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Multi Axis Milling:

CAMWorks 4/5-axis simultaneous machining programming software allows the user to create toolpaths across complex shapes that could not be machined on 3-axis. This includes high-performance automotive part finishing, impellers, turbine oblades, cutting tools 5-axis trimming, and undercut machining in mold and die making. CAMWorks 4-axis simultaneous machining is designed for complex rotary applications such as camshafts, extrusion screws and blades.

Highlights

• Support for multiple tool types including flat, ball, hog nose, tapered and undercut tools such as lollipop and keyway
• Cutting strategies for swarf cutting, profile contouring, engraving, grooving and machining deep corners and cavities
• Collision detection looks at each toolpath and the surfaces to decide if the tool tip, tool shaft or holder is colliding. The check is done at each calculated tool position Groups of surfaces can be defined, each with its own avoidance strategy.