Simultaneous 4- and 5-axis milling strategies designedfor production machining applications

EdgeCAM 10.5 introduces new capability for 4-and 5-Axis simultaneous machining in order to reduce programming times and improve manufacturing efficiency. Surface finish improvements are delivered by tilting the tool to maintain the optimal tool-to-part contact point at all times and provide improved access to undercuts and deep pockets. EdgeCAM provides strategies for ‘Swarf' cutting of variable taper walls, sophisticated multi-surface finishing with automatic collision avoidance, machining of impeller-type components, and de-flashing of plastic molded components. The new software also provides improvements in visualization of the machining process with simulation for mills, lathes, and mill/turn machines, allowing the user to avoid collisions and ensure safe operation. Machining times can be shortened in deep cavities with EdgeCAM 10.5's plunge roughing strategy. The tool repeatedly feeds down the Z-Axis with the main load occurring in the tool axis direction, reducing tool deflection, and resulting in increased tool stability and maintained feeds and speeds.

Pathtrace Systems Inc. Southfield, MI edgecam.com Booth #D-3110