Slice is one of the pattern tool path options. The Four Pattern Project Operation Options Once again, each pattern has unique characteristics, making them appropriate for semi-finishing and finishing selected areas or even the entire model. The Pattern Project operation could also be a multi-surface finishing cycle that removes material based on the selected pattern. Each pattern has unique characteristics that make them appropriate for semi-finishing and finishing selected areas or the entire model. Generally, these patterns are projected onto the model surfaces with the tool stepping over using a constant value for X and Y. Those type options are slice, flowline, radial, and spiral. The Pattern Project operation is a 3-axis finishing operation type that removes material based on the selected pattern. In this article, I will be focusing on the toolpath control options you get when using the Pattern Project strategy included with CAMWorks Milling Standard.

From different pattern type options to the granular options within each pattern, there’s a lot to digest. CAMWorks offers several options when setting up your tool path.

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