The six advantages of a five-axis simultaneous machining center are as follows

◆ High Machining Precision: The machining precision of a five-axis simultaneous machining center typically reaches 0.001 to 0.1 mm. The five-axis simultaneous machining center is controlled in the form of digital signals. For every pulse signal output by the numerical control device, the moving parts of the machine tool move by a pulse equivalent (usually 0.001 mm). Moreover, the backlash of the machine tool's feed drive train and the average error of the screw pitch can be compensated by the numerical control device. Therefore, the positioning accuracy of the five-axis simultaneous machining center is relatively high.

◆ Stable and Reliable Machining Quality: When machining the same batch of parts on the same machine tool under the same machining conditions, using the same tools and machining programs, the tool path is completely identical, resulting in good consistency and stable quality of the parts.

◆ High Productivity: The five-axis simultaneous machining center can effectively reduce the machining time and auxiliary time of parts. The spindle speed and feed rate range of the five-axis simultaneous machining center are large, allowing the machine tool to perform heavy-duty cutting with large cutting volumes. The five-axis simultaneous machining center is currently entering the era of high-speed machining. The rapid movement and positioning of the moving parts, as well as high-speed cutting, reduce the inter-process turnover time of semi-finished products, thereby improving production efficiency.

◆ High Flexibility: Machining parts on a five-axis simultaneous machining center mainly depends on the machining program. Unlike conventional machine tools, it does not require the manufacturing or replacement of many tools and fixtures, nor does it require frequent adjustments to the machine tool. Therefore, the five-axis simultaneous machining center is suitable for situations where parts are frequently changed, i.e., it is suitable for single-piece, small-batch production, and the development of new products, shortening the production preparation cycle and saving a significant amount of process equipment costs.

◆ Conducive to Modernization of Production Management: The machining process of a five-axis simultaneous machining center allows for precise estimation of machining time in advance. The tools and fixtures used can be standardized and modernized in management. The five-axis simultaneous machining center uses digital signals and standard codes as control information, making it easy to standardize machining information. It has now been organically integrated with computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) and serves as the foundation for modern integrated manufacturing technology.

◆ Improved Working Conditions: After being adjusted and set up before machining, the five-axis simultaneous machining center can automatically and continuously machine parts by inputting the program and starting the machine, until the machining is completed. The operator's main tasks include program input, editing, loading and unloading parts, tool preparation, observing the machining status, and inspecting the parts. The labor intensity is greatly reduced, and the machine operator's work tends to be more intellectual. Additionally, the machine tool typically operates in a closed environment, which is both clean and safe.