Compact machine combines simultaneous 5-axis motion, 60,000 RPM spindle, 8-tool auto changer, ±0.005 mm positioning repeatability, and AI CAM — starting at $5,799 for early backers.
TOPFAB, a Shanghai-based manufacturer of industrial 5-axis CNC, today introduced the TF500, a desktop CNC machine designed to bring true simultaneous 5-axis machining to workshops, engineering labs, and small-scale production environments.
Unlike 3-axis, 4-axis, or indexed 3+2 systems, the TF500 uses continuous XYZ motion plus dual rotary axes to cut complex geometries, undercuts, and curved surfaces in a single setup. It is aimed at jewelers, prototyping teams, product designers, and makers who need metal-grade precision without the floor space or learning curve of industrial CNC equipment.
“Traditional 5-axis machines are expensive, difficult to program, and locked inside factories,” said Wang, an engineer at TOPFAB. “We wanted to create a system that combines AI-generated workflow, automation, and real machining capability into a platform that makers, professionals, and even ordinary home users can actually use on their desktop.”
AI-CAM, Not Black Magic
TOPFAB has its own AI community that helps users generate models from text or images and then generate toolpaths. Users upload a photo or sketch, the system produces an initial 3D mesh and suggests a roughing toolpath for 5‑axis motion. All suggestions can be reviewed and edited before machining.
TOPFAB has its own community with a massive model library, and both the quantity and types of models are continuously increasing. It is not a closed ecosystem: the TF500 accepts standard G-code, making it compatible with popular CAM software, including Fusion 360, SolidWorks CAM, and RhinoCAM. Users can also export toolpaths from their existing workflow.
True Simultaneous 5-Axis Machining
- Travel: 130 × 170 × 120 mm
- Dual rotary axes: ±360° (C) / -110° to +110° (A)
- Positional repeatability: ±0.005 mm
- Rotary accuracy: ±10 arcsec
The machine handles complex parts — jewelry rings, watch cases, small molds, sculptures, and functional prototypes — in one clamping operation, reducing repositioning errors and improving surface finish.
Desktop Friendly, Real Material Capable
- Spindle: 60,000 RPM
- Tool changer: 8-tool automatic (vision-assisted tool recognition)
- Work envelope: Φ120 × 100 mm (max)
- Tool shanks: 4 mm and 6 mm
- Cooling: Thermoelectric and liquid dual cooling system
- Weight: 75 kg (machine) / 10 kg (control box)
The TF500 cuts a wide range of materials, including:
| Category | Materials |
| Metals | Aluminum alloys: 6061, 7075, 5052 |
| Stainless steel: 304, 316, 416 | |
| Brass and copper alloys: H59 brass, H62 brass | |
| Nickel alloy with hardness comparable to 304 / 316 stainless steel | |
| Plastics & Engineering Materials | ABS |
| PLA | |
| Acrylic (PMMA) | |
| POM | |
| PP / PE | |
| Nylon | |
| Bakelite | |
| FR4 / fiberglass board | |
| Wood & Organic Materials | Hardwood |
| Plywood | |
| MDF | |
| Multilayer board | |
| Fruit pits | |
| EVA foam | |
| Industrial wax | |
| Tooling board | |
| Photosensitive resin | |
| Epoxy board | |
| Composite Materials | Carbon fiber (CFRP) |
| Fiberglass-reinforced nylon | |
| Fiberglass-reinforced PP | |
| Kevlar/aramid composites | |
| Epoxy composite boards | |
| Resin-based composite materials |
- Metals: Aluminum (6061, 7075, 5052), stainless steel (304, 316, 416), brass/copper, nickel alloys
- Plastics & engineering: ABS, PLA, acrylic (PMMA), POM, PP/PE, nylon, Bakelite, FR4
- Wood & organics: Hardwood, plywood, MDF, fruit pits (olive, date, etc.), EVA foam, industrial wax
- Composites: Carbon fiber (CFRP), fiberglassreinforced nylon/PP, Kevlar, epoxy composite boards
Early Access & Pricing
The TF500 is available for prelaunch reservation ahead of a crowdfunding campaign.
- VIP reservation price: $5,799 USD
- Super Early Bird (crowdfunding): $5,999 USD
- MSRP after campaign: $8,999 USD
Early backers receive a bonus tooling and material package (valued up to $538). Reservations are refundable under terms posted on the prelaunch page.
Shipping, Support & Warranty
TOPFAB will ship to the United States with a 110V compatible power supply. The machine includes a oneyear limited warranty covering parts and labor, with paid extended options available. A North American spare parts depot is planned for Q3 2026.
Technical Specifications
About TOPFAB
TOPFAB has supplied 5-axis CNC systems to aerospace, automotive, and medical manufacturers for over a decade. TF500 is the company’s consumer-oriented desktop system, developed through five iterations, bringing industrial motion control and AI-generated workflows to creators and small-scale production teams worldwide.
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