CNC machines are one of the fastest evolving technologies of our time. What started as a simple cutting and drilling tool has evolved to become a quintessential part of the production industry. One of the biggest innovations in CNC machining has to be the inclusion of additional axes movement. Today, there are CNC machines that can operate on 4-axis, 5-axis, to 12-axis. But what’s the difference between these CNC machines and what advantages do they offer over each other? Let’s take a look: 3-axis CNC machines In 3-axis CNC machines, the workpiece remains stagnant in one place while the cutting tools move around in 3-axis. These machines are suitable for projects that don't require a lot of detail or depth. While 3-axis CNC machines are capable of performing most machining tasks, they can’t machine angled features and other angular products. 4-axis CNC machines 4-axis CNC machines operate on the same principle as 3-axis CNC machines . However, they also operate on an additio