A 5-axis version of the popular A66E machine, the A66E-5XD can machine complicated shapes in half the time of conventional 5-axis processes in the production of aerospace components such as blisks, inducers, impellers and turbine engine parts. It has a tool-to-tool time of 0.9 to 1.1 seconds and a chip-to-chip time of 2.9 seconds. The large, direct drive motor of the rotary table provides excellent high-speed operation to eliminate backlash and wear. The Makino A66E-5XD has an exceptional travel capacity and work zone for a machine in this class. 5-axis design permits the A66E-5XD to blend exceptional acceleration characteristics and minimal vibration with high-speed spindle utilization, especially when milling tough, heat-resistant alloys such as inconel, titanium and stainless steel.