Short answer: CNC milling spins a multi-flute cutter against a fixed or indexed workpiece to remove material and cut flat surfaces, slots, pockets and complex 3D contours that turning cannot. Three-axis covers most prismatic parts; four- and five-axis add rotation for undercuts and compound angles; turn-mill centres combine both in one setup. Computer control delivers repeatable, tight-tolerance components across prototypes and production.
At a Glance
Milling Methods
Milling complements Metal Cnc Turning Guide et Metal Machinability Guide; relate to Metal Grinding Guide for finish and Metal Fine Blanking Guide for alternatives.
Tool & Quality
Tool path and coolant control burr and heat; inspect by Metal Ndt Guide and document per Mill Test Certificate Guide. Stock from Tool Steel Supplier et Stainless Steel Supplier.
Supply & QA
Protect parts via How To Prevent Metal Rust. HXSCO supplies mill-ready bar and plate to spec.
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Questions fréquemment posées
A rotating cutter removing material to form complex shapes.
3-axis for flat/prismatic; 5-axis for contours and undercuts.
Steel, stainless, aluminium, titanium, copper, Inconel.
Milling cuts complex 3D; turning spins the part for round features.
HXSCO supplies bar and plate suited to CNC milling.
Source Mill-Ready Metal from HXSCO
HXSCO supplies steel, stainless, aluminium and copper bar and plate ready for CNC milling. Send your grade and quantity for a quote.