Choose turning-milling for complex parts with tight positional tolerances. It eliminates re-fixturing errors, reduces lead time, and lowers total cost.
Choose turning-milling for complex parts with tight positional tolerances. It eliminates re-fixturing errors, reduces lead time, and lowers total cost.
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In 3-axis CNC machining, the tool moves along straight X, Y, and Z axes. In 4-axis machining, a rotary A-axis is added, allowing the workpiece to rotate. This enables the machining of complex features on multiple sides without re-fixturing.
Standard machined surface roughness is 125 Ra (3.2 µm); finish machining achieves 63 Ra (1.6 µm). Post-processing such as sandblasting or polishing can further improve surface quality.
Parts that combine cylindrical turning profiles with milling features (such as flats, grooves, holes, hexes, and contours) are best suited. Examples include valve bodies, pump shafts with keyways, joint housings with bolt holes, and manifold blocks.
5-axis simultaneous motion means all five axes move during cutting, enabling complex 3D contour machining. 5-axis positioning (3+2) locks rotary axes at specific angles, then uses standard 3-axis movement. Continuous 5-axis suits complex profiles; positioning 5-axis is better for multi-face prismatic parts.
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