5-Axis CNC Machining Services
- High Precision for Complex Parts
- High Precision and High Concentricity
- ISO 9001:2015
5-Axis Machining with DirectProto
Materials for 5-Axis CNC Machining
Choose from over 70 premium materials for your CNC machining projects – we’ve got the perfect metal or plastic to maximize your part’s performance and durability.
Aluminum
Aluminum offers high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and excellent thermal/electrical conductivity, making it ideal for aerospace, automotive, and precision CNC machining. Its machinability and weldability ensure fast, cost-efficient production without sacrificing performance.
Alloys:
Aluminium 7075-T651 | 3.4365 | 76528 | AlZn5.5MgCu Aluminium 6082-T651 | 3.2315 | 64430 | AlSi1MgMn Aluminium 6060 | 3.3206 | AlMgSi Aluminium 5052 | EN AW-5052 | 3.3523 | AlMg2,5 Aluminium 2017 | 3.1325 | 24530 | AlCu4MgSi
Available Finish:
As machined, Anodizing, Powder coating, Electroplating, Painting, Sand blasting, Polishing
Brass
Brass delivers an unbeatable combo of machinability (20% faster than steel), corrosion resistance, and antimicrobial properties—making it the go-to for precision valves, marine fittings, and medical instruments. This golden alloy balances strength with ductility, conducts heat/ electricity like a champion, and polishes to jewelry-grade brilliance for decorative hardware and audiophile components.
Alloys:
H59, H62, C260, C360
Available Finish:
As machined, Polishing, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Electropolish, Alodine, Heat treatment, Black oxidize, Electroless nickel, Chrome plating, Brushed finish
Copper
Copper delivers superior electrical & thermal conductivity with excellent corrosion resistance, perfect for electrical components, heat exchangers, and precision CNC machined parts. Its high ductility and machinability allow tight tolerances while maintaining durability under stress.
Alloys:
C11000, C10100, C10200
Available Finish:
As machined, Polishing, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Electropolish, Alodine, Heat treatment, Black oxidize, Electroless nickel, Chrome plating, Brushed finish
Bronze
Bronze combines high strength, wear resistance, and low friction with natural corrosion protection, making it ideal for bearings, marine hardware, and precision CNC components. Its machinability and fatigue resistance ensure long-lasting performance in demanding mechanical and chemical environments.
Alloys:
C64200, C93200
Available Finish:
As machined, Polishing, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Electropolish, Alodine, Heat treatment, Black oxidize, Electroless nickle, Chrome plating, Powder coating, Brushed finish
Steel
Steel offers exceptional strength, durability, and impact resistance while maintaining reliable machinability for tight-tolerance components. Its versatility in heat treatment and corrosion-resistant alloys makes it ideal for automotive, aerospace, industrial machinery, and structural applications.
Alloys:
Structured Steel, Mold Steel, Alloy Steel, Tool Steel, Bearing Steel, Carbon Steel
Available Finish:
As machined, Electroplating, Passivation, Powder coating
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel delivers superior strength, corrosion resistance, and heat tolerance with excellent machinability for precision parts. Its hygienic and oxidation-resistant properties make it essential for medical, food processing, marine, and chemical industries.
Alloys:
Stainless Steel SUS201, SUS303, SUS 304, SUS316, SUS316L, SUS42, SUS430, SUS431, SUS440C, SUS630/17-4PH, AISI 304
Available Finish:
As machined, Electroplating, Passivation, Powder coating
Magnesium
Magnesium provides exceptional lightweight strength, high stiffness-to-weight ratio, and excellent thermal conductivity while maintaining good machinability. Its natural EMI shielding and biodegradability make it perfect for aerospace, automotive, electronics, and medical implants.
Alloys:
AZ31B, AZ91D, AZ61B, ZK61M, MB15-RE
Available Finish:
As machined, Polishing, Sand Blasting, Tumbling, Alodine, Heat treatment, Anodizing, Teflon coating, Electroless nickel, Painting, Powder coating, Electrophoresis
Titanium
Titanium offers unmatched strength-to-weight ratio, extreme corrosion resistance, and high-temperature stability while remaining highly machinable for precision components. Its biocompatibility and durability make it ideal for aerospace, medical implants, marine, and high-performance automotive applications.
Alloys:
Titanium Alloy TA1, Alloy TA2, Alloy TC4/Ti-6Al 4V
Available Finish:
As machined, Polishing, Sand Blasting, Tumbling, Electropolish, Alodine, Anodizing, Electroless nickel, Painting, Powder coating, Brushed finish
ABS
ABS combines high impact resistance, toughness, and good thermal stability with excellent machinability and surface finish potential. Its chemical resistance and affordability make it ideal for automotive parts, consumer electronics, prototypes, and industrial housings.
Subtypes:
ABS Beige(Natural), ABS Blac, ABS Black Antistati, ABS Milky Whit, ABS+PC Black, ABS+PC White
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Teflon coating, Painting, Powder coating, Electrophoresis
PC
PC (Polycarbonate) offers exceptional impact resistance (250x stronger than glass) while maintaining optical clarity, lightweight versatility, and easy machinability—perfect for medical devices, safety gear, and automotive lenses. With high thermal stability and resistance to acids/alcohols, PC thrives in environments demanding transparency and rugged durability, from electronics to bulletproof glazing.
Subtypes:
PC Black, PC Transparent, PC White, PC Yellowish White, PC+GF30 Black
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Painting, Brushed Finish
HDPE
HDPE offers high strength-to-density ratio, excellent impact resistance, and moisture-proof stability while being easily machined, welded, or thermoformed. Its chemical resistance and low-cost durability make it ideal for fluid storage tanks, corrosion-resistant piping, food-grade containers, and outdoor industrial components.
Subtypes:
HDPE Black, HDPE White
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Painting, Powder coating, Teflon coating
PTFE
PTFE defies friction with the lowest coefficient of any solid (0.05-0.1), laughs at 260°C molten aluminum while remaining chemically inert to every acid—including aqua regia—yet mills into self-lubricating seals and non-stick labware that outperform stainless steel in semiconductor wafer carriers and FDA-compliant food processing.
Subtypes:
Teflon (PTFE) Black, Teflon (PTFE) White
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Powder coating, Brushed finish
POM
POM (Delrin®) brings surgical precision to CNC machining—delivering stiffness rivaling aluminum, near-zero moisture absorption, and self-lubricating smoothness that outperforms metals in gears, rollers, and high-wear components.
Subtypes:
Dark brown (coffee) POM 100AF, POM Black, POM Blue, POM White
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Painting
PE
PE (Polyethylene) combines lightweight flexibility with high impact strength, excellent moisture resistance, and effortless machinability—ideal for fluid containers, chemical tanks, and medical packaging. Its chemical inertness (resists acids, alkalis, and solvents) and low-cost durability make it the workhorse of consumer goods, industrial liners, and food-safe applications.
Subtypes:
HDPE, UHMW-PE, LDPE
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Painting, Powder coating
PMMA
PMMA (Acrylic) shines with optical clarity (92% light transmission), glass-like rigidity yet half the weight, UV/weather resistance, and effortless thermoforming—a staple for lenses, displays, and outdoor signage. Though brittle, its scratch resistance and biocompatibility make it ideal for medical devices, LED optics, and architectural glazing where aesthetics meet endurance.
Subtypes:
PMMA Black, PMMA Transparent, PMMA White
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Painting
PEEK
PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) boasts aerospace-grade strength—retaining stiffness at 250°C, resisting hydrolysis and aggressive chemicals, while machining like high-performance metal—perfect for oil & gas valves, spinal implants, and semiconductor parts. This “liquid metal” of plastics delivers unmatched wear resistance, sterilization stability, and weight savings for extreme environments from deep-sea robotics to jet engines.
Subtypes:
PEEK Beige(Natural), PEEK Black
Available Finish:
As machined, Sand blasting, Tumbling, Painting, Powder coating
Surface Finishes for 5-Axis CNC Machining
Give your parts the perfect final touch – choose from 35+ professional surface finishes to enhance functionality, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal.
As Machined
Polishing
Anodizing
Painting
Zinc Plating
Black Oxidize
Chrome Plating
Nickel Plating
5-Axis CNC Machining Capabilities
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Maximum Part Size (mm) | 1800×2500×800 |
| Minimum Part Size (mm) | 3×3×3 |
| General Tolerances Standard | ISO 2768-m |
| Tight Tolerances (mm) | ±0.01 |
Design Guidelines
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum Feature Size | Minimum feature size should be no less than 0.5 mm in width or depth to ensure manufacturability and structural integrity. |
| Linear Dimensions | Maintain a dimensional precision within ±0.025 mm (±0.001 in) for precision parts, or ±0.125 mm (±0.005 in) for general machining, ensuring consistency across the component. |
| Hole Diameters (Non-Reamed) | Holes can be directly machined with diameters from Ø1 mm up to Ø40 mm without reaming. For higher accuracy, reaming or boring is recommended for final sizing. |
| Shaft Diameters | Shaft diameters should range from Ø2 mm to Ø300 mm, depending on tool accessibility, rigidity, and torque transmission during machining. |
| Wall Thickness | Minimum wall thickness should be ≥ 0.8 mm for metals and ≥ 1.5 mm for plastics to prevent vibration, warping, and deflection during cutting. |
| Surface Finish | Typical machined surface finish ranges from Ra 1.6 μm to 3.2 μm, while precision surfaces can achieve Ra ≤ 0.8 μm using fine toolpaths and reduced feed rates. |
| Tolerances | General dimensional tolerance: ±0.05 mm. Critical mating or precision features: ±0.01 mm. Tolerances should align with machine capability and ISO 2768 standards. |
High-Quality Every Time
- 20+ advanced inspection equipment
- 10+ quality control professionals
- Continuous improvement with PDCA methodology
- ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949
Why Choose Us
Choose us for precision, speed, reliability, and expert-driven manufacturing solutions.
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Advantages of 5 Axis CNC Machining
Intricate Complexity
Empowers you to craft elaborate designs and multifaceted shapes from diverse angles, minimizing the necessity for multiple setups.
Precision Perfected
Lessens handling blunders linked to multiple setups, elevating the precision of the final product to meet your highest standards.
Superior Surface Quality
eeps the tool perfectly angled against the surface, refining the surface finish and diminishing the need for post-finishing touches.
Applications of 5 Axis CNC Machining
Aerospace Components
Innovating airframe and engine parts with complex geometries, such as turbine blades and fuselage frames, for extreme performance.
Automotive Parts
Precision manufacturing of engine blocks, gearboxes, and complex components requiring intricate cuts and superior accuracy.
Medical Devices
Crafting precision implants and surgical instruments, ensuring biocompatibility and patient-specific customization, like hip and knee joints.
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