4-Axis vs 5-Axis CNC:In depth Understanding for Better
4-Axis vs 5-Axis CNC:In depth Understanding for Better What is 4-Axis CNC Machining? There are two types of 4-axis CNC machining: indexing and continuous.1. Index 4-axis CNC machining is when the 4th axis (A-axis) rotates while the machine is not cutting the material. Once the correct rotation is selected, braking is applied and the machine resumes cutting.2. In continuous 4-axis machining, the machine can cut the material while the A-axis rotates at the same time. This allows complex arcs to be machined, such as the profile of cam lobe and helix. What is 5-Axis CNC Machining? In addition to the three linear axes, 5-axis machining introduces two additional rotary axes (typically A-axis rotating around the X-axis, B-axis rotating around the Y-axis, or C-axis rotating around the Z-axis)….