Turning

A dual workplane allows you to work in Lathe mode or in normal XY mode. All relevant drafting and machining processes for Lathe Operators switch to Z and X mode whereby diameter input makes sketching easy. Imported DXF sketches are instantly available in a familiar coordinate system.

Lathe functions

All operations which Lathes normally offer are available. These include roughing, finishing, planar finishing and various groove strategies. All functions automatically account for undercut compensation due to the tool tip angle.

Tables for E and F shape clearance cuts are included.

A Technology database offers various Feeds and Spindle speeds as well as cooling variables.

C-Axis and powered tools

The Lathe functions may also be combined with powered tools such as milling operations. Just rotate the axis or select the standard XY workplane and the system automatically detects the orientation of the machining proces to be vertical, horizontal or slanted.

If the imported product requires 3D machining just pick a form feature and drop the axis onto this object. Automatically all 3D machining processes will be registered and axis orientation information will be passed onto the postprocessor.