for precision parts in mechanical applications. Dark brown (coffee) POM 100AF POM Black POM Blue POM White
Nylon is versatile, strong, and wears well against friction, commonly used for gears, bearings, and other wear-resistant surfaces. PA(Nylon) Blue PA6 (Nylon)+GF15 Black PA6 (Nylon)+GF30 Black PA66 (Nylon) Beige(Natural) PA66 (Nylon) Black
Polyethylene is lightweight and has high resistance to impact, widely used in packaging and containers. PE Black PE White
PEEK is renowned for its high temperature resistance and strength, often used in aerospace and medical implant manufacturing. PEEK Beige(Natural) PEEK Black
Polypropylene is tough, has excellent chemical resistance, and is used for automotive parts, containers, and in packaging. PP Black PP White PP+GF30 Black
HDPE is known for its high strength-to-density ratio, resistance to impacts, and is used in making bottles and corrosion-resistant piping. HDPE Black HDPE White
HIPS is easy to machine and offers good dimensional stability and impact resistance, suitable for prototyping and modeling. HIPS Board White
LDPE is soft, flexible, and used in applications where heat sealing is required, such as in tubing and plastic bags. LDPE White
Surface Finishes for 5 Axis CNC Machining
Fioria offers a wide range of surface finishes to enhance the quality of your 5-axis machined parts. These finishes not only improve the appearance of the components but also enhance surface roughness, hardness, corrosion resistance, and more. Additionally, they help conceal visible tool marks on the product surfaces.
As Machined
The as-machined finish presents the surface directly from the CNC process, offering a cost-effective option that typically shows tool marks.
Anodizing
Anodizing enhances corrosion resistance and wear durability, while also enabling color dyeing, making it ideal for aluminum components.
Polishing
Polishing creates a high-gloss finish by reducing surface roughness, thereby improving the visual appeal of metal parts.
Sand Blasting
Sand blasting employs pressurized sand or other abrasive media to clean and texture surfaces, producing a consistent matte finish.
Tumbling
Tumbling smooths and polishes small parts through friction and abrasion inside a barrel, resulting in a consistent finish with a slight texture.
Electropolish
Electropolishing is a chemical treatment that smooths and brightens surfaces while enhancing corrosion resistance.
Alodine
Alodine coating offers corrosion protection and enhances paint adhesion, primarily applied to aluminum surfaces.
Heat Treatment
Heat treatment modifies the mechanical properties of metal to enhance its hardness, strength, or ductility.
Brushed Finish
A brushed finish produces a unidirectional satin texture that helps minimize the visibility of marks and scratches on the surface.
Powder Coating
Powder coating applies a durable, wear-resistant layer that offers excellent color and texture options, making it suitable for various surfaces.
Electroplating
Electroplating deposits a thin metal layer onto parts, enhancing wear resistance, corrosion protection, and surface conductivity.
Black Oxidize
Black oxide is a conversion coating for ferrous metals that enhances corrosion resistance and reduces light reflection.
5-Axis CNC Machining Capabilities
Our ISO 9001 certification demonstrates our commitment to producing 5-axis milled parts that meet the most stringent tolerance requirements. We adhere to ISO-2768-m standards for CNC-milled plastics and ISO-2768-f for metals. Count on us for high-quality, precise complex parts with exceptional dimensional stability.
| Description | |
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| Maximum Part Size | 4000×1500×600 mm |
| Minimum Part Size | 5 x 5 x 5 mm |
| General Tolerances | Within ±0.002 mm |
| Lead Time | For standard operations, lead times can be as short as 2-3 days, while more complex projects might require up to 2 weeks. |
5 Axis CNC Machining Design Guidelines
| Recommended Size | |
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| Minimum Feature Size | Minimum feature size should be no less than 0.5 mm in width or depth to ensure structural integrity. |
| Linear Dimension | Maintain a precision within ±0.005 mm for linear dimensions to ensure accuracy across the machined part. |
| Hole Diameters (not reamed) | Holes can be machined with diameters starting from 1 mm up to 40 mm without reaming for precision sizing. |
| Shaft Diameters | Shaft diameters should range from 2 mm to 300 mm, considering the tool accessibility and torque requirements. |
| Threads and Tapped Holes | Threads from M2 to M24 can be machined. Ensure to provide adequate relief at the bottom of tapped holes. |
| Text | Minimum text height of 1.5 mm with a depth of 0.5 mm for clarity after machining. |
Fioria 5-axis Machine Shop
Explore our exceptional range of high-performance 5-axis machining centers, including premium horizontal and vertical options. With a fleet of nine advanced 5-axis CNC machines, we are fully equipped to manage large-scale production while ensuring outstanding precision and efficiency. Our state-of-the-art equipment, combined with a team of experienced technicians, enables us to meet a wide array of manufacturing demands across multiple industries. Rely on our expertise to deliver results tailored to your exact specifications.
Get in touch with us for a free quote or to learn more about Fioria’s 5-axis CNC machining services. We provide customized solutions for strong, precise, and durable parts in various shapes and sizes to meet your specific project requirements.
Why Choose Us
Fioria is a trusted CNC turning provider, consistently offering dependable CNC turning services across various industries. Our dedication and advanced technological solutions enable us to deliver complex prototypes and production parts that align with your specific requirements.
/01 High Quality Parts
Achieve exceptional precision in every project. Our cutting-edge milling processes deliver components with tight tolerances—up to ±0.01mm—ensuring flawless assembly and superior operational performance.
/02 Fast Lead Time
Accelerate your production cycle with confidence. Fioria’s domestic facilities and advanced machinery ensure quick turnaround times, enabling businesses to stay on schedule and meet tight deadlines.
/03 Engineering Support
Boost your production timeline with confidence. Fioria’s local workshops and cutting-edge equipment deliver fast turnaround times, helping businesses stay on track and meet critical deadlines.
Simultaneous 5-Axis vs. 3+2 Axis CNC Machining
Simultaneous 5-Axis Machining
Experience fast, efficient, and continuous 5-axis CNC machining with enhanced transitions and superior surface quality. This method utilizes a 5-axis machining center capable of continuously adjusting movements across all five axes without interruption. Our 5-axis CNC machining features intelligent controls to ensure smooth, efficient operations and seamless transitions.
3+2 Axis Machining
Benefit from the versatile 3+2 axis machining technology tailored for your specific applications. This process holds the part in a fixed orientation, allowing standard 3-axis machining to take place. Our 3+2 axis machining employs shorter, more rigid cutting tools, providing improved dimensional stability for your parts. Achieve complex CNC-machined components with tight tolerances at reduced costs and shorter cycle times.
Trunnion-Style vs. Swivel-Rotate-Style 5-Axis Machining
Trunnion-Style Machining Centers
These feature a fixed table with a spindle that moves and rotates along two axes. This design enables machining complex parts from multiple angles in a single setup, making it especially efficient for heavy or larger workpieces due to the stable support provided by the fixed table.
Swivel-Rotate-Style Machining
Also known as a table-table configuration, this style involves mounting the part on a table that rotates and tilts while the spindle remains fixed. It is particularly suited for intricate parts requiring high precision, offering excellent access to various features and effectively handling smaller, more delicate components.
Advantages
Advantages of 5 Axis CNC Machining
5-axis CNC machining provides significant benefits compared to traditional 3-axis machining, making it an excellent choice for projects requiring complex designs and high precision.
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Complex Geometries: Enables machining of intricate shapes and detailed designs from multiple angles, reducing the need for multiple setups.
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Enhanced Accuracy: Limits handling errors caused by repositioning, resulting in greater overall precision of the final product.
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Improved Surface Finish: Allows the tool to maintain an optimal angle relative to the surface, improving surface quality and decreasing the need for secondary finishing.
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Use of Shorter Cutting Tools: Permits closer tool positioning to the workpiece, reducing tool deflection and vibration for more accurate cuts.
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Increased Productivity: Combines multiple machining steps into a single setup, significantly shortening production time.
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Material Conservation: Utilizes efficient tool paths and advanced controls to minimize material waste, which is especially valuable when working with costly materials.
Applications
Applications of 5 Axis CNC Machining
5-axis CNC machining is widely used for its versatility in manufacturing a diverse range of parts across various industries.
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Aerospace Components: Producing airframe structures and engine parts with complex contours that must endure extreme conditions, such as turbine disks, compressor blades, and swivel bearings.
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Automotive Parts: Fabricating transmission gears, engine mounts, and intricate hub assemblies that involve detailed features and deep pocket cuts, efficiently handled by 5-axis CNC machining.
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Medical Implants: Creating custom medical implants like hip joints and cranial plates that require highly personalized shapes and smooth finishes to fit patient anatomy.
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Die and Mold Making: Manufacturing complex molds, dies, and fixtures essential for mass production, including injection molds and stamping dies with fine details and tight tolerances.
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Marine Parts: Producing components for boats and marine vehicles, such as propellers and hull parts, which often feature complex designs and require precise machining for durability and performance in harsh environments.
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Energy Sector Components: Machining parts for power generation equipment like wind turbine hubs and solar panel frames, demanding high precision to ensure efficiency and long-term reliability.
FAQs
Indeed, 5-axis CNC machining is well-known for achieving exceptionally tight tolerances, typically maintaining precision within ±0.005 mm. This high degree of accuracy is made possible by the machine’s ability to access five sides of a part in a single setup, which reduces the number of setups needed and minimizes errors caused by repositioning. The simultaneous movement across all five axes enables closer tool paths, ensuring precise compliance with design specifications, particularly for complex geometries.
The cost of 5-axis CNC milling services can vary significantly depending on factors such as part complexity, material type, and required precision. Typically, prices range from $75 to $250 per hour based on these variables. For an accurate quote, it’s best to submit detailed drawings and specify material requirements through Fioria’s online platform. Keep in mind that although 5-axis machining may have a higher hourly rate, it often reduces overall production time and the number of setups needed.
Choose 5-axis CNC machining for manufacturing parts with complex geometries, intricate details, or when exceptional precision is essential. This technology is perfect for parts that need machining from multiple sides in a single setup or require multiple tool angles to achieve the desired design. Industries like aerospace, medical, and automotive—where complex shapes and tight tolerances are common—greatly benefit from 5-axis machining. It is also the preferred option when aiming to shorten lead times and enhance surface finishes without sacrificing detail.
The primary difference between 5-axis and 3-axis machining lies in their capabilities and the complexity of parts they can manage. 3-axis machining moves along three axes (X, Y, and Z) and is suitable for parts with simpler geometries. It often requires multiple setups and repositioning to access all sides of the part. In contrast, 5-axis machining includes two additional rotational axes, enabling the cutting tool to approach the part from nearly any direction. This capability makes it ideal for complex shapes, reducing setup times and enhancing precision by minimizing part handling.
5-axis CNC machining is an advanced type of computer numerical control (CNC) technology that enables a machine to move a tool or workpiece simultaneously along five different axes. This capability allows for the creation of highly complex shapes and features in a single setup, boosting both precision and efficiency. It is widely used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical to manufacture intricate components.
A 5-axis CNC machine functions by enabling the cutting tool or workpiece to move in five directions: along the X, Y, and Z axes, as well as rotating around the A and B axes. This ability allows it to machine complex geometries without requiring multiple setups or repositioning, thereby reducing human error and enhancing accuracy. The machine’s sophisticated software provides precise control over every movement.
Fioria’s 5-axis CNC machining can achieve exceptionally tight tolerances, often within ±0.001 inches, depending on the material and complexity of the part. Their advanced machinery and rigorous inspection procedures ensure that parts are produced according to your design specifications and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) standards, delivering precise, high-quality components.
