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13 04, 2022

Horizontal vs Vertical CNC Milling Machines

By |2022-04-13T09:07:49-04:00April 13th, 2022|Categories: Mastercam|0 Comments

In any CNC milling machine, the workpiece and cutting tool move along set axes to cut out parts. How they move and in which directions is dependent on which type of machining center they are. Here are the differences between horizontal and vertical CNC machines. Horizontal CNC Milling A horizontal milling machine, also known as a horizontal machining center or HMC, features a cutting tool that is oriented horizontally. Their horizontal design allows chips to [...]

11 04, 2022

Mastercam 3D High Speed Waterline Toolpath Enhancements

By |2022-04-11T08:36:43-04:00April 11th, 2022|Categories: Mastercam, Tech Tips|0 Comments

Mastercam 2022 includes some handy new 3D High-Speed Waterline tool path enhancements for spiral patterns, new contour directions, machining flat areas, and optimizing the cut order. Machining with a Spiral Pattern and New Contour Directions The Cut Method drop-down on the Cut Parameters page has been replaced with the Closed contour direction and Open contour direction drop-downs. These new drop-downs allow you to create more efficient cutting motion and include reduced retracts on open contours. [...]

28 03, 2022

Improve Productivity with Mastercam 5-axis Machining

By |2022-03-28T08:16:43-04:00March 28th, 2022|Categories: Mastercam|0 Comments

Multiaxis machining is defined by the motion of the cutting machine. A multiaxis machining center can move either its cutting tool or workpiece not only along the three basic linear axes (X, Y, and Z), it can also use the rotary axes (A, B, and/or C) around each of the linear axes. With Mastercam 5-axis machining, programmers can take advantage of the three linear axes and two of the rotary axes: A (rotation around the [...]

21 03, 2022

Powerful Mastercam Router Features You Should Know

By |2022-03-21T08:23:22-04:00March 21st, 2022|Categories: Mastercam|0 Comments

Did you know routers were first created as a solution for the cabinet industry for cutting cabinet faces out of wood? The modern router, however, comes equipped with multiaxis rotary devices and pivoting heads, making them a staple in the shops of any industry. They are now capable of cutting a variety of materials like foam, plastic, wood, aluminum, and carbon fiber. You may already be familiar with its advanced Router software solutions. Pairing with [...]

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