What Is 5-Axis CNC Machining?

5-axis CNC machining simultaneously controls five axes of motion (X, Y, Z plus two rotary axes), allowing a single setup to machine complex geometries on multiple faces of a part. The result: tighter tolerances, fewer setups, reduced cumulative error, and shorter lead time for turbine blades, impellers, structural aerospace brackets, surgical instruments, and optical housings.

We run DMG MORI and Mazak 5-axis machines with CMM verification at every step. Typical lead time 5–10 business days, MOQ 1 piece.

5 Axis CNC Machining Service — What Is 5-Axis CNC Machining?

Tolerances, Materials, Surface Finish

Specification Metric Imperial
Min Tolerance ±0.005 mm ±0.0002"
Standard Tolerance ±0.02 mm ±0.0008"
Max Part Size 500 × 500 × 400 mm 20" × 20" × 16"
Surface Roughness Ra 0.4–1.6 μm Ra 16–63 μin
Lead Time 5–10 business days 5–10 business days
MOQ 1 piece 1 piece

Compatible Materials and Surface Treatments

Materials

  • Aluminum 6061-T6
  • Aluminum 7075-T6
  • Stainless Steel 304 / 316L
  • Stainless Steel 17-4 PH
  • Titanium Ti-6Al-4V
  • Inconel 718
  • Brass C360
  • Tool Steel P20 / H13

Surface Finish

  • Anodizing (Type II / Type III Hard Coat)
  • Passivation (ASTM A967)
  • Electropolishing
  • Mirror Polishing
  • Bead Blasting
  • Black Oxide
  • Powder Coating

Industries

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Medical Devices
  • Optical & Laser
  • Robotics
  • Semiconductor Equipment
  • Marine

5 Axis CNC Machining Service — Frequently Asked Questions

STEP (.stp/.step) is preferred. We also accept IGES, STL, DXF, PDF drawings, and native SolidWorks / Fusion 360 / CATIA files.
±0.005 mm (±0.0002") on critical features, verified by CMM inspection report included with every order.
Yes. We sign a mutual NDA before any drawing review. Files are stored encrypted and deleted after the project.
Standard lead time is 5–10 business days. Rush service (3–5 days) available on request.

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