5-Axis CNC machining for complex, multi-sided components.

5-axis machining on a Haas UMC-750 supports geometries that would require multiple setups on 3-axis equipment. Fewer setups means tighter feature-to-feature relationships, shorter lead times, and a more repeatable production process.

Aluminum 6061-T6 / 7075-T651Stainless 304 / 316 / 17-4 PHTitanium Ti-6Al-4VInconel 625 / 718
5-Axis Machining — precision machined work at Northline
5-Axis Machining — precision machined work at Northline
Typical tolerance
±0.0005”
Working envelope
30" × 20" × 20"
Machine platforms
Haas UMC-750 5-axis machining center
Production
Prototype → production

Overview

What this process is for.

  • Simultaneous and 3+2 indexing strategies depending on part geometry and surface requirements.

  • Fewer fixtures and setups, reducing stack-up tolerance and improving feature alignment.

  • Production runs supported with documented setups, in-process checks, and CMM verification.

Process at a glance

Working envelope
30" × 20" × 20" working envelope
Tolerances
Project-specific · confirmed at RFQ
Inspection
CMM · Faro arm · optical
Quality system
ISO 9001:2015 · ITAR

Equipment

Machines used for this work.

  • Haas UMC-750 5-axis machining center

Materials

Materials supported on this process.

  • Aluminum 6061-T6 / 7075-T651
  • Stainless 304 / 316 / 17-4 PH
  • Titanium Ti-6Al-4V
  • Inconel 625 / 718
  • Tool Steels A2 / D2

Applications

Typical part types and uses.

  • Aerospace brackets and structural components
  • Medical device housings and instrument bodies
  • Robotics end-of-arm tooling
  • Hydraulic manifolds and complex housings
  • Impellers and turbomachinery components

Tolerances & quality

How we hold and verify the part.

CMM inspection of a precision-machined component
Zeiss Contura CMM · Metrology bayISO 9001:2015

Tolerance approach

Project tolerances confirmed at quote review. See Tolerance Standards for typical process ranges by feature type.

View tolerance standards

Quality & documentation

  • Zeiss Contura CMM dimensional verification
  • First Article Inspection available on request
  • Material certifications and traceability available
  • Certificate of Conformance on request

FAQ

Engineering FAQs

The questions engineering and procurement teams ask most often before a first quote.

What's the working envelope on your 5-axis?

The Haas UMC-750 supports a 30" × 20" × 20" envelope with full simultaneous 5-axis motion. Larger envelopes may be possible in 3+2 strategies — confirm at RFQ review.

Do you run 5-axis for production or just prototypes?

Both. Prototype work runs alongside repeat OEM production programs, with documented setups and in-process inspection for repeatability.

What materials run well on 5-axis?

We routinely machine aluminum, stainless, titanium, Inconel, and tool steels. Material selection is reviewed during DFM along with feature geometry and finish requirements.

Can you hold tight feature-to-feature tolerances across multiple sides?

Yes — that's a primary advantage of 5-axis. Specific tolerances are confirmed during quote review based on geometry, material, and inspection requirements.

Quote 5-Axis Machining

Have a part ready for 5-axis machining?

Upload your CAD files or drawings — our engineering team reviews and responds within one business day.