5‑Axis CNC Balsa Wood Cutting Machine with Oscillating Knife
- Max. sheet size : 1200 mm × 76 mm
- Groove spacing options: 1 inch or 2 inches (selectable)
- Spindle motors: 5 units × 7.5 kW, variable frequency, 0‑1440 RPM
- Cutting speed：1‑16 m/min (adjustable)
- Application:The 5‑Axis CNC Balsa Cutting Machine is a dedicated CNC router designed specifically for machining balsa wood (also known as balsa or lightwood).
Product Description
The 5‑Axis CNC Balsa Cutting Machine is a dedicated CNC router designed specifically for machining balsa wood (also known as balsa or lightwood). It handles high‑speed grooving, sectioning, and contour cutting of balsa panels, especially for parts that require complex curves or angled features. Built on a rugged gantry frame, it uses five independent variable‑frequency spindle motors and an intuitive touchscreen control panel. This machine is a go‑to tool for model aircraft manufacturing, wind tunnel model building, and high‑volume balsa core processing.
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Features of 5‑Axis CNC Balsa Cutting Machine
True 5‑axis simultaneous machining – Easily cuts bevels, angles, and complex 3D shapes. Handles grooving up to 76 mm thickness in a single pass.
Large working capacity – Processes balsa panels up to 1200 mm wide and 76 mm thick. Load multiple parts in one go for batch production.
Adjustable groove pitch – Choose between 1‑inch and 2‑inch spacing on the fly. Perfect for different rib spacing or structural core designs.
Strong drive system – Five 7.5 kW inverter‑driven spindle motors, 0‑1440 RPM variable speed. Delivers clean, burn‑free cuts even at high feed rates.
Automatic depth adjustment – A separate 1.5 kW digital thickness‑control motor lets you set cutting depth precisely with a push button.
Touchscreen control – All parameters (speed, depth, groove spacing, etc.) are adjusted through an easy‑to‑use HMI. No complicated G‑code required; a new operator can learn in a couple of hours.
Product Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Machine name | 5‑Axis CNC Balsa Cutting Machine |
| Power input | 380V AC, three‑phase, total 40 kW |
| Spindle motors | 5 units × 7.5 kW, variable frequency, 0‑1440 RPM |
| Digital thickness control motor | 1.5 kW, 0‑1440 RPM, push‑button precision |
| Air input | 0.4‑0.7 MPa (clean, dry compressed air) |
| Cutting speed | 1‑16 m/min (adjustable) |
| Max. sheet size (W × thickness) | 1200 mm × 76 mm |
| Groove spacing options | 1 inch or 2 inches (selectable) |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) | 4000 mm × 2280 mm × 1900 mm |
| Control interface | Touchscreen HMI – all parameters easily adjustable |
| Materials | Balsa wood, foam, softwood, etc. |
| Primary function | Deep grooving, sectioning, and contour cutting of balsa panels |
Application Areas
RC aircraft model making – Cuts balsa wing ribs, fuselage formers, and aileron frames precisely. Grooves come out consistent, so assembly needs almost no rework.
Wind tunnel models – Machines high‑accuracy balsa or modeling foam. 5‑axis capability handles aerodynamic surfaces and fine details.
Wind turbine blade cores – Creates evenly spaced grooves in balsa sandwich panels so they can be bent or laid into blade moulds.
Composite tooling patterns – Easily machine a male mould or template from balsa, then laminate carbon fiber or fiberglass over it.
Education & maker spaces – Great for university aerospace engineering and mechanical workshops, or for rapid prototyping of balsa parts.
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