5-Axis · Profile · Finishing Pass

Profile Contouring

OP — PC

Profile Contouring Operation

  1. Select the Guide, Top Limit, and Bottom Limit surfaces.
  2. Select a Ø16 mm Flat End Mill as the cutting tool.
  3. Set the Tool Path Style to One Way.
  4. Set the Machining Mode to Maximum Depth of Cut.
  5. Set the Maximum Depth of Cut to 1 mm.
  6. Activate the Approach and Retract options.
  7. Set the Approach Motion to Axial Motion Up to a Plane.
  8. Compute the toolpath to generate the machining operation.
  9. Run the machining simulation to verify the cutting movement, check for collisions, and confirm the material is removed correctly.