5 Axis Machining
At MedFab, we leverage advanced 5-axis CNC machining to manufacture complex, tight-tolerance components for medical devices and other high-precision applications. Our highly advanced machining and micromachining capabilities allow us to produce intricate geometries with tolerances as close as +/- .0005”, making us a trusted partner for industries requiring consummate accuracy and superior surface finishes.
The Benefits of 5-Axis Machining
In CNC machining, a workpiece can be moved along different axes simultaneously as various cutting tools are applied in precise movements, all orchestrated by a computer program. Traditional 3-axis machining operates on the X, Y, and Z axes, whereas 5-axis machining incorporates rotation around two additional axes (A and B).
This added maneuverability gives 5-axis machining a profound advantage in complex applications. A part that may need to be repositioned multiple times under a 3-axis operation can often be finished in a single setup on a 5-axis machine. The significant benefits of this include:
- Greater part complexity is possible with the addition of the two rotational axes
- Greater accuracy & repeatability are achieved when additional setups are removed
- Superior surface finishes are possible, reducing the need for secondary operations
- Faster turnaround times result from the elimination of multiple setups and tool changes
What We Make with 5-Axis Machining
With 5-axis CNC machining technology, we can accomplish far more intricate contours and constructions than ever before. Machining out of medical-grade materials is possible to an incredible degree of precision. Our 5-axis output includes:
- Custom parts for hip and knee replacements
- Multi-Port Manifolds
- Medical prototypes
- Surgical tools
- Laser Surgery Patient Positioning Devices
- External Fixation
Accuracy in Even the Most Challenging Materials
Many parts we produce through 5-axis CNC machining are made from medical-grade metals and plastics that are notoriously challenging to work with. MedFab continually keeps plastic and metal machining separate during every step of the process to prevent contamination and deliver quality results.
ISO 13485:2016-Certified Quality Assurance
At MedFab, the ISO 13485:2016 certification of our QMS attests to our rigorous quality control measures. Our 5-axis CNC-machined parts are subjected to the same battery of quality-control practices as everything else we produce. That means strict adherence to industry best practices and compliance with the most stringent manufacturing standards.
Our extensive gamut of inspection and testing processes includes:
Look to MedFab for 5-Axis Machining
With MedFab’s 5-axis CNC machining services, superior precision comes with faster lead times and the highest level of quality control for your medical, aerospace, or other close-tolerance parts.
Contact us today to discuss your project requirements and experience MedFab precision.