OEM 5-Axis CNC Machining Impeller and diffuser

Technical challenges of five-axis machining impellers:

The technical challenges of five-axis machining impellers mainly include the following aspects:

1. Complex geometries: Impellers typically feature intricate 3D surfaces and blade designs, requiring precise cutting strategies and toolpath planning to ensure accuracy in shape and dimensions.
2. Cutting force control: Due to the thin-walled nature of impellers, cutting forces can easily lead to deformation or vibration during machining, necessitating precise control of cutting parameters for stability.
3. Tool wear: When machining high-hardness materials (such as high-temperature alloys), tool wear can occur rapidly, affecting machining quality and efficiency, so it’s crucial to select appropriate tool materials and coatings.
4. Cooling and chip removal: The complex structure of impellers requires careful design of coolant flow and chip removal to prevent heat buildup and clogging during machining.
5. Machining allowance management: Maintaining a reasonable machining allowance during multiple cuts is essential to avoid tool collisions or over-machining in subsequent processes.
6. Programming and simulation: The programming of five-axis machining is complex and requires advanced CAM software for toolpath simulation to avoid collisions and optimize machining efficiency.

Our Workshop:

5-axis CNC Machining Process:

Inspection Method:

We have advanced equipment to measure the key points, CMM, 2D projector, Coating gauge, Micrometer, etc.

Processing Control:

Our engineer do CAM method checking machining process to make the actual CNC machining high efficiency and low cost.