The machining industry is ever-evolving; it ebbs and flows with the market’s needs. What remains on a steady incline is the need for speed, capacity, accuracy, skilled labor, and reduction of human error, regardless of industry or shop size. As technology advances, demand for complex parts at a fast pace is higher than ever.
New machine technologies are born with the above needs in mind, especially 5-axis technologies. Whether or not you’re new to 5-axis, or maybe machining in general, we’re here to relieve the complexity that tends to revolve around 5-axis operations and to reveal how 5-axis can make your shop run as efficiently as possible with an incredible ROI.
5-Axis machines utilize the typical X, Y, and Z-axes in conjunction with the A and B-axes so that your tools can get to five sides of a part, no extra turning or setup required.
If you’ve never seen 5-axis in motion, try this: Hold an object from the bottom, out in front of you. Point a pen down vertically above the object. While tipping the object left and right, forward and backward (the A and B-axes), simultaneously move the pen up, down, side to side, in and out (the X, Y, and Z-axes).
While deeply simplified, this can begin to lend insight to the 5-axis process. You can also check out our YouTube channel to view more in-depth videos of the 5-axis process and the different products it can create, such as Darth Vader.
Working on a 5-axis machine minimizes setups, allows for faster cycle time, produces less scrap, increases spindle uptime, and, contrary to popular belief, actually lessens the need for highly trained individuals, giving your shop the ability to open its possibilities.
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