Productinfo Milling
Milling
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The milling module contains a complete set of commands for 2D and 3D machining. The learning curve is almost instantaneous as the dialog entries are identical to your train of thought. The system creates safe retracts and passes from pocket to pocket automatically. 2,5D Milling with NC-FeaturesMany 3D products can be machined using simple 2D conventional processes. vectorcam recognizes pockets with a planar bottom, open sides, steps and it automatically omits holes which it should not drop down into. This offers you not only short programs but also a secure process which can save up to 80% of machining time.
Complex parts can be programmed easily and with little training. The automatic Feature recognition finds all 2D surfaces, showing in color the remaining complex surfaces which need 3D machining. 2,5D MachiningIn this module vectorcam calculates the shortest and simplest paths for 2D geometry. Such contours can be either imported or sketched |
3D Machiningvectorcam offers a multiple of 3D machining strategies. The selected surfaces may be milled entirely, or within a boundary which you simply sketch in 2D. Neighboring surfaces may be partially included using an offset boundary. This ensures a smooth surface transition overlap. The collission check is automatically and always switched on. 4 and 5 axis machining, indexing and continuousSeveral functions are available for multi-axis machining. They include indexing for rotary tables as well as 5 axis simultaneous linear and rotary transformations. Using a special side-milling process vectorcam ensures a smooth surface for 4 axis processes as well as 5 axis simultaneous machining. |
in the 2D drafting module of vector. Among the many strategies are planing, contouring and engraving as well as pocketing, deburring and chamfering. All functions include automatic plunge and retract as well as approach options.
Collission control may include clamps, vices, and other obstacles such as pneumatic components and stack assemblies. If the user opts to switch off the automatic collission verification many machining routines are calculated several times faster, thus saving computing time.The 3D machining functions include Z-constant roughing, Z-constant finishing. These functions offer both x parallel and contour parallel strategies, star-shape, spiral and projection paths as well as 3D engraving along a 2D projectory.
