Mazak offers 5-axis machines and multi-tasking machines with optimal machine performance for mold processing and adaptation to the latest materials.
Molds are used in a variety of products, including body components for automobiles, automotive interior parts, computers, home appliances, PET bottles for beverages, and everyday goods. The production of molds requires high-level metalworking skills to achieve high-precision finishes on various materials such as alloy tool steel, ductile cast iron, and resin.
Mazak offers 5-axis machines and multi-tasking machines with optimal machine performance for mold processing and adaptation to the latest materials. These machines contribute to cost reduction by achieving high-productivity and process consolidation, thereby reducing lead times.
In recent years, there has been an increase in the demand for machining complex-shaped, ultra-precision molds made from diverse materials. Mazak also provides solutions that include processing techniques to achieve rapid and excellent surface roughness finishes.
Examples of machining by Mazak 5-axis, multi-tasking machines, and machining centers
Beverage spout mold
Reflector
Rubber product mold
Mold for general industrial machinery parts
Mold for automotive parts
Mold for automotive parts
Mold for general industrial machinery parts by a combination of 3 to 5 axes machining
Mouse mold by 5-axis machining
Mirror-finished bevel gear mold to reduce polishing process
Electric motor spindle for high precision finishing
The electric motor spindle enables high-precision finishing with small-diameter tools required for die/mold machining. By attaching a compact electric motor spindle with automatic tool changer (ATC) capability to the standard spindle, high-quality mirror surface machining can be achieved.
Max. spindle speed: 60000 rpm / 80000 rpm
Reflector (mirror-finished)
Size | 35 mm × 31.5 mm × 20 mm |
Workpiece material | STAVAX (52HRC) |
Tools | Φ2 mm ball end mill |
Spindle speed | 60000 min-1 |
Surface roughness | Ra 0.05 μm (average of measurements at 3 locations) |
Processing time | 7 hours 38 minutes |

Advantages of 5-axis machining
5-axis machining centers allow for continuous multi-face machining, enabling process integration and reducing production lead times while minimizing setup errors due to tool changes.
Shortening the tool protrusion length enables stable and high-precision machining under optimal conditions. The inclination of the workpiece allows for faster tool path velocity, ensuring stable surface precision.
3-axis machining centers
Problems with 3-axis machine tools:
Limitations of machining conditions due to tool projection
Decreased surface precision in machining due to zero tool path velocity
Mazak UD-400/5X
Advantages of 5-axis machine tools:
Stable machining of deep steps with short tools
Improvement in surface precision by machining at optimal cutting speeds
Mazak machine tools used for precision mold manufacturing
High-efficiency die and mold machining by Mazak multi-tasking and Mazak 5-axis machining centers
Mazak Integrex i-H Series
Simultaneous 5-axis horizontal multi-tasking machine
From turning to 5-axis machining using the Y-axis and B-axis, this machine can handle multiple processes
- Mazak Integrex i-100H
- Mazak Integrex i-100H S
- Mazak Integrex i-100H ST
- Mazak Integrex i-200H
- Mazak Integrex i-200H S
- Mazak Integrex i-200H ST
- Mazak Integrex i-250H
- Mazak Integrex i-250H S
- Mazak Integrex i-250H ST
- Mazak Integrex i-350H
- Mazak Integrex i-350H S
- Mazak Integrex i-350H ST
- Mazak Integrex i-450H
- Mazak Integrex i-450H S
- Mazak Integrex i-450H ST
Mazak Variaxis i NEO Series
Simultaneous 5-axis Vertical Machining Center
The high-performance NEO series with high productivity and low environmental impact technologies
Mazak UD-400/5X
High accuracy 5-axis machining center for mold and precision machining
Designed for high-speed micro precision and mold machining
Highly rigid, high-precision vertical machining center series
Mazak FJV Series (BT40)
High-accuracy BT40 double column machining centers
Double column construction designed for high accuracy machining over extended periods of operation