What is 4 axis cnc router？

More and more users choose 4-axis CNC engraving machine for production work. What is a 4-axis CNC router? How does a 4 axis cnc nesting machine work?

l  What is a 4-axis CNC router?

l  How does a 4-axis CNC router work?

l  What should you know before buying a 4-axis CNC router?

What is a 4-axis CNC router?

A 4-axis CNC router is A CNC machine whose machining path includes X, Y, Z and A axes. 4-axis milling involves the same process as 3-axis machining, in which a cutting tool is used to remove material from the workpiece to create the desired shape and contour. However, in the case of 4-axis machining, milling is performed on additional axes. The 4-axis CNC router kit runs like A 3-axis machine on the X, Y, and Z axes, but it also includes rotation around the X-axis (called the A-axis). This is the fourth axis added to our workflow. In most cases, the workpiece will be rotated to allow cutting around the B-axis. 4-axis milling is useful when holes and cuts need to be made on the side of the workpiece or around a cylinder. They can provide fast and efficient work based on computer numerical input to obtain accurate results.

4-axis CNC machines can be used for the same basic applications as 3-axis machines, such as signage making, jewelry carving, crafts, home decor, etc. However, due to the rotation of the A-axis, they can also be used to handle more complex products. For example, one of the most common uses for 4-axis machines is woodworking, and they are widely used in the industrial production of cabinets and furniture. However, they are also often used to make more complex products, such as Musical Instruments.

How does a 4-axis CNC router work?

Special design and typesetting software is installed in general microcomputer to design and typesetting pictures and texts, automatically generate machining path information, and transmit tool path data to MCU through USB interface or other data transmission interface. The CNC system receives the tool path data, completes a series of functions such as display and user interaction, and converts the input path information into NUMERICAL control information through a specific algorithm. The controller converts this information into a signal (pulse string) to drive the stepper motor or servo motor to control the X, Y and Z axes of the engraving machine. Synchronous milling can carve all kinds of plane or THREE-DIMENSIONAL graphic characters designed by computer, realize engraving automation.

What should you know before buying a 4-axis CNC router?

1.         What material would you like to carve?

2.         How to hold material during processing? Vacuum? Clip? Double-sided tape?

3.         Do you know how to use CAD programs to create machinable designs?

Four-axis CNC engraving machine has the advantages of complete function, wide processing range and high processing accuracy. If you need to purchase good quality and reasonably priced 4-axis CNC router, DWD MECHATRONICS CO.,LTD is a good choice.