FeatureTURNMILL allows the combination of turning and milling features on lathes with powered rotary tools. FeatureTURNMILL supports the normal Z and X axes of turning combined with the C and optional Y-axis.
The Yoke shown in the left-hand figure, could be manufactured with a C axis lathe in two setups or using a C axis lathe with a subspindle. The right hand figure is a piece that requires a Y-axis due to the flat pockets on the top and bottom of the piece. (If these pockets were wrapped, they would have a curved bottom and then they could be manufactured without a Y-axis.)
When creating features, you are given the choice of creating turning features or turnmill features. Turning and turnmill features can be mixed in a single setup. Turning features are identical to those on a 2-axis lathe and milling features are created the same as for a 3-axis mill, except that you are given new choices for positioning and orienting the features either on the OD or on the face of the part.
Tool selection in FeatureTURNMILL is very similar to FeatureMILL and FeatureTURN, except that rotary tools are automatically classified as either parallel to the X-axis or Z-axis.
All forms of simulation (Centerline, 2D and 3D solid) are supported. In 3D simulation the rotation of the part is accurately simulated.
Turnmill parts require specially written posts. Two axis turning posts or milling posts will not work correctly.