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This example shows a turned part with a flange placed on the OD (outer diameter). This feature cannot be machined with Rotary milling, as the tool must move in the Y axis (Planar mode).
To create the geometry relative to the turned part you must first create a CPL.
For example, select Create CPL (Geometry menu) and enter the following parameters:
Click on Reference and specify CPL = Axial
Name = Yaxis
Select Origin
Click on Rotate and specify X Rotation = -90
Dimensions = 3D
By digitising the centreline, a CPL will be created similar to that shown in the above diagram.
This CPL allows you to create geometry at the required orientation.