5 & 7 Axis CNC Machining Services

5-axis and 7-axis machining centers are advanced CNC machines that offer enhanced precision, flexibility, and complexity in machining operations. Our 5- and 7-axis machines are particularly beneficial for producing intricate and complex parts used in industries like aerospace, defense, medical devices, and automotive.

5-Axis CNC Machining Centers

A 5-axis machine allows movement along five different axes simultaneously (typically three linear axes—X, Y, Z—and two rotational axes). This capability provides several advantages:

Complex Geometries: Ideal for parts with complex shapes, such as orthopedic implants and molds.
Reduced Setup Time: Parts can be machined in a single setup, eliminating the need to reposition them, which increases efficiency and reduces errors.
Precision: Achieves high-precision finishes with fewer tool changes and reduced tooling wear.
Aerospace and Medical: Commonly used to create critical components like aerospace engine parts, orthopedic implants, and surgical tools, where accuracy and intricate designs are paramount.

7-Axis CNC Machining Centers

7-axis machines build upon the capabilities of 5-axis centers, adding two additional axes for even greater flexibility and automation. The added axes may involve further rotation or advanced tool positioning.

Increased Flexibility: The extra axes allow for more complicated tool paths, making it possible to work on even more complex parts in a single setup.
Enhanced Access: Parts with deep cavities or intricate internal features can be machined with greater precision, even in hard-to-reach areas.
Improved Efficiency: With more axes, it reduces the number of machine setups and can process more complex geometries in less time, making it ideal for industries requiring rapid prototyping or high-volume production.

5- and 7-Axis CNC Machining Applications

Aerospace: For machining parts like turbine blades, engine components, and structural parts with highly detailed features.
Medical: For making custom implants, surgical tools, and instruments with intricate designs and tight tolerances.
Defense: Precision machining of complex components like gun parts, aircraft parts, and military components.

Both 5-axis and 7-axis machines are essential for high-precision, high-complexity applications that require minimal human intervention and maximum efficiency in production.

5- and 7-Axis CNC Machining Centers

2 × Okuma Multus-B300-W — 22.83" × 6.300" × 36.800"
3 × Willemin 408 MT (7-axis) — 9.840" × 7.875" × 11.810"

Contact Primo Medical Group for Precision 5- and 7-Axis Machining Services

Primo Medical Group offers about 45 years of experience in medical device development, providing contract manufacturing and advanced machining, among a suite of other capabilities to produce high-performance solutions. With ISO 13485:2016 certifications, cleanroom capabilities, and advanced technology to fulfill your project requirements, partnering with Primo Medical Group will consistently meet or exceed your expectations in 5- and 7-axis machining. Contact us to discuss your requirements or request a quote to begin your project.