Sketch for Custom 5 Axis CNC (Concept Model) Ended

About the job

Hello,

I am a furniture designer trying to design a custom 5 Axis CNC machine with a dedicated Rotary (Lathe) attachment for making chair parts.

I am going to work with a Chinese manufacturer to do the final production design, but I would like a 3d model that establishes the design intent and driving parameters. I work in Rhino 3D, so a .3dm file would be nice, but is not required. A .STEP would be good. For models with mechanical assemblies, I can open Fusion 360 and OnShape files.

Core Machine Specifications
Machine Type: 5-Axis Gantry CNC with integrated Lathe/Rotary axis. Fixed table, moving gantry.

Rotary Capacity: Must accommodate workpieces up to 34" in length (Headstock to Tailstock). The pieces will be up to 16-18" in diameter.

Head Configuration: 5-Axis articulating head (B and C axes) for complex furniture joinery and 3D carving.

Drive System: Precision linear rails and ball screws on all primary axes (X, Y, Z).

Rotary Axis Hardware: Dedicated headstock with a 4-jaw chuck and a tailstock with a live center.

Primary Dimensional Constraints
Overall Footprint: 63" (W) x 90" (D).

Total Height: 70-80"

Gantry Width: 63" (spanning the table and rotary).

Effective Table Size: ~36"x ~48". I would like to machine all sides of pieces approximately 20"x20"x2".

Base Frame Height: ~12". To keep the machine under 70-80" of overall height, the table should be relatively close to the ground.

Functional Requirements
Clearance: The Z-axis and... read more
Hello,

I am a furniture designer trying to design a custom 5 Axis CNC machine with a dedicated Rotary (Lathe) attachment for making chair parts.

I am going to work with a Chinese manufacturer to do the final production design, but I would like a 3d model that establishes the design intent and driving parameters. I work in Rhino 3D, so a .3dm file would be nice, but is not required. A .STEP would be good. For models with mechanical assemblies, I can open Fusion 360 and OnShape files.

Core Machine Specifications
Machine Type: 5-Axis Gantry CNC with integrated Lathe/Rotary axis. Fixed table, moving gantry.

Rotary Capacity: Must accommodate workpieces up to 34" in length (Headstock to Tailstock). The pieces will be up to 16-18" in diameter.

Head Configuration: 5-Axis articulating head (B and C axes) for complex furniture joinery and 3D carving.

Drive System: Precision linear rails and ball screws on all primary axes (X, Y, Z).

Rotary Axis Hardware: Dedicated headstock with a 4-jaw chuck and a tailstock with a live center.

Primary Dimensional Constraints
Overall Footprint: 63" (W) x 90" (D).

Total Height: 70-80"

Gantry Width: 63" (spanning the table and rotary).

Effective Table Size: ~36"x ~48". I would like to machine all sides of pieces approximately 20"x20"x2".

Base Frame Height: ~12". To keep the machine under 70-80" of overall height, the table should be relatively close to the ground.

Functional Requirements
Clearance: The Z-axis and 5-axis head must have sufficient travel to clear the 34" rotary workpiece even when the spindle is tilted at 90°.

Mechanical Logic: Logical placement of stepper/servo motors, cable tracks (drag chains), and limit switches.

Rigidity: Frame design should account for the weight of the 63" gantry and the forces of 5-axis milling.

These dimensions are all given in inches because that is what I use in the USA, but the dimensions should probably be metric standards to communicate with the machine manufacturer. Please model the frame using Metric Standards (mm). Use HIWIN-style 25mm linear rails and 2510 ball screws. The 5-axis head should be modeled as a dual-axis AC Trunnion or Swivel head. Ensure the Y-axis is a dual-drive system to support the 63" gantry span.

I have attached a 3D sketch to give you something to work off of.

I am primarily interested in designing a machine that fits all of these technical parameters and has a realistic placement of mechanical components.

Thank you for your time ! I would love to work with you read less
Hello,

I am a furniture designer trying to design a custom 5 Axis CNC machine with a dedicated Rotary (Lathe) attachment for making chair parts.

I am going to work with a Chinese manufacturer to do the final production design, but I would like a 3d model that establishes the design intent and driving parameters. I work in Rhino 3D, so a .3dm file would be nice, but is not required. A .STEP w... read more
Hello,

I am a furniture designer trying to design a custom 5 Axis CNC machine with a dedicated Rotary (Lathe) attachment for making chair parts.

I am going to work with a Chinese manufacturer to do the final production design, but I would like a 3d model that establishes the design intent and driving parameters. I work in Rhino 3D, so a .3dm file would be nice, but is not required. A .STEP would be good. For models with mechanical assemblies, I can open Fusion 360 and OnShape files.

Core Machine Specifications
Machine Type: 5-Axis Gantry CNC with integrated Lathe/Rotary axis. Fixed table, moving gantry.

Rotary Capacity: Must accommodate workpieces up to 34" in length (Headstock to Tailstock). The pieces will be up to 16-18" in diameter.

Head Configuration: 5-Axis articulating head (B and C axes) for complex furniture joinery and 3D carving.

Drive System: Precision linear rails and ball screws on all primary axes (X, Y, Z).

Rotary Axis Hardware: Dedicated headstock with a 4-jaw chuck and a tailstock with a live center.

Primary Dimensional Constraints
Overall Footprint: 63" (W) x 90" (D).

Total Height: 70-80"

Gantry Width: 63" (spanning the table and rotary).

Effective Table Size: ~36"x ~48". I would like to machine all sides of pieces approximately 20"x20"x2".

Base Frame Height: ~12". To keep the machine under 70-80" of overall height, the table should be relatively close to the ground.

Functional Requirements
Clearance: The Z-axis and 5-axis head must have sufficient travel to clear the 34" rotary workpiece even when the spindle is tilted at 90°.

Mechanical Logic: Logical placement of stepper/servo motors, cable tracks (drag chains), and limit switches.

Rigidity: Frame design should account for the weight of the 63" gantry and the forces of 5-axis milling.

These dimensions are all given in inches because that is what I use in the USA, but the dimensions should probably be metric standards to communicate with the machine manufacturer. Please model the frame using Metric Standards (mm). Use HIWIN-style 25mm linear rails and 2510 ball screws. The 5-axis head should be modeled as a dual-axis AC Trunnion or Swivel head. Ensure the Y-axis is a dual-drive system to support the 63" gantry span.

I have attached a 3D sketch to give you something to work off of.

I am primarily interested in designing a machine that fits all of these technical parameters and has a realistic placement of mechanical components.

Thank you for your time ! I would love to work with you read less
5 AXIS SKETCH STEP.stp stp Mar 31, 2026
UPLOAD 1.jpg jpg Mar 31, 2026

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Remote

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Any

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$15 - $30/hr

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Part-time

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Under 1-month

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Areas of expertise

3D design, Solidworks Autodesk Fusion 360 Onshape Rhino 3D +1 more

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Machine Design Machine Drawing Services 3D Design Services 3D Models of Machine Parts 3D Modeling +2 more

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