5-axis equipment – Quality Machined Parts Made Better & Faster

ZK Precision Technology’s five-axis CNC machining excels at producing complex components with high precision and superior surface glossiness. Our advanced capabilities enable precise machining of intricate geometries, reducing setups and boosting efficiency for the most demanding applications.For information on our general CNC machining services, including 3-axis milling, CNC turning and EDM, see our CNC machining service page.

Advantages of 5 Axis Machining with ZKPTC

There are huge numbers of precision machining providers. Why should you choose us? Here are the top 3 reasons:

Complex Geometry Machining

We can handle intricate shapes and angles that would be difficult or impossible with three-axis machines, making it ideal for complex components.

High Precision and Accuracy

Five-axis machines can achieve tight tolerances and maintain high precision, particularly in features like concentricity and surface finish.

Reduced Setups

With five-axis machining, multiple sides of a part can be machined in a single setup, minimizing errors and saving time compared to repositioning the part in different fixtures.

Better Surface Finish

The ability to tilt the tool allows for more consistent contact with the surface, leading to smoother finishes and improved surface quality.

Shorter Lead Times

Enhanced efficiency and fewer setups translate to faster production, making it suitable for time-sensitive projects.

Improved Tool Life

The ability to optimize cutting angles can reduce the strain on cutting tools, extending their lifespan and reducing tooling costs.

5-Axis Machining Applications

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Automotive

5-axis machining is widely used in the automotive industry for the prototyping and production of car components.

These components include:

Engine housings
Engine covers
Valves
Inspection jigs
Light guides

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Aerospace

Although turnaround times may be a big concern for some aerospace companies, complexity is the main reason why the industry is so dependent on 5-axis CNC.

Aircraft components often have intricate geometries — frequently including curves and interior cuts — that would take a long time to machine on a 3-axis setup.

5-axis machining can be used on all manner of titanium and aluminum aerospace parts, including:

Bulkheads
Fuselage sections
Landing gear components

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Medical

Titanium and stainless steel surgical tools are frequently fabricated with 5-axis machining. These parts must be made to a high level of precision and are often made in large quantities, which favors the increased efficiency of a 5-axis CNC machine.

Machined surgical tools include:

Scalpels
Forceps
Cutters
Spacers
Clamps
Surgical scissors

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Military

Large-scale 5-axis machine shops are frequently employed by governments for military projects, with 5-axis CNC suitable for the production of parts such as:

Turbine blades
Submarine parts
Engine parts
Sensors
Weapons

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Electronics

In the electronics industry, 5-axis machining can be used to make essential parts for consumer electronic devices such as digital cameras and laptops.

Electronics casings and enclosures are often machined from plastic or aluminum, and 5-axis CNC is especially useful for chassis of irregularly shaped devices such as SLR cameras.

5-axis machining can also be used to fabricate parts like heat sinks — especially those with irregular or densely populated fin patterns. The efficiency and deftness of 5-axis also makes it easy to fabricate heat sinks in large quantities.

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Oil&Gas

Five-axis CNC machining plays a vital role in producing precision parts for the oil and gas industry, especially for complex structure used in equipment and component manufacturing. Its ability to machine deep cavities with minimal tool chatter ensures high accuracy and quality, which are essential for parts subjected to harsh conditions. The enhanced tool access allows the use of shorter, more rigid cutting tools, leading to better precision and surface finish. Compared to EDM, five-axis CNC machining provides a faster and more efficient solution, making it ideal for the time-sensitive needs of the oil and gas sector.

Specification Of our 5 Axis Machining Equipment

5-axis machining is, as the name suggests, a form of CNC machining in which the cutting tool can move along five axes instead of the usual three.

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Gallery of Our CNC machining parts

We machine rapid prototypes and low & large volume production orders for customers in multiple industries: medical devices, aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, hardware startups, industrial automation, machinery, marine and robotics, and many more.