Of course, in this case,
the 2 angles are always checked (we are in 5 axis in continuous mode).
Only the direction angle (sign) is not used, which is usually better.Lock angles
This parameters allows to lock the angles in the case of a zigzag cutting method.
' Lock angles' Not activated:
The 2 angles must always have the same value (with the sign!). So, when the tool falls over in every change of direction.
' Lock angles' Activated:
TopSolid'Cam doesn't take into account the sign of the angle when the tool change the direction. In this case,the tool stays with the same orientation.
Of course, in this case,
the 2 angles are always checked (we are in 5 axis in continuous mode).
Only the direction angle (sign) is not used, which is usually better.
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