User Guide

SolidCAM2005 Milling Manual
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5-axis Machining
6. If a flat tool is used for rough face milling, the At Front option enables you to mill
the front part of the tool. Change the Tool Contact point option to At Front.
7. Calculate and simulate the operation. It is recommended to use the 3D simulation
mode to perform the simulation of the tool path with the tool displayed.
The front of the tool is placed on the point and the angle results from the vector
of this point. (Later on we will see how we can tilt the tool more in the cutting
direction to get better cutting conditions).
8. To use the At radius option we have to define the tool with corner radius for the
operation. Change the Corner Radius to 2.