3 Axis CNC Machining
Elimold provides exceptional 3-axis CNC machining services, specializing in custom precision metal and plastic parts. With an experienced team and state-of-the-art technology, we achieve outstanding results in both prototyping and high-volume production. Are you struggling with urgent 3-axis CNC part projects and large-scale production of complex projects? Our global facilities can seamlessly handle 1-100,000+ pieces. Contact us now for a free instant quote.
3-Axis CNC Machining Services for Custom Parts Made to Design
We excel at manufacturing the specific parts you need to the exact specifications of your drawings and increasing efficiency for each design. Whatever your custom part manufacturing needs, Elimold’s 3-axis CNC machining services ensure the highest precision and efficiency. Advanced CNC technology can be used to manufacture all types of materials, including metals, plastics, composites, and more, and can execute complex shapes accurately and in a timely manner. When you work with us, Elimold’s team of skilled experts will work together to use their skills and years of experience, as well as new technologies, to produce custom parts for customers in various industries around the world. We are passionate about meticulous craftsmanship, so we must ensure that every aspect of each project is thoroughly handled. Choosing Elimold’s 3-axis CNC machining service technology not only provides you with modern technology, but also modern quality standards. This concept allows for near-zero production lead times while increasing flexibility and cost efficiency. Look no further for high-quality 3-axis CNC machining; trust Elimold to transform your project in ways you can’t imagine. Don’t hesitate to let us provide you with quality services for all your manufacturing needs.
Advanced 3-Axis CNC Machining Shop
At Elimold, we have an in-house facility dedicated to 3-axis CNC machining operations, as well as an extensive network of partner facilities. Our capabilities extend beyond standard CNC machines, with a range of advanced 3-axis machining equipment, including 3-axis milling machines, 3-axis drilling machines, 3-axis laser cutting machines, 3-axis plasma cutting machines, and 3-axis water jet cutting machines. This diversity allows us to handle complex designs and manufacture CNC machined parts to specific requirements. Our expert machinists consistently achieve ultra-precise tolerances of up to 0.01mm, ensuring perfect integration into larger assemblies. We also utilize automated production lines where machines work seamlessly together to efficiently produce high-volume production while minimizing errors and ensuring projects stay on schedule. The modern machines in Elimold’s in-house facility are not only capable of machining high-precision parts efficiently and consistently, but also ensure that each part meets the exacting tolerance and surface finish standards to meet your demand for high-quality products.
3-Axis CNC Machining Manufacturer Capabilities
With Elimold’s 3-axis CNC machining services, you get custom 3-axis machined parts with high precision, fast turnaround, and competitive pricing for a wide range of industries. 3-axis machining centers can typically machine non-circular parts that do not require multi-faceted detail or complex geometry cutting. Standard machined parts are square and rectangular. We can produce consistent simple parts at a lower cost and with a shorter lead time. Elimold’s 3-axis machining tolerances are tight +/- 0.005mm, and the maximum achievable machining size is 2000mm x 6000mm x 1500mm. With state-of-the-art equipment and skilled engineers, we are constantly innovating to achieve more precise toolpath control, which improves quality, accuracy, efficiency, and shortens delivery times. Whether you need large or small batches, one of our greatest advantages is that there is no minimum order requirement and we can produce on demand. Elimold’s 3-axis machining can also achieve high-quality, beautiful surface finishing, thereby improving the performance of the product, so if you are looking for a 3-axis machining manufacturer that can provide high accuracy, high precision and high efficiency, Elimold is your best partner. We can provide you with services from prototype to mass production, whether it is metal or plastic, you can get high-quality machined parts in a short time. Contact us now!
Elimold's achievable tolerances
| Metal Tolerances(mm) | Plastic Tolerance(mm) | |
| Linear dimensions | ±0.01 | ±0.05 |
| Diameter | ±0.002 | ±0.02 |
| Fine hole | ±0.002 | ±0.02 |
| Chamfer Height | ±0.02 | ±0.05 |
| Angular Dimensions | ±0º5′ | ±1º |
| Straightness | ±0.002 | ±0.02 |
| Flatness | ±0.002 | ±0.01 |
| Verticality | ±0.002 | ±0.01 |
| Symmetry | ±0.002 | ±0.01 |
| Concentricity | ±0.002 | ±0.005 |
| Parallelism | ±0.001 | ±0.01 |
Cutting-edge equipment
Elimold’s internal self-operated factories have a total area of 13,000+㎡, have passed multiple ISO certifications, and have introduced more than 150 various types of precision metal manufacturing equipment, including more than 30 senior engineers with more than 10 years of experience, enabling customers to “improve efficiency and reduce costs” in product development and mass production. Advanced equipment allows concept, design and delivery to be carried out in one factory. And we continue to invest and upgrade the facilities of the internal factory to ensure that we have the resources needed to complete any work at any time, no matter how high the technology or how complex it is. High-precision parts are completed in the constant temperature workshop, and the workpieces are measured and cleaned under constant temperature and dust-free conditions using advanced measuring instruments such as three-coordinate and roundness meters.
One-stop machining service process
We truly provide one-stop 3-axis CNC machining services, with professional engineers providing full technical support, truly solving key issues in multiple dimensions such as quality, efficiency, and cost
Provide custom parts information
First, confirm the detailed requirements of the product, including design drawings, material specifications, processing accuracy requirements, etc. At this stage, it is necessary to ensure that both parties have a consistent understanding of the product requirements.
Quotation and budget communication
According to the design documents and requirements provided by the customer, make cost estimates and quotations, and both parties determine the production time under the budget and cost agreement (quotation service is provided 24 hours a day).
Production plan and process monitoring
Develop a production plan based on product characteristics, including processing technology, machine equipment selection, human resource arrangements, etc., and during the production process, we will strictly monitor the steps of product processing every week and generate weekly reports to customers to ensure that customers understand the progress of the product.
Sample confirmation and production
After the production time is determined, we will first make product samples or prototypes and submit them to the customer for confirmation. The customer checks and tests the samples to ensure that they meet the design requirements and quality standards, and then approves the formal production. (Our proofing time is 3-7 days).
Product inspection and testing
After production is completed, we will conduct a comprehensive inspection and test of the product, including dimensional measurement, functional testing, etc., to ensure that the quality and performance of the product meet the standards. Then we will package the product to prevent damage during transportation.
Meeting All General CNC Machining Requirements
Elimold has the skilled machinists and equipment to handle all of your in-house general machining needs. No matter the size or complexity of the project, we provide fast, accurate service every time. With state-of-the-art technology and versatile machining techniques, we can machine parts to your unique specifications. What sets us apart is our ability to handle low-volume orders without sacrificing quality. We understand that custom part needs across a variety of industries often require unique and limited production runs, and our flexible manufacturing processes allow us to meet these specific requirements. Whether you need a single prototype or a small batch of parts, we have the expertise and resources to deliver.
Other CNC Machining Services Provided by Elimold
Our company offers a variety of CNC machining services, and with the help of modern equipment and skilled workers in our in-house CNC machining shop, we ensure that each project is not only completed, but also achieved the highest level of precision and productivity in the industry, giving you the right results.
CNC Milling
CNC Turning
4 Axis CNC Machining
5 Axis CNC Machining
CNC Prototypes
Wire EDM Machining
CNC Threading and Tapping
CNC High-Speed Drilling
Swiss Machining Service
CNC Routing Service
CNC Grinding Service
Instant and Accurate Quotations
We will thoroughly review each drawing and provide an accurate quote. Our quotes are both economical and accurate because we have a team of professional mechanical engineers who meticulously review each drawing. These engineers have over 10 years of experience and have deep expertise in programming, machine operation, post-processing, material properties, etc. Ensure you get an accurate quote within 6 hours.
Whatever your machining needs are, Elimold can help you. Our team has years of experience in all types of CNC machining and is skilled in handling new ideas and designs, so we can meet your latest needs and deliver. So, remove ambiguity from your planning process and take a step forward with high-quality 3-axis CNC machining. We are always your partner!
DFM Service
Elimold can provide design for manufacturability (DFM) services to help customers optimize the design of parts, products or components that need to be mass-produced to achieve cheaper and easier to create it. Our services usually involve in-depth communication with customers during the product design stage, which makes it easier and less expensive to reduce manufacturing costs. It also allows us to instantly identify and prevent errors or discrepancies. Our team of experienced engineers is ready to work directly with you, provide industry-specific knowledge and experience, and provide material selection recommendations to help solve complex custom structural parts problems.
Quality Control
At Elimold, we focus on quality in all our products. Starting from strict process control to final inspection, our goal is to provide certified precision components that exceed your expectations. We follow a strict quality inspection process, including IQPC, QE and OQC, initially checking the surface quality of the parts for obvious defects, and then use CMM, image measuring machine, laser interferometer, height gauge and hardness tester to perform high-precision size and hardness inspection to ensure that it meets your drawing requirements. In addition, our quality personnel use profilometers and surface roughness gauges to perform thorough contour appearance inspections. Each 3-axis component is strictly inspected at any stage of production to ensure that the final product fully meets your specifications and quality requirements.
Inspection Equipment
- Isolated Foundation
- Temperature/Humidity Controlled Environment
- Brown & Sharpe 5-Axis CMM
- Granite Surface Plates—in all departments
- Brown & Sharpe CMM Micro-Hites
- Ceramic Master Gauge Blocks—Certified to +/- .000003”
- Profilometers—for Surface Micro
- Zygo Laser—Certified to +/- .000030”
- Laser Temperature Probes
- Monochromatic Light Source—for critical flatness
- Dorsey Optical comparator
- All inspection tools are calibrated, traceable, & certified in conformance with ISO 17025
Value-Added Services
At Elimold, we offer quality 3-axis machining products, well-trained personnel, and a commitment to “on schedule” completion. Our goal is to deliver the right 3-axis CNC machined parts on time and at a competitive price to our customers in various industries around the world. Our services are combined with extensive experience in manufacturing processes. This combination of experience and services ensures efficiency throughout the project, from design concept to prototype to finished product. We provide concept, design, engineering, manufacturing, painting, finishing, assembly, packaging, and shipping services. Also, at Elimold, we provide business solutions to global organizations of all sizes, bridging the gap between strategy and execution. Our solution portfolio covers verticals such as Workforce Management, Engineering, Quality Lifecycle Management (QLM), and Information Technology (IT). With strong engineering and IT support, we work with our global customers to provide CNC programming and validation services based on their business needs.
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What is 3-axis machining?
3-axis machining refers to machines where the spindle is able to move back and forth in the X, Y, and Z axes. The workpiece is fixed in one position during the machining process. For certain parts, 3-axis machining is an excellent way to use it. For parts that are not too detailed or deep, 3-axis machining works well. It is most commonly used to make machine parts and is best suited for automated/interactive performance, milling slots, drilling holes, cutting sharp borders. At Elimold, we utilize 3-axis machining in a variety of different ways, including but not limited to: cutting precise edges, drilling holes in materials, and milling surfaces, contours, and slots in materials. Our machines allow us to cut to very tight tolerances with extreme precision.
Advantages of 3-axis CNC machining
The advantages of 3-axis CNC machining begin with the ability to create more shapes with more complex angles and orientations. This provides a more accurate computer representation of the design and specification set, and it also creates a final product that is closer to detailed specifications than using only 2 axes. This is often a problem with 2-axis machining, as the system ends up having to make multiple cuts and changes to affect the same shape, which can be achieved with a single movement in a 3-axis system. The complexity brought by the 3-axis approach is also evident in manufacturing versatility. 3-axis CNC machining is able to directly produce the design in an automated manner, compared to producing only basic parts that require further manual processing. This eliminates multiple steps and avoids manual errors. This difference is immediately apparent in the production of jigs, fixtures and similar products.
Material Options for 3-Axis CNC Machining
Elimold can provide customers around the world with a wide range of materials, including various metals, special alloys and engineered plastics and thermoplastics. The diversity of materials is the key to our 3-axis CNC machining capabilities. Each material has its own unique properties to meet the requirements of specific projects.
Metals
- Aluminum
- Alloy Steel
- Brass
- Bronze
- Copper
- Inconel
- Invar
- Mild Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Titanium
Plastics
- ABS
- Delrin
- Nylon
- PC
- PEEK
- PEI
- PET
- PMMA
- PP
- PTFE
Multiple Surface Finishing Options
Elimold has its own in-house surface finishing capabilities, and our 3-axis CNC machining surface finishing options provide you with an exceptional experience. We offer a variety of surface finishing processes to enhance the appearance and performance of your precision parts, allowing us to meet the vast majority of surface finishing needs for your products.
- Micro-arc oxidation
- Hard anodizing
- Anodizing
- Galvanizing
- Nickel plating
- Black zinc
- Titanium coating
- Chrome plating
- Teflon coating
- Painting
- Silk screen printing
- Polishing
- Laser marking
- Grinding
- Painting
- Sandblasting
- Passivation
- Transfer printing
- DLC coating
- Blackening/black oxide
- Sandblasting
- Electroplating
- Oxidation treatment
- Spraying
- Heat treatment
- Chemical plating
- Passivation treatment
- Laser etching
Industries We Serve
We process rapid prototypes and low-volume and high-volume production orders for clients across a variety of industries.
- Medical devices
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Defense
- Electronics
- Hardware startups
- Industrial automation
- Machinery
- Marine
- Robotics
Applications
3-axis CNC machining is designed for precision machining, deep detail and accuracy. However, it cannot deliver high-quality, high-precision, carved, drilled, and milled parts like 4- and 5-axis CNC machining. Applications suitable for 3-axis CNC machining include:
- Automatic & Interactive operations
- Industrial
- Teaching & Art
- Technology research
- Prototype building
- Medical equipment creation
- Advertising design
- Aerospace products
- Artificial bones
- Oil & gas machine parts
- Titanium creations (Practical and artistic purposes)
- Medical technology
- Military-grade products
- Architectural frames
- Armored vehicle parts
- Radar system components
- Tactical equipment parts
- Missile guidance system housings
- Firearm components
- Brackets
- Engine mounts
- Structural components
- Turbine blades
- Avionics housings
- Engine blocks
- Transmission housings
- Suspension components
- Brake calipers
- Cylinder heads
- Surgical instruments
- Prosthetic components
- Implantable devices
- Medical device housings
- Orthopedic implants
- Heat sinks
- Enclosures for electronic devices
- Bicycle frames
- Watch components
- Kitchen appliances parts
- Connectors
- PCB housings
- Custom brackets
- Pump components
- Valves and fittings
- Gear housings
- Shafts and spindles
- Bearings
- Injection molds
- Die-casting molds
- Stamping dies
- Jigs and fixtures
- Cutting tools
- Custom mechanical parts
- Sporting goods components
- Wind turbine components
- Solar panel mounting brackets
- Oil and gas drilling components
- Heat exchangers
- Hydraulic components
What is the difference between 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining?
In CNC machining, axes refer to the number of motors that operate independently to position the tool. Basic vertical milling centers have 3 axes (X, Y, and Z) for machining flat or convex shapes. 3-axis machining is used for drilling holes, milling slots, and creating sharp edges.
The 4th axis adds rotational motion to allow for machining features on arcs or curved surfaces (such as machining gears). 4-axis machining can be used for a wide range of applications, including turbine components, valves, sockets, construction equipment, and more. 4-axis machining is more efficient and accurate than performing the same operation manually using traditional 3-axis milling equipment.
5-axis machining adds a rotational axis to a 4-axis machine. The 5th axis of a 5-axis machine revolves around the B-axis, which rotates around the Y-axis in the XYZ plane. This multi-dimensional rotation and tool motion allows the B-axis to produce workpieces with the highest levels of accuracy, finish, and speed. 5-axis machining is the most precise and efficient machining process, allowing us to manufacture very complex parts with faster run times. 5-axis machining is important for advanced uses, such as aerospace and power generation applications.
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