Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer Review: Specs and Uses of the 5-Axis CNC Parts Washer
Updated: 7 days ago
The Fives SmartWash is a CNC machine that cleans and deburrs parts the way a machining centre cuts them. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
SmartWash treats washing like machining. Five axes, three moving the part and two moving the spindle, aim tools at each hole and surface, and an automatic changer swaps among up to seven tools: lances, high-pressure jets at up to 8,000 PSI, brushes and a rotor jet. Washing, drying and deburring happen in one compact chamber, replacing several separate machines. The NC program can be rewritten for new parts, self-diagnostics flag problems such as flow restriction or motor vibration, and an optional IoT package adds dashboards and maintenance forecasting. Dimensions and cycle times are not listed.
Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer at a Glance
Axes: 5 (3 part, 2 spindle)
Tool capacity: Up to 7 interchangeable tools
Max pressure: 8,000 PSI (551 bar), patented toolholder
Functions: Washing, drying, deburring in one chamber
Doors: Top- or front-load, pneumatic
Price: on request
Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer |
Manufacturer | Fives Group |
Axes | 5 (3 part, 2 spindle) |
Tool capacity | Up to 7 interchangeable tools |
Max pressure | 8,000 PSI (551 bar), patented toolholder |
Functions | Washing, drying, deburring in one chamber |
Doors | Top- or front-load, pneumatic |
Drives | Servos and VFDs |
Diagnostics | Self-diagnostics; optional IoT package |
Approvals | UL and CE approved components |
Dimensions, cycle times and throughput are not listed.
Design and Build Quality
A compact single-chamber machine with programmable NC control.
Software and Integration
NC Programming
Redeploy for new parts and processes.
IoT Package
Real-time tracking, dashboards and maintenance forecasts.
Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer Applications and Use Cases
Engine Blocks and Heads
Complex prismatic parts.
Valve Bodies
Cross holes and passages.
Transmission Housings
Washing and deburring.
Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer Price and Value
Fives does not publish a price for the Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Fives Group Company Profile: History, Ownership, Business Areas and Figures.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Replaces several machines
8,000 PSI deburring
Reprogrammable
Self-diagnostics
Cons
Cycle times not stated
Dimensions not stated
No published price
Who Should Buy the Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer?
It fits powertrain and hydraulic component makers with complex parts.
Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer FAQ
How much does the Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer cost?
Fives does not publish a price for the Fives SmartWash 5-Axis CNC Washer; it is quoted on request.
What is the Fives SmartWash?
A five-axis CNC parts washing machine.
How many tools can it hold?
Up to seven.
What pressure does it reach?
Up to 8,000 PSI.
Can it deburr?
Yes, by high-pressure jet or brush.
Can it be reprogrammed?
Yes, via its NC controller.
Does it have diagnostics?
Yes, plus an optional IoT package.
What parts is it for?
Engine blocks, heads, valve bodies and transmission housings.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
