User Guide

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10. Gouge Check page
The gouge checking option looks at the generated tool path and the end surfaces to decide whether
the tool tip or shaft is gouging the surfaces. Further check surfaces can be selected to avoid gouges
with surfaces that are not going to be machined.
The gouge checking is supported for all tool types (flat, ball, conical and bull nose). The check is done
at each calculated tool position. Gouge checking for complicated swarf motions between two tool
positions is under development.
10.1 Clearance
Clearance is a virtual stock added to your holder and arbor
diameter.
Arbor clearance
Holder clearance
Holder
Arbor