5 Axis CNC Router Fixturing and Workholding: Practical Solutions and Common Mistakes
Why Fixturing Is Harder in 5 Axis Than in 3 Axis
Why Fixturing Is Harder in 5 Axis Than in 3 Axis
Why Many 5 Axis Projects Fail Before Cutting Starts
The Real Question Behind Every Purchase
Why Application Clarity Matters More Than Machine Specs
Why These Two Machines Are Often Confused
Why “Accuracy” Is the Most Misunderstood Part of 5 Axis CNC Routers
This article is written for engineers, production managers, and workshop owners who need to make a rational equipment decision—not a marketing-driven one.
After understanding what a true 5 axis CNC router is and acknowledging its disadvantages, the remaining question for most manufacturers is straightforward but difficult:
5 axis CNC routers are often presented as the ultimate solution for complex machining, but in real manufacturing environments they come with non‑trivial disadvantages. These limitations are rarely discussed openly, yet they play a decisive role in whether a 5 axis investment succeeds or fails.