Advanced 5-Axis CNC Machining Services
Whether you need a prototype or a full production run of identical components, Besten delivers top-tier 5-axis machining services that meet your deadlines and budget.For time-sensitive parts with complex geometries, 5-axis CNC machining offers unparalleled flexibility and efficiency. Besten’s expert team transforms your ideas into reality, from rapid prototypes to final parts engineered for safety-critical uses. Our advanced 5-axis milling capabilities ensure consistently high-quality parts with minimal lead times.
What Is 5 Axis Machining?
5-axis machining is an advanced form of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining that allows for the movement of a cutting tool or part along five different axes simultaneously. This capability provides greater flexibility, precision, and efficiency compared to traditional 3-axis machining, which only moves along three axes (X, Y, and Z).
Here’s a breakdown of the five axes in 5-axis machining:
- X-Axis: Moves the tool or the part horizontally.
- Y-Axis: Moves the tool or the part vertically.
- Z-Axis: Moves the tool or the part depth-wise.
- A-Axis: Rotates around the X-axis.
- B-Axis: Rotates around the Y-axis.
Key Benefits of 5-Axis Machining:
- Complex Geometries: Allows for the creation of complex shapes and intricate designs that would be difficult or impossible with 3-axis machining.
- Improved Surface Finish: By allowing the tool to approach the part from any angle, 5-axis machining can achieve superior surface finishes.
- Reduced Setup Time: Fewer setups are needed because the part does not need to be manually repositioned as frequently.
- Higher Precision: Enhanced accuracy and precision due to fewer repositionings and better access to complex parts.
- Increased Efficiency: Faster production times as multiple faces of a part can be machined simultaneously.
Our CNC Machining Capabilities
At Besten, we take pride in providing a diverse range of CNC machining services tailored to various specifications. Our comprehensive offerings ensure that you will discover the ideal machining solution for your CNC machined prototypes or custom parts at Besten.
General Machining Information
| 3-Axis Milling | 3+2-Axis Milling | 4-Axis Milling | 5-Axis Milling | Turning | |
| Max Processing Strokes | 2600 x 2600 mm 102.4 x 102.4 in | 1000 x 650 x 600 mm 39.4 x 25.6 x 23.6 in | 850 x 550 x 600 mm 33.5 x 21.7 x 23.6 in | 660 x 1020 x 500 mm 26 x 40.2 x 19.7 in | 860 x 300 mm 33.9 x 11.8 in |
| Precision | ±0.015mm | ±0.015mm | ±0.015mm | 0.003mm-0.005mm | ±0.01mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 | 24,000 | 4,500 |
Simultaneous 5 Axis CNC Machining
Experience swift, efficient, and uninterrupted 5-axis CNC machining with enhanced transition capabilities and superior surface finish. Our state-of-the-art 5-axis machining center facilitates continuous adjustments across all five axes without interruption. Benefit from the intelligent features of our 5-axis CNC machining, guaranteeing seamless processes and transitions for optimal efficiency.
3+2 Axis CNC Machining
Leverage the advanced 3+2 axis machining technology for your specialized applications. This method secures the part in a fixed orientation, enabling traditional 3-axis machining. Our 3+2 axis machining utilizes shorter, more rigid cutting tools to enhance dimensional stability. Achieve complex CNC machined parts with tight tolerances while reducing costs and cycle times.
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Why 5-Axis CNC Machining
1.Swift Turnaround Time
Utilizing 5-axis machining streamlines production by eliminating the need for multiple setups and manual rotations, particularly beneficial for intricate parts. This efficiency translates to shorter lead times and minimized delays.
Intricate Geometric Capabilities
Harnessing the power of 5-axis CNC machining enables the creation of intricate parts with complex shapes and features. Unlike conventional CNC machines that may struggle with curved lines and recessed areas, 5-axis machines effortlessly handle such geometries.
Simplified Fixturing
Unlike 3-axis machining that relies on complex fixtures to secure parts, 5-axis machining simplifies the process by holding the workpiece in one position while rotating to achieve desired angles. This eliminates the need for intricate fixtures, enhancing efficiency.
Enhanced Precision
Minimize inaccuracies caused by frequent setup changes with 5-axis machining. By maintaining consistent positioning of the workpiece, precision is optimized, ensuring high-quality parts with minimal error margins.
Rapid Material Removal
With 5-axis machining, cutting tools can directly access surfaces, allowing for more efficient material removal and faster machining speeds. This heightened productivity not only accelerates production but also reduces costs.
Exceptional Surface Finishes
Achieve superior surface finishes more efficiently with 5-axis machining. Unlike the time-consuming process of making multiple small cuts in 3-axis machining, 5-axis machines excel at producing impeccable surface finishes, even on complex geometries.
Materials for Custom 5 Axis CNC Machining
At Besten we can providing 5-Axis CNC Machining from different material for you to test your concept models ,visual presentation prototypes or verify your design engineer works .we are allow almost all the plastic materials and metal materials such as :
Surface Finishes for 5 Axis CNC Machining
| Item | Description | Materials | Color | Texture |
| Anodizing | Anodizing improves corrosion resistance, enhancing wear resistance and hardness, and protecting the metal surface. Widely used are 2 types:type II anodizing(coating thickness: 12-18μm for black, 8-12μm for clear, and 4-8μm for color) and type III anodizing(hard anodizing, provides excellent corrosion and wear resistance). | Aluminum | Clear, black, grey, red, blue, gold. | Smooth, matte finish. |
| Powder Coating | Powder coating applied as a free-flowing, dry powder and works as a thin layer of protective polymer on the surface of the part.Unlike conventional liquid paint , powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and then cured under heat or with ultraviolet light. | Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel | Black, any RAL code or Pantone number | Gloss or semi-gloss |
| Electroplating | involves coating a metal part with a very thin layer of another metal or metal alloy, in order to protect from corrosion and oxidation of the base part or to change its cosmetic appearance. Tin, Nickel, Zinc (galvanizing), and Chrome are all common plating metals. | Aluminum, steel, stainless steel | n/a | Smooth, glossy finish |
| Brushing | Brushing is a surface treatment process in which abrasive belts are used to draw traces on the surface of a material, usually for aesthetic purposes. | ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel | n/a | satin |
| Polishing | Polishing is the process of creating a smooth and shiny surface, either through physical rubbing of the part or by chemical interference. The process produces a surface with significant specular reflection, but in some materials is able to reduce diffuse reflection. | PC,PMMA,Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel | n/a | Glossy |
| Printing & Etching | You can choose silk screening,pad printing or laser etching for different structures ,silk screening can be used for larger surfaces and when mixing multiple colors for even more complex graphics; pad printing can be used for printing on curved surfaces; laser etching is ideal for making precise and permanent marks on metal and some plastics. | Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel | n/a | n/a |
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