Multi-axis process fit
Match 3-, 4-, or 5-axis milling to faces, undercuts, and setup count — confirmed in DFM, not a one-size claim.
Precision CNC Milling Service for Complex Geometries & Multi-Axis Parts
Review pocketed parts, plates, brackets, housings and multi-face interfaces with Jaquent. We match the milling route to material, tool and fixture access, functional faces and the agreed inspection needs.
Milling proof points
Tolerances confirmed via DFM
Where no individual or general drawing tolerance applies, ±0.10 mm is a common quotation basis. Selected milling/turning features may be reviewed to ±0.01 mm where material and geometry allow; confirm through DFM.
Inspection you can request
Metrology at the authorized manufacturing facility includes ZEISS CMM. Pre-shipment scope follows the drawing and agreed plan; reports on request. Customer-specified FAI forms and drawing-characteristic coverage are available when specified and quoted.
What we provide
CNC milling supports prismatic and multi-face parts with pockets, flat faces, holes, contours and mounting interfaces. We review 3-axis, indexed or five-axis options around tool reach, fixture clearance and the relationships on the drawing.
Share pocket depth, corner-radius requirements, thin regions and the faces used for location or clamping. A machine’s travel does not establish that every same-size finished part is feasible: fixture space, orientation and cutting access must fit as well. Finishing and hardware installation can be coordinated when specified and quoted.
For a pocketed housing, mark the mounting or sealing face and the holes that locate the mating component. Show the internal corner radii and any allowable tool relief around the pocket. Pocket depth, the narrowest opening and available clamping faces help explain access; the outer part dimensions alone leave those questions unresolved.
Process flow
RFQ / CAD review
Share the current part requirements and available STEP model / marked PDF. Identify the revision, material, quantity and open questions for review.
DFM
We check radii, pocket ratios, thin walls, tool access, and tolerance economy before locking the quote.
Material & process planning
Stock, fixtures, and axis strategy selected for geometry and grade.
Machining
Programmed toolpaths on multi-axis centers with in-process checks at setup changes.
Inspection
Dimensional verification per drawing — CMM and hand tools as required.
Shipping
Protected packaging and documentation aligned to the purchase order.
CNC milling specifications
| Item | Capability |
|---|---|
| Processes | 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling; pocketing, contouring, drilling, tapping |
| Materials | Aluminum, steels, stainless, copper alloys, titanium (suitable grades), engineering plastics — see material pages |
| Typical tolerance | Where no individual or general drawing tolerance applies, ±0.10 mm is a common quotation basis. Selected milling/turning features may be reviewed to ±0.01 mm where material and geometry allow; confirm through DFM. |
| Critical features | Tighter limits (including ±0.005 mm on designated 5-axis features) evaluated case-by-case per drawing and confirmed via DFM |
| Work envelope (ref.) | Multi-axis reference envelope up to about 800 × 600 × 500 mm; confirm the part orientation, fixture space and cutting access during DFM. |
| File formats | STEP (.step / .stp) and a marked PDF recommended. The RFQ page lists direct upload formats; agree delivery of other formats and assembly dependencies before sending. |
| Inspection options | CMM and in-process metrology at the authorized manufacturing facility; reports follow the drawing and agreed inspection scope |
Materials and surface finishes
Aluminum CNC machining
6061, 7075, and related alloys for structural and enclosure parts.
Steel CNC machining
Carbon, alloy, stainless, and tool steels with process planning for hardness.
Copper CNC machining
Copper, brass, and bronze for conductivity and thermal parts.
Plastic CNC machining
POM, PEEK, PTFE, nylon, and other engineering polymers.
CNC surface finishes
Anodizing, plating, bead blast, and related finishes with dimensional notes.
CNC materials guide
Compare grades, machinability, and selection tips.
Multi-face milling evidence
The housing and cover geometry illustrates pockets, sealing faces and side-access features. Review wall stiffness, workholding, internal radii and the face-to-hole relationships that matter for assembly. A photograph does not establish the inspection results for a customer order.
Use CAD and drawing preparation to mark functional features and five-axis machining when access needs further review.
Fixture plates and interface blocks
Fixture plate
Slotted locating plate with patterned holes for repeatable workholding and multi-face setups.
Interface block
Counterbored ports and front mounting holes for electromechanical and fluid interfaces.
Tolerance and quality
Project limits are always per drawing and confirmed via DFM before we commit a quote. Inspection at the authorized manufacturing facility supports ZEISS CMM measurement and calibrated hand tools. Pre-shipment verification follows the agreed inspection plan — not an unconditional promise on every feature of every part. Material documentation (MTR) is available on request. Customer-specified FAI forms and drawing-characteristic coverage are available when specified and quoted. Full QC narrative: CNC machining quality control.
Applications
Robotics and automation
Illustrative application. Housings, brackets, and interface blocks where multi-face accuracy and repeatable fits matter — industry relevance only, not a certification claim.
Industrial equipment
Illustrative application. Fixtures, manifolds, and structural milled parts for production machinery.
Electromechanical assemblies
Illustrative application. Precision plates, covers, and thermally relevant metal/plastic components.
CNC milling FAQ
When should I choose 5-axis milling over 3-axis or 4-axis?
Start with the required faces, holes and cutting access. A 3-axis or indexed route may be sufficient; compound angles or access from several faces may justify five-axis. Confirm workholding, setup count and feature relationships through DFM.
What tolerances do you typically deliver?
Where no individual or general drawing tolerance applies, ±0.10 mm is a common quotation basis. Selected milling/turning features may be reviewed to ±0.01 mm where material and geometry allow; confirm through DFM.
What does DFM cover before milling starts?
We review CAD for internal corner radii, pocket depth-to-width ratios, thin-wall stability, hole/thread accessibility, and which tolerances are functionally necessary versus costly to hold.
Prepare a process-specific inquiry
- Current model and drawing with units and revision, material grade and condition.
- Part size, deep pockets, thin walls, required internal radii and surfaces available for clamping.
- Critical mounting faces, holes, fits, surface texture and the state required after finishing.
- Quantity, target delivery and the named inspection features, coverage and reports to quote.
Request a Quote with the information available. With a complete RFQ, we typically respond within one business day; complex multi-process projects may take 1–2 business days.
Ready to start your CNC project?
Share the available drawing and project requirements. We review manufacturability, inspection and quotation scope before an order is confirmed.