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Linear-Motor Five-Axis Machining

NINE CHAPTERS focuses on XYZ all-linear-motor non-metal five-axis systems for high-speed, high-precision machining of large tooling and aerospace carbon-fibre components.

NINE CHAPTERS E8425 five-axis gantry machine render
EPTEK / TOOLING EXPERTISENINE CHAPTERS E8425 · Machine render

Engineering view / Five-axis machining

Keep the complete machining chain inside the tolerance

Non-metal tooling is only as accurate as the complete chain from datum and stock allowance to workholding, cutter choice, thermal condition, finishing and inspection. Five-axis access reduces setups on complex surfaces and helps preserve the size chain.

01 / CUSTOMER PROBLEM

Reduce setups on large forms

Large boards, pastes and composite tools can lose accuracy through repeated re-fixturing, unsupported overhangs or a poor datum strategy. A planned five-axis route keeps more of the geometry in one controlled setup.

02 / SELECTION LOGIC

Start with the part brief

Share CAD, material, envelope, required finish, tolerance, stock condition, fixture or vacuum needs and inspection method. The right machine route depends on the part and material, not the axis count alone.

03 / PROCESS CHECKPOINTS

Rough, rest-machine, finish, inspect

Define datums, support and stock, then control roughing, rest machining, finishing, dust extraction, edge protection and inspection. Record the actual toolpath and measurement result for repeat work.

04 / RELEASE CHECK

Commission the material route

Before a large release, run a representative block or feature to confirm vibration, heat drift, chip evacuation, surface quality, cutter life and the hand-off from material supplier to machining team.

Bring the CAD-to-inspection chain to quotation.Share geometry, temperature or hardness target, process route, quantity and finish requirement. The matching EPTEK TDS remains the authority for grade-specific values and handling limits.Contact us ↗

02 / PRODUCT FAMILY

24 m Dual-Workstation System

A 24 m dual-workstation system is being manufactured for non-metal moulds and aerospace carbon-fibre beams, ribs, stringers and panels. Its composite steel and mineral-cast bed is designed for vibration damping and thermal stability.