The number line that runs up and down is the vertical axis or the y-axis. The number line that runs left to right is the horizontal axis or the x-axis.

y-axis

X-axis and Y-axis make up the horizontal plane. Positive Y-axis is north and positive X-axis is east. Z-axis is always the vertical axis and is positive upwards.

When referring to a three-dimensional plane, a z-axis refers to the depth of a three-dimensional object. In the illustration, the z-axis plane goes front to back, and intersects with the y-axis and x-axis at the origin.

The main difference between 3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis machining is the complexity of the movement both the workpiece and the cutting tool can move through, relative to each other. The more complex the motion of the two parts, the more complex the geometry of the final machined part can be.

The number of axes for multiaxis machines varies from 4 to 9. Each axis of movement is implemented either by moving the table (into which the workpiece is attached), or by moving the tool.

CNC Milling Machine

5 AXIS CNC machining shop. 5 axis CNC machines are the pinnacle of milling machine sophistication. They are the most expensive cnc machines to purchase, and due to the complex motions involved, even more skills and extra costs are involved to utilize the most sophisticated 5 axis CAM software available.

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“CNC” stands for Computer Numerical Controlled and refers to the programmable feature of the machine, allowing the machine to perform many functions with minimal human control. CNC machining is the fabrication of a component using a CNC controlled machine.

They include:

• CNC Router. CNC routers get used in the cutting materials such as steel, aluminium, wood, compositors, and plastic.
• Plasma Cutters.
• Laser Cutter.
• Milling Machines.
• JKR Large Format CNC Router.
• Axiom CNC Router.
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CNC machine setup and operation follows the process below:

1. Pre-Start.
2. Start/Home.
3. Load Tools.
4. Mount Remove Part into the vise.
5. Set Tool Length Offsets Z.
6. Set Part Offset XY.
7. Load CNC Program.
8. Dry Run.