Tool Orientation in SURFCAM
Actual Tool Orientation
4Axis Cut operation
4 Axis Swarf operation with Start Angle greater than 90
4 Axis Swarf operation with Start Angle less than 90
When SURFCAM displays the 4 axis tool motion, it appears that the orientation of the tool axis changes. This makes it easier to view the drawing and verification of the toolpath.
When you send the NC code to a 4 axis machine, you'll see the part rotates while the direction of the tool axis remains fixed.
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Tool Orientation in SURFCAM |
Actual Tool Orientation |
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4Axis Cut operation |
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4 Axis Swarf operation with Start Angle greater than 90 |
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4 Axis Swarf operation with Start Angle less than 90 |
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