In the competitive world of die casting and mold manufacturing, precision in deep cavity milling and complex hole positioning is no longer optional—it’s a requirement. At Ningbo Kaibo CNC Machinery Co., Ltd., we’ve seen firsthand how engineers struggle with toolpath interference, inconsistent surface finishes, and long cycle times when machining iron molds using traditional 3-axis setups. That’s why our DC1113 double-column CNC mill—with its integrated 4/5-axis rotary table—is transforming the way shops approach these challenges.
According to industry data from the International Die & Mold Association (IDMA), over 67% of mold makers report that up to 30% of their production time is lost due to rework caused by poor access angles or tool collisions during deep cavity operations. These inefficiencies often stem from rigid toolpaths that can’t adapt to multi-angle surfaces like those found in automotive or aerospace iron molds.
Our team at Kaibo has developed a proven workflow for leveraging the 4th and 5th axes effectively—not just as an add-on feature, but as a core part of the machining strategy. Whether it's a 45° inclined face or a spiral-shaped cooling channel, the key lies in understanding how to program and optimize the rotation axis movements before cutting begins.
Here’s what works in real-world applications:
One of our clients, a mid-sized die casting shop in Mexico, increased their throughput by 22% simply by adopting our recommended programming techniques and utilizing the DC1113’s 5-axis capability for simultaneous multi-angle milling of irregular holes in a single setup.
While many machines offer 4/5-axis capabilities, few combine rigidity, accuracy, and ease of use like the DC1113. With a repeatability tolerance of ±0.005 mm and a spindle speed range of 50–12,000 RPM, it handles both roughing and finishing tasks without compromise. Plus, the built-in rotary table interface supports automatic tool change synchronization—critical for reducing manual intervention in high-volume runs.
And yes—we do provide detailed video tutorials and downloadable PDF guides for each process step. We believe knowledge should be shared, not locked behind paywalls.
