Available from version 1.60.24.1 or higher of the Builder plugin.
IMPORTANT: The functionality is available for all machines using the cloud service.
Setup
In the Machining settings, two options have been added:
Separate approach and retract operations
- If this option is checked, the approach and retract lines are machined separately from the main machining operation.
- This ensures the best possible alignment of the milling cutter with the operating lines.
- This option corrects cases where milling cutters with left or right alignments enter the operation lines incorrectly.
- It also corrects ramp entrances from the edge of the part, preventing damage during the descent.
Start Entry operations in the middle of the line
- If this option is checked, the milling cutter entry operation is calculated from the middle of the first line, not the corner.
Example of Operation Being Executed
There are two machining operations: closed machining and open machining.
Both operations are performed as follows: