3 Axis CNC Machining

3 Axis CNC Machining Specification

Product Type
CNC Machining

Material
Metals, plastics, alloys

3 Axis CNC Machining Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
1 pieces

FOB Port
Shenzhen

Supply Ability
5000 Per Month

Delivery Time
30 Days

Sample Policy
Contact us for information regarding our sample policy

Main Export Market(s)
Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, Africa

Main Domestic Market
All India

About 3 Axis CNC Machining

Products Features

Cost-effective

The 3-axis CNC machine has a simple structure, and its equipment acquisition, programming, operation and maintenance costs are significantly lower than that of multi-axis machine tools, and it has excellent cost-effectiveness while achieving high-precision machining, especially suitable for small and medium-sized production.

Stable and high-precision

3 Axis CNC Machining uses simple mechanical structure, good rigidity, relatively low mass of moving parts, less vibration during machining, and more stable dynamic performance during machining. After good calibration, excellent dimensional accuracy and repeatable positioning accuracy can be achieved in the three linear axes.

Wide selection of materials

The range of processing materials is extremely wide, covering most metals (e.g. aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, titanium alloys), engineering plastics (e.g. ABS, POM, Nylon), wood and composite materials (e.g. carbon fiber), etc.

Strong surface treatment ability

For geometric features such as planes, cavities, and contours, high-quality surface finishes (up to Ra 0.8 m or more) can be obtained by selecting appropriate tools, optimizing cutting parameters and tool pass strategies, and in some cases directly replacing subsequent finishing processes.

3 axis vs 5 axis

3 axis CNC machining and 5 axis CNC machining are two commonly used machining methods in the manufacturing industry. In short, 3-axis CNC machining is suitable for machining parts with simple structures; 5-axis machining, on the other hand, is mainly used for machining parts with complex geometries or internal cavities. The following table clearly illustrates the core differences between the two:

Comparison Item	3 axis CNC machining	5-axis CNC machining
Axis Of Motion	X, Y, Z three linear axes	X, Y, Z three linear axes + A, C two rotary axes
Processing Features:	The workpiece is fixed and the tool moves in a straight line in three directions	The tool and the workpiece can move at the same time and approach the workpiece from any angle
Advantage	Low cost and simple programming	One clamping can complete the processing of complex surfaces with high precision and better surface quality
Limitations	Complex parts need to be clamped multiple times, and each clamping requires the use of specific fixtures, which is inefficient and prone to cumulative errors	The cost of equipment and programming is high, and the technical requirements for operators are high
Applicable Parts	Plates, plates, box parts, 2D/3D contours, mold cores	Impellers, turbines, engine blocks, medical devices, aerospace parts, complex sculptural surfaces

Applications

Mold Manufacturing

In mold manufacturing, key components such as cores, cavities and bases can be manufactured using 3 axis CNC machining, such as cores, cavities and bases.

Mechanical Parts And Structural Parts

3 axis CNC machining is commonly used in the manufacture of foundational and critical components in a wide range of industrial equipment, such as motor housings, motor flanges, connection plates, gearbox boxes, pump housings, etc.

Automation And Robotics

3 AXIS CNC Machining manufactures core components for high-precision automation systems, such as aluminum frames, sheet metal parts, and slide tables and rail bases.

Automotive Industry

In the automotive industry, 3-axis machining is required from prototyping to parts production. For example, the appearance and function of the engine cover, the initial processing of tooling fixtures and transmission housings, etc.