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Procedure: Configuring Operations
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Milling\Operations_Configure
OPERATION_SETUP.ASM
1. Task 1. Create an operation and specify a 3-axis milling machine tool as the Work
Center.
1. Enable only the following Datum Display type: Plane Display .
2. Select Mill from the Work Center types drop-down menu in the Machine Tool Setup group.
 Type 3-AXIS in the Name text box and press ENTER.
 In the Milling Work Center dialog box, click Accept to create a default 3-axis milling Work Center.
Figure 1
2. Notice the default machine type is Mill, and the default number of axes is set to 3-Axis. You can
change these and other machine tool settings as required.
1. Task 2. Assemble a fixture.

1. Click Operation from the Process group.
 Select the Fixture Setup tab.
 Click Add Fixture .
 Select FADAL_BED.PRT, and click Open.
2. Create the first assembly constraint.
 Enable Plane Tag Display.
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_TOP.
 Select the top surface of FADAL_BED.PRT, as shown.

Figure 2
3. Create the second assembly constraint.
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_FRONT.
 Select the front surface of FADAL_BED.PRT, as shown.
Figure 3
4. Create the third assembly constraint.
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_RIGHT.
 Select the hidden left surface of FADAL_BED.PRT, as shown.
Figure 4
5. Click Complete Component in the dashboard.
6. Disable Plane Display . Enable CsysDisplay .
1. Task 3. Specify the machine zero coordinate system and the retract plane.
1. Click in the Program Zero collector in the dashboard.
 Select the MACHINE_CSYS from the fixture model.

Notice a coordinate system named NC_MACHINE_CSYS is copied into the manufacturing model.
2. Select the Clearance tab.

 Select Plane from the Type drop-down menu.
 Select NC_MACHINE_CSYS for the Reference.
 Type 150 and press ENTER for the Value.

Figure 5
3. Select the Properties tab.
 Notice the name defaults to OP010; you could specify a different name at this point.
4. Click Complete Feature in the Operati
Exercise: Configuring a Milling Operation

Objectives
After successfully completing this exercise, you will be able to:
 Create manufacturing operations.
 Select an existing Work Center when configuring machine tools.
 Assemble fixtures.
 Create coordinate systems when specifying machine zero positions.
 Specify retract planes.
Scenario
You need to configure an operation that involves specifying a machine tool by selecting a pre-configured
fadal Work Center. You also assemble a fixture that represents the fadal machine tool. You configure the
machine zero coordinate system for the operation. This involves creating a new coordinate system in the
manufacturing model. This coordinate system references model geometry from the fixture assembly.
Finally, you specify the retract plane relative to the machine coordinate system.
Milling\Operations_Configure
FADAL_EXAMPLE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create an operation and configure a machine tool.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display type: CsysDisplay .
2. Select User-Defined Work Center from the Work Center types drop-down menu in the Machine Tool
Setup group.
 Select the FADALVMC.GPH Work Center, and click Open.
You have retrieved an existing Work Center for the fadal-vmc machine type; this Work Center can
have pre-configured options such as maximum spindle speed, and travel limits.
3. In the model tree, select FADALVMC, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Select the Travel tab; note the tool travel limits in the X-, Y-, and Z-directions.
 In the Milling Work Center dialog box, click Accept .
Figure 1
1. Task 2. Assemble a fixture.
1. Click Operation from the Process group.
 Open the Fixture Setup tab.
 Click Add Fixture .

 Select FADAL_VMC.ASM, and click Open.
2. Select the datum coordinate systemNC_ASM_DEF_CSYS on the manufacturing model.
3. Select the datum coordinate system FADAL_REF on the fixture assembly.
 Click Complete Component in the dashboard.
Figure 2
1. Task 3. Specify a machine zero coordinate system in the manufacturing model.
1. Create a new coordinate system by referencing existing geometry.
 Select the Model tab in the ribbon.

 Click Coordinate System from the Datum group.
 Zoom in to the area shown.
 Press CTRL, and select the front and left edges on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.
 Note the position of the coordinate system and the direction of the axes.
Figure 3
2. You can select many alternative references to configure coordinate systems. In this case, you could
have selected three orthogonal surfaces to locate the coordinate system.
1. Reorient the coordinate system axes.
 In the Coordinate System dialog box, click theOrientation tab.

 Click Flip to change the X-axis direction.
 Observe the axes directions update, as shown.
 Click OK in the Coordinate System dialog box.
Figure 4
1. Task 4. Specify a retract plane.
1. Select the Operation tab in the ribbon.
 Select the Clearance tab.
 Select Plane from the Type drop-down menu.
 Click in the reference collector and select coordinate system ACS0 for the Reference.
 Edit the value to 200, and press ENTER.
 Click Refit from the Graphics toolbar.
Figure 5
2. Click Complete Feature in the Operation dashboard.
 Disable CsysDisplay .
3. Save the manufacturing model and erase all objects from memory.
 Click Save from the Quick Access toolbar.

 Click Close from the Quick Access toolbar.
 Click Erase Not Displayed .
 Click OK.
Procedure: Using Reference Models

Milling\Reference_Models
CASTING.ASM
1. Task 1. Assemble the reference model.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display type: Plane Display .
2. Select Assemble Reference Model from the Reference Model types drop-down menu in the
Components group.
 Select CASTING.PRT, and click Open.
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_TOP in the model tree.
 If necessary, expand the CASTING.PRT feature list in the model tree.
 Select datum plane TOP on CASTING.PRT in the model tree.

Figure 1
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_FRONT in the model tree.
 Select datum plane FRONT on CASTING.PRT in the model tree.
Figure 2
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_RIGHT in the model tree.
 Select datum plane RIGHT on CASTING.PRT in the model tree.

Figure 3
7. Disable Plane Display .
Figure 4
2. In this case, the reference model has been assembled to the default datum planes in the
manufacturing model. However, it is possible to configure an operation and assemble a fixture before
assembling the reference model. This would give you the option of assembling the reference model to
the fixture if required.
Exercise: Different Methods for Assembling

Reference Models
Objectives
 Assemble reference models using the Merge by Reference option.
 Assemble reference models using the Inherited option.
Scenario
You need to assemble reference models to two different manufacturing models. You start by opening the
mold cavity manufacturing model and assemble the mold cavity part using the Merge by Reference
option. This option copies all the mold cavity geometry into one merge feature in the reference model.
You then open the cover manufacturing model and assemble the cover part using the Inherited option.
The Inherited option gives you the flexibility to modify geometry and features on the inherited reference
part without changing the original cover part if required.
După finalizarea cu succes acest exercițiu, veți fi capabil să:

• Montați modele de referință utilizând Merge de opțiunea de referință.
• Montați modele de referință folosind opțiunea moștenite.
Scenariu
Aveți nevoie pentru a asambla modele de referință pentru două modele diferite de producție. Puteți
începe prin deschiderea modelului de fabricație mucegai cavitate și asambla partea de matriță cavitatea
folosind Merge de opțiunea de referință. Acest copii opțiune toate mucegai cavitate geometria într-un
singur element de îmbinare în modelul de referință.
Apoi deschideți modelul de producție de acoperire și de a asambla o parte capacul folosind opțiunea
moștenite. Opțiunea Moștenit vă oferă flexibilitatea de a modifica geometria și caracteristicile pe de o
parte de referință a moștenit fără a schimba o parte originală de acoperire, dacă este necesar.
Milling\Reference_Models
MOLD_CAVITY.ASM
1. Task 1. Assemble the mold cavity reference model.

1. Disable all Datum Display types.
2. Select Merge Reference Model from the Reference Model types drop-down menu.
 From the Open dialog box, select MOLD_CAVITY.PRT, and click Open.
 Select the front surface on MOLD_CAVITY.PRT.
 Select the front surface on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.
 If necessary, edit the offset value to 0.
Figure 1
 Select the hidden underside surface on MOLD_CAVITY.PRT.
 Select the top surface on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.
 Edit the offset value to 0.
Figure 2
 Select the right surface on MOLD_CAVITY.PRT.
 Select the right surface on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.
 Edit the offset value to –300.
Figure 3
7. In the Create Reference Model dialog box, notice theMerge by reference option is set.
 Accept the name of MOLD_CAVITY_REF for the new reference model and click OK.
 In the model tree, expand MOLD_CAVITY_REF.PRT.
 Select the EXTERNAL MERGE feature in the model tree.
 Notice the feature highlights in the MOLD_CAVITY_REF.PRT model.

Figure 4
8. Click Regenerate from the Quick Access toolbar.

An external merge feature has been created in the new reference model. Note the geometry of the
merge feature cannot be edited directly; however, additional features can be added to the new
reference model as required. In addition, the merge feature can be updated to display any changes
from the original reference part.

 Click Close Window from the Quick Access toolbar.
 Click OK.
1. Task 2. Open the cover manufacturing model.
1. From the Quick Access toolbar, click Open .
 Select COVER_OP010.ASM, and click Open.
 Enable CsysDisplay .
1. Task 3. Assemble the cover reference model.
1. Select Inherit Reference Model from the Reference Model types drop-down menu.
 Select COVER.PRT, and click Open.
2. Create the assembly constraint.
 Select datum coordinate system OP010 on the cover model.

 Select datum coordinate system MACH_0 on the manufacturing model, as shown.
Figure 5
4. In the Create Reference Model dialog box, notice theInherited option.
 Note the default name COVER_OP010_REF in the Name text box.
 Click OK to create a new reference model.
 Expand COVER_OP010_REF.PRT in the model tree.
 Expand the EXTERNAL INHERITANCE feature in the model tree.
Figure 6
2. Note that an external inheritance feature has been created in the new reference model. You can edit
inherited features without changing the original reference part.
1. Suppress a number of reference model features that are not required for machining in the first operation.
 In the model tree, select feature HOLE 1.
 Press CTRL and select features EXTRUDE 4 and EXTRUDE 6 in the model tree.
 Right-click and select Suppress .

 Click OK to suppress the related round features.
2. In the model tree, click Settings and then click Tree Filters.
 If necessary, select the Suppressed Objectscheck box.
 Click OK.
 Notice the updated listing showing suppressed features in the model tree, as shown.
Figure 7
3. Click Regenerate .

 Click OK.
Procedure: Using Workpiece Models

Milling\Workpiece_Models
BRACKET.ASM
1. Task 1. Create the workpiece.

2. Select Automatic Workpiece from the Workpiece types drop-down menu from the Components
group.
3. In the dashboard, select the Options tab.
 Type 20 in the +X text box.
 Type 20 in the –X text box.
 Type 20 in the +Y text box.
 Type 20 in the –Y text box.
 Type 10 in the +Z text box, and press ENTER.
 Observe the workpiece preview geometry update, as shown.
Figure 1
Figure 2
4. In the dashboard, select the Properties tab.
 Type BRACKET_WRK_AUTO in the Workpiece Name text box, and press ENTER.
5. Click Complete Feature in the dashboard.
 Observe the new workpiece displayed in green in the manufacturing model.
Figure 3
Exercise: Creating a Workpiece with Inherited

Features
Objectives
 Create workpiece models using the Inherited Feature option.
 Suppress features in workpiece models with inherited features.

 Add features to workpiece models with inherited features.
Scenario
You need to create a workpiece in a manufacturing model using the Inherited Features option. The
workpiece represents a casting, so you need to suppress a number of features in the workpiece and add
material to the workpiece to ensure the workpiece accurately represents the “as-cast” version of the
casting.

• Crearea de modele piesei utilizând opțiunea Feature moștenite.
• reprimarea caracteristici în modelele de prelucrat cu caracteristici moștenite.
• Adăugați caracteristici la modele pentru piese cu caracteristici moștenite.
Scenariu
Aveți nevoie pentru a crea o piesă într-un model de producție folosind opțiunea Caracteristici moștenite.
Piesa de lucru reprezintă un casting, deci va trebui să suprima un număr de caracteristici în piesa de
prelucrat și se adaugă material piesa de prelucrat pentru a se asigura piesa de prelucrat reprezintă cu
exactitate versiunea "ca-turnat" de turnare.
Milling\Workpiece_Models
GEARBOX_CASTING.ASM
1. Task 1. Assemble the gearbox casting as the workpiece model.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display type: CsysDisplay .
2. Select Inherit Workpiece from the Workpiece types drop-down menu in the Components group.
 Select GEARBOX.PRT, and click Open.
3. Create the assembly constraint.
 Select datum coordinate system REF on the gearbox casting model.

 Select datum coordinate system REF on the manufacturing model.
Figure 1
5. In the Create Stock-Workpiece dialog box, note theInherited option is already selected.
 Note the default name GEARBOX_CASTING_WRK in the Name text box.
 Click OK to create a new workpiece model.

 Expand the GEARBOX_CASTING_WRK.PRT in the model tree.
 Expand the EXTERNAL INHERITANCE feature in the model tree.
Figure 2
2. An external inheritance feature has been created in the new workpiece part. You can edit inherited
features in the workpiece part without changing the original part. This is useful if you want to edit the
workpiece to represent the as-cast version of the model.
1. Task 2. Edit the workpiece to represent the as-cast version of the casting.
1. Suppress a number of workpiece model features.
 In the model tree, select feature SLOT_1.
 Press CTRL and select group HOLES.
 Right-click and select Suppress .

 Click OK to suppress the related round feature.
Figure 3
2. Activate the casting part.
 Select GEARBOX_CASTING_WRK.PRT in the model tree.
 Right-click and select Activate .

3. Add material to the top of the casting.
 Click Extrude from the Shapes group.
 Right-click and select Define Internal Sketch.
 Cursor over the workpiece model, then right-click and select the hidden surface on
GEARBOX_CASTING_WRK.PRT, as shown.
 Click Sketch.
 In the model tree, select the VERTICAL datum feature, and then select the HORIZONTAL datum
feature as sketching references.
 In the References dialog box, click Close.
Figure 4
4. Select the first loop of edges for the sketch.
 Select Sketch View from the Setup group in the ribbon.

 Click Project from the Sketching group in the ribbon.
 Select the Loop option.
 Cursor over the workpiece model, and right-click until the top surface on the
GEARBOX_CASTING_WRK.PRT highlights, as shown.
 Select the highlighted surface.
 Click Accept to select the outer loop of edges, as shown.

Figure 5
5. Select the second loop of edges for the sketch.
 Cursor over the workpiece model, and right-click until the surface on
GEARBOX_CASTING_WRK.PRT highlights, as shown.
 Select the highlighted surface.
 Click Next > Accept to select the inner loop of edges, as shown.
Figure 6
6. Complete the extrusion.
 Click OK from the Sketcher toolbar.

 Press CTRL + D to return to the standard orientation.
 In the dashboard, edit the depth to 2.

 Click Complete Feature .
 Select GEARBOX_CASTING.ASM in the model tree.
 Right-click and select Activate .

 Select the EXTRUDE 1 feature in the model tree.
 Observe the material added to the top of the casting, as shown.
Figure 7
7. Click Regenerate .
You could also vary the dimensions of the external inheritance features in the gearbox casting
workpiece if required.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Creating and Using NC Model

Assemblies
Milling\NC_Assemblies
1. Task 1. Create an NC model assembly.
1. Create a new NC model assembly.
 Click New in the ribbon.

 Select the Assembly and NC model options.
 Type COVER_NC in the Name text box.
 Click OK.
Figure 1
3. Add the reference model.
 Select COVER.PRT and click Open.

 Notice that the reference model is added to the assembly.
Figure 2
4. Configure a rectangular stock workpiece.
 From the menu manager, click Create Stock.

 In the dashboard, click Options.
 Type 135 in the X Total text box, and press ENTER.
 Type 40 in the Y Total text box, and press ENTER.
 Type 110 in the Z Total text box, and press ENTER.
 Notice that the workpiece size updates, as shown. You can edit the workpiece size using drag
handles, or edit the dimensions directly on the model.
Figure 3
5. Name the workpiece.
 In the dashboard, click Properties.

 Type COVER_NC_WP in the Workpiece Name text box, and press ENTER.
 Click Complete Feature in the dashboard.
 Observe the new workpiece displayed in green in the NC model assembly.
Figure 4
6. Save the NC model assembly and erase all objects from memory.
 Click Save from the Quick Access toolbar. Click OK.

 Click OK .
1. Task 2. Use an NC model assembly in a manufacturing model.
1. Create a new manufacturing model.
 Click New in the ribbon.

 Select the Manufacturing and NC assemblyoptions.
 Type COVER in the Name text box.
 Clear the Use default template check box. ClickOK.
 Select Empty in the New File Options dialog box. Click OK.
2. Add the NC model assembly.
 Click the Components drop-down menu.
 Click Manufacturing Assembly > Assemble and Classify.

 Select COVER_NC.ASM and click Open.
 Notice that the NC model assembly is added to the manufacturing model.
Figure 5
3. Review the model tree structure.
 Expand COVER_NC.ASM in the model tree.
 Observe the resulting model structure in the model tree, as shown.

Figure 6
Procedure: Creating and Configuring a Work

Center
Milling\Work_Centers
MILL_WORK_CENTER.ASM
1. Task 1. Configure and save a mill Work Center.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display types: Csys Display and Plane Display .
2. In the Machine Tool Setup group, click the Work Center types drop-down menu, and select Mill .
3. Configure the required options.
 Type 4_AXIS_MILL in the Machine Name text box.

 Select 4 Axis from the Number of Axes drop-down list.
 Notice that the Rotation Options section appears in the Milling Work Center dialog box, as shown.
Figure 1
4. Configure the Rotation Options.
 Select the Use Rotation check box.

 Select Absolute from the Rotation Mode drop-down list.
Figure 2
5. Configure Commands Options.
 Select Only at Start from the FROM drop-down list.
Figure 3
6. Observe the Output cutter position options.
Figure 4
7. Associate a site parameter file with the Work Center.
 Select the Parameters tab.

 Click Defaults.
 Click Current Dir > Mill from the menu manager.
 Select 4_AXIS_MIL.SIT, and click Open.
 Notice the 4_axis_mil.sit file was read in successfully. This file configures the default manufacturing
parameter values used in NC sequences.
 Click Done from the menu manager.

8. Configure a PPRINT table.
 Click the PPRINT button.

 Click Create from the menu manager.
 Select the OPERATION_COMMENTS item and click the Yes option at the bottom of the window.
 Edit the following items to Yes.
Parameter Name Option
TOOL_TABLE Yes
ONLY_OUTPUT_USED_TOOLS Yes
NC_SEQUENCE_NAME Yes
 Click OK to close the Activate PPRINT window.
 In the menu manager, click Save. Type 4_axisand press ENTER to save the PPRINT table.
 Click Done/Return.
9. Configure the Work Center travel limits.
 Select the Travel tab.

 Configure the travel limits, as shown.
Figure 5
10. Save the Work Center.
 Click Accept in the Milling Work Center dialog box.

 Select the Work Center types drop-down menu from the Machine Tool Setup group.
 Click Save Work Center.
Procedure: Creating Standard Milling Tools

Milling\Tools_Standard
STD_TOOLS.ASM
1. Task 1. Create and review standard tools.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display types: Plane Display and CsysDisplay .
2. Click Cutting Tools from the Machine Tool Setup group.
3. Create an end mill tool.
 Click File > New in the Tools Setup dialog box.

 Select END MILL from the Type drop-down list.
 Type FEM_20_0 in the Name text box.
 Type CARBIDE in the Material text box.
 Type 2 in the Number of Flutes text box.
 Edit the geometry parameters, as shown.
 Click Apply.
 Notice the tool is added to the tool table, as shown.
Figure 1
Figure 2
2. You can use the Material and Number of Flutes parameters with a machinability database to
determine cut feed and spindle speed.
1. Select the Settings tab.

 Notice that the tool number is already configured automatically as 1.
 Type 1 in the Offset Number text box.

 Click Apply, to update the tool information.
 Click Yes, to change the tool description.
Figure 3
2. In the Tools Setup dialog box, click Save Tool .
 A file named fem_20_0.xml is saved in the working directory.
3. Select the General tab.

 Click Hide Details, and notice that the tool geometry is no longer displayed.
 Click Show Details to display the tool geometry again.
 Click Display Tool .
 Click Close.
Figure 4
4. Click New Tool .
 Select DRILLING from the Type drop-down list.
 Notice that the tool geometry graphic updates.
 Type DRILL_10_0 in the Name text box.

 Type HSS in the Material text box.
 Select the Settings tab.

 Type 3 in the Tool Number text box.
 Notice that the tool is added to the tool table, as shown.
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
5. Click Customize Columns .
 Select the TOOL OFFSET NUMBER row in the Column Setup Builder dialog box.
 Click Move Up .
 Click OK.
 Notice that the tool table updates.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Procedure: Creating Solid Model Milling Tools

Milling\Tools_Solid
SOLID_TOOLS.ASM
1. Task 1. Review a solid tool model.

2. Click Open from the Quick Access toolbar.
 Select FEM_15_0_SOLID.PRT and click Open.
3. In the model tree, select the REVOLVE feature, then right-click and select Edit .
 Observe the model dimensions, as shown.
Figure 1
2. Notice that the coordinate system is named TIP. This represents the tool tip (often referred to as the
control point). This point specifies the X-, Y-, and Z-positions for the tool in NC sequences.
1. Review the model relations and symbolic dimension values.
 Select the Tools tab.

 Click Relations from the Model Intent group.
 Notice the relations, as shown.
 These relations assign a material to the tool model and set the number of teeth.
 Observe the model dimension symbols, as shown.
 Note, the dimension symbols cutter_diam and length have been changed from their default values.
This creates a link between these dimensions and the corresponding tool parameters.
 Click OK to close the Relations dialog box.

Figure 2
Figure 3
2. Click Close from the Quick Access toolbar, to return to the manufacturing model.
4. Create an end mill tool.

 Click File > Open Tool Library > By Reference.
 Select FEM_15_0_SOLID.PRT and click Open.
 Notice that the tool parameters have been assigned from the solid model, as shown.
Figure 4
3. Notice that the tool solid model appears next to the tool geometry parameters.
1. In the Tools Setup dialog box, click Display Tool .

 Notice that the solid tool model appears in a separate window.
 Click Close.
Figure 5
 Notice that the tool number is already configured automatically as 1.

 Click Yes to change the tool description.
 Observe the information in the tool table, as shown.
Figure 6
Figure 7
 Click OK.
Procedure: Creating and Using Tool Cutting Data

Milling\Tools_Cutting-Data
CUTTING_DATA.ASM
1. Task 1. Create cutting data when configuring a tool.

2. Configure the workpiece material.
 In the model tree, select OP010[MAZAK], then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Select the Options tab in the dashboard.
 Click New.
 Type aluminum in the Stock Material text box and press ENTER.
 Click Accept .
 Click Complete Feature in the dashboard.
You can manually add more materials to the mfg_wp_material_list.xml file as required. This enables
you to select from more than one workpiece material.

4. Configure cutting data for a drill tool.
 Ensure the DRILL_12_0 tool is selected.
 The tool geometry has been configured, but cut data has not been configured.
 Select the Cut Data tab.
 Notice aluminum is selected from the Stock Material drop-down list.
 Type 500 in the Speed text box.
 Type 120 in the Feed text box.
 Click Apply.
 Click Yes to save the changes to the tool.
Figure 1
You can use the cutting data to specify optimum speed and feed parameters when using this tool in
NC sequences.

 Note, the saved drill_12_0.xml file now contains feed and speed information, as shown.
Figure 2
1. Task 2. Configure cutting data when creating a new tool.
1. Click New Tool .
 Select the General tab.
 Select END MILL from the Type drop-down list.
 Type FEM_25_0 in the Name text box.

 Notice aluminum is selected from the Stock Material drop-down list.
 Type 20 in the Axial Depth text box.
 Type 12 in the Radial Depth text box.
 Click Apply.
Figure 3
Figure 4
The saved tool file, fem_25_0.xml, contains feed and speed information. You can use this information
in the future if the tool is retrieved into a different Work Center, and aluminum is configured as the
stock material.
Procedure: Retrieving Tool Data
Milling\Tools_Retrieving
TOOL_LIB.ASM
1. Task 1. Retrieve different tools into a Work Center.

2. Load a configuration option to specify the tool directory.
 Click File > Options.

 Select Configuration Editor.
 Select Import configuration file from Import/Export types drop-down menu.
 Select the CONFIG.PRO file, and click Open.
 Click OK to close the PTC Creo Parametric Options dialog box.
 Click No in the PTC Creo Parametric Options Panel.
3. Click Cutting Tools to open the Tools Setup dialog box.
4. Retrieve a center drill tool.
 Select CENTER-DRILLING from the Type drop-down list.

 Click Retrieve Tool in the Tools Setup dialog box.
 Notice you are selecting from the previously configured pro_mf_tprm_dir folder.
 Double-click the CENTER_DRILLS folder.
 Select the 08.XML tool, and click Open.

 Note the resulting tool geometry updates, as shown.
Figure 1
5. Retrieve a drill tool.
 Select DRILLING from the Type drop-down list.
 Click Retrieve Tool .
 Double-click the DRILLS folder.
 Select the MMDRL_16.XML tool and click Open.

Figure 2
6. Retrieve a bull nose mill tool.
 Select MILLING from the Type drop-down list.

 Note, you must change the tool type before retrieving the required tool.

 Double-click the MILL_TOOLS folder.
 Select the MMBUL10.XML tool, and click Open.

Figure 3
7. Retrieve a flat end mill tool.

 Select the MMFLT18.XML tool, and click Open.

 Note, all stored tool parameters are retrieved with the tool, as shown.
Figure 4
2. By default, tool information is stored with the manufacturing model.
3. You can also save the Work Center. This stores any retrieved tools within the Work Center
configuration. This is useful if you want to retrieve a Work Center in different manufacturing models
with tools pre-configured.
1. Save the manufacturing model.
 Observe the tool table listing in the Tools Setup dialog box, as shown.
 Click OK in the Tools Setup dialog box.

 Note, the tool information is saved with the manufacturing model.
Figure 5
Exercise: Creating and Configuring Tools

Objectives
 Create tools by configuring tool parameters.
 Use cutting data during the configuration of tools.
 Retrieve tools from a tool library.
 Configure a solid tool.
Scenario
You need to configure a number of tools for an existing fadal-vmc Work Center. You create a number of
new tools and retrieve some existing tools from a tool library. You also configure a solid tool and add it to
the Work Center configuration.
Milling\Tools_Configuring
FADAL_TOOLS.ASM
1. Task 1. Review the existing tools for the FADAL_VMC Work Center.
2. Load a configuration option to specify the tool directory.

 Select Configuration Editor.
 Select Import configuration file from the Import/Export types drop-down menu.
 Select the CONFIG.PRO file, and click Open.
 Click OK to close the PTC Creo Parametric Options dialog box.
 Click No in the PTC Creo Parametric Options Panel.
 Observe the tools currently associated with the FADAL_VMC Work Center, as shown.
Figure 1
4. Review a center drill tool.
 Ensure that the CTRDRILL_04 tool is selected in the tool table.
 Notice that the tool parameters and tool geometry appear in the General tab, as shown.

 Notice the tool number and offset number are already configured, as shown.
Figure 2
Figure 3
5. Select the General tab.
 Click Hide Details. Notice that the tool geometry no longer appears.
 Click Show Details to display the tool geometry again.
 In the Tools Setup dialog box, click Display Tool .
 Notice that the tool geometry appears in a separate window, as shown. The tool geometry updates
as parameter values are edited.
 Click Close.
Figure 4
6. Review the Cut Data tab.

 Notice that values for feed and speed have been set, as shown.
Figure 5
2. You can store cutting data for specific stock materials with tools. You can then use this cutting data
when creating NC sequences.
1. Review an end mill tool.
 Select the FEM_06_0 tool in the tool table.

 Notice that the tool parameters and tool geometry appear in the General tab, as shown.

 Notice that the tool number and offset number are already configured, as shown.
Figure 6
Figure 7
3. You can use the Material and Number of Flutes parameters with a machinability database to
determine cut feed and spindle speed.
1. Review the Cut Data tab.

 Notice that values for feed and speed have been set, as shown.
Figure 8
4. You can manually set data values for cutting data or you can read them in from existing data files. You
can do this by clicking Read DB.
1. Task 2. Create new tools in the FADAL_VMC Work Center.
1. Create a spot drilling tool.

 Click New Tool .
 Select SPOT DRILL from the Type drop-down list.
 Notice the tool geometry graphic updates.
 Type SPOT_DRILL_12 in the Name text box.


 Notice that the tool is added to the tool table, as shown. The tools are ordered by tool position.
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
2. Configure cutting data for the tool.

 Click Apply.
 Click Yes to save the changes to the tool.
Figure 12
3. Save the tool configuration.
 In the Tools Setup dialog box, click Save Tool .

The tool information is saved to a file named spot_drill_12.xml. All saved tools are stored in the
current pro_mf_tprm_dir folder (or the current working directory if no tool folder is specified). You can
then manually move the saved tool file to a suitable sub-folder. Repeating this process enables you to
add tools to a tool library.
4. Create a ball mill tool.

 Click New Tool .
 Select BALL MILL from the Type drop-down list.
 Notice that the tool geometry graphic updates.
 Type BEM_12_0 in the Name text box.

 Type 2 in the Number of Flutes text box.

 Click Apply to update the tool information.
 Notice that the tool is added to the tool table, as shown.
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
1. Task 3. Retrieve a tool from a tool library, and configure the tool.
1. Retrieve a flat end mill tool.

 Note that you must change the tool type before retrieving the required tool.

 Notice you are selecting from the previously configured pro_mf_tprm_dir folder.
 Select the MMFLT20.XML tool, and click Open.

 Note, all stored tool parameters are retrieved with the tool, as shown.
Figure 16
 Click Apply.
 Click Move to move the tool to an existing pocket.
 Notice that the tool is appended to the end of the tool table, as shown.
Figure 17
3. Configure cutting data for the tool.

 Type 20 in the Axial Depth text box.
 Type 12 in the Radial Depth text box.
 Click Apply.
 Click Yes when prompted.
 Click OK to close the Tools Setup dialog box.
Figure 18
4. Save the manufacturing model.

 Note that the tool information is stored with the manufacturing model.
1. Task 4. Review and configure a solid model tool.

1. Open a solid model tool.
 Click Open from the Quick Access toolbar.

 Select BEM_25_0_SOLID.PRT and click Open.
2. Edit the dimension symbol text.
 In the model tree, select the REVOLVE 1 feature, right-click, and select Edit .
 Observe the model dimensions, as shown.
 Select the 100 linear dimension, right-click, and select Properties.

 Type length in the Name text box.
 Click OK in the Dimension Properties dialog box.
 Select the 25 diameter dimension, right-click, and select Properties.
 Type cutter_diam in the Name text box.
 Select the 12.5 radius dimension, right-click, and select Properties.
 Type corner_radius in the Name text box.
3. Review the model relations and symbolic dimension values.
 Select the Tools tab.

 Click Relations in the Model Intent group.
 Notice the model dimension symbols, as shown.
Figure 19
Figure 20
2. Changing the dimension symbols to length, cutter_diam, and corner_radius creates a link between the
tool model's dimensions and the corresponding tool parameters.
3. Notice that the solid model tool has a coordinate system named TIP. This represents the tool tip (often
referred to as the control point). This point specifies the X-, Y-, and Z-positions for the tool in NC
sequences.
1. Add relations to the solid model tool.
 In the Relations dialog box, type the relations, as shown.
 These relations assign a material to the tool model, and set the number of teeth.
 Click OK to close the Relations dialog box.
Figure 21
2. Click Close from the Quick Access toolbar to return to the manufacturing model.
3. Open the Tools Setup dialog box.
 Click Cutting Tools .

4. Configure a solid model tool.

 Note, you must set the correct tool type before retrieving a tool.

 Click File > Open Tool Library > By Reference.
 In the Open dialog box, click Working Directory .
 Select BEM_25_0_SOLID.PRT and click Open.
 Notice that the tool parameters have been assigned from the solid model, as shown.
Figure 22
 Click Apply.
 Click Move to move the tool to an existing pocket.
 Notice that the tool is appended to the end of the tool table, as shown.
Figure 23
6. Change the tool table listing.
 In the Tools Setup dialog box, click the Cutter Diam column header.
 Notice that the tool table listing updates, as shown.
 In the Tools Setup dialog box, click the Tool Position column header.
 Notice the tool table listing updates again, as shown.

 In the Tools Setup dialog box, click File > Save Tool List.
 This saves the tool list to a file named tool_dialog_tool_list.xml.
 Click OK.
Figure 24
Figure 25
7. Review the tool listing in the Work Center and save the Work Center.
 Click Cutting Tools .

 Notice this opens the Tools Setup dialog box, as shown.
 Click OK to close the Tools Setup dialog box.

 The tool information can be saved with the Work Center configuration.
 Select FADAL_VMC in the model tree.
 Select Save Work Center from the Work Center drop-down menu, in the Machine Tool Setup group.
Figure 26

 Click Close from the Quick Access toolbar, to close the window.
 Click OK.
Procedure: Using Template Manufacturing Models

Milling\Mfg_Templates
NO FILES OPEN
1. Task 1. Review a template manufacturing model.
1. Open a template manufacturing model.
 Click Open from the Quick Access toolbar.

 Double-click the TEMPLATE_MODELS folder.
 Select START_MODEL.ASM, and click Open.

 Enable only the following Datum Display types: .
 Notice that the retract plane and machine coordinate system have been configured.
 Select FIXTURE.ASM in the model tree.
 Notice that the fixture assembly highlights, as shown.
 Notice that the fixture assembly, machine type, and operation appear in the model tree.
Figure 1
Figure 2
2. Review the operation configuration.
 In the model tree, select OP010[FADAL_VMC], then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Notice that all the required elements of the operation have been configured, as shown.
 Click Complete Feature from the Operation dashboard.
Figure 3
3. Review the Work Center.
 In the model tree, select FADAL_VMC, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Notice that a 3-axis mill Work Center has been configured, as shown.
 Click Accept .
Figure 4
4. Review the configured tools.
 Click Cutting Tools from the Machine Tool Setup group.

 Notice a number of tools have been configured, as shown.
 Click OK.
Figure 5
5. Close the template model and erase all objects from memory.

 Click OK.
6. Create a new manufacturing model using a template.
 Click New from the Quick Access toolbar.

 Select the Manufacturing and NC assemblyoptions.
 Type TEST_NC in the Name text box.
 Clear the Use default template check box, and click OK.
 Click Browse.
 From the template_models folder, select START_MODEL.ASM, and click Open.
 Click OK.
 Notice that the template manufacturing model features have been copied into the new model, as
shown.
Figure 6
Figure 7
Procedure: Configuring Parameter Values

Milling\Parameters_Configure
PARAMS.ASM
1. Task 1. Create an NC sequence and edit parameter values.

2. Select the Mill tab.

 Click Face from the Milling group.
3. Select the 50_0_END_MILL tool from the Tool Manager drop-down menu.
4. Select the Parameters tab.
 Notice that the required parameters are highlighted in pale yellow in the Edit Parameters dialog box.
 Notice also that all other parameters have system-assigned default values.
 If necessary, select the CUT_FEED parameter.

 Edit the CUT_FEED parameter value to 200, and press ENTER.
 Select the Edit Machining Parameters and notice the graphic illustration for the selected
parameter.
Figure 1
Figure 2
5. Edit the remaining required parameters for the NC sequence.
Parameter Name Value

STEP_DEPTH 5
STEP_OVER 20
CLEAR_DIST 2
Parameter Name Value
SPINDLE_SPEED 1000
 Notice that the graphic illustration updates when possible.
6. Change the displayed parameters.
 Click All.
 If necessary, scroll to the top of the parameter list.
 Notice the list of parameters updates, as shown.
 Select Cut Depth and Allowances from the Categories drop-down list.
 Notice the list of parameters updates, as shown.
Figure 3
Figure 4
7. Specify a calculated parameter value.
 Select the STEP_OVER parameter and notice that the graphic illustration appears.
 Click the Hide Details button and notice that the graphic illustration is hidden.
 Click the Show Details button and notice that the graphic illustration appears again.
 Edit the STEP_OVER parameter value tocutter_diam/2, and press ENTER.
 Select STEP_OVER again.
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
2. Notice the parameter calculation appears, and the resulting value appears in the parameter value text
box, as shown.
1. Read parameter values from a file.
 Click File > Open in the Edit Parameters dialog box.

 Select the FACE_MILL.MIL parameter file, and click Open.
 Notice that the parameter values update, as shown.
 Click OK.
Figure 8
Procedure: Using Site Parameter Files

Milling\Parameters_Site
SITE_FILES.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill site parameter file.

2. Select Site from the Machine Tool Setup drop-down menu.
 From the menu manager, click Create.
 Type RGH_3_AXIS as the site file name, and press ENTER.
 Click Mill in the menu manager.
3. Review the contents of the Site Tree dialog box, as shown.
Figure 1
2. When editing default values, you can access appropriate alternative values from the drop-down list at
the top of the dialog box. To edit parameter default values, first select the default value. Then either
type in a new value or use the drop-down list at the top of the dialog box to select a new value when
possible.
1. In the CUT OPTION category, for the LACE_OPTION parameter, edit the following value in the DEFAULT
VALUE column.
 LINE_CONNECT specifies that for surface milling sequences, cut motions are connected instead of
retracted and repositioned between each pass.
Parameter Default Value

LACE_OPTION LINE_CONNECT
2. In the CUT PARAM category, edit the following values in the DEFAULT VALUE column.
 TOOL_ROUGH_AXIAL_DEPTH and TOOL_ROUGH_RADIAL_DEPTH use calculated values based

on workpiece material and tool diameter.

STEP_DEPTH TOOL_ROUGH_AXIAL_DEPTH
STEP_OVER TOOL_ROUGH_RADIAL_DEPTH
ROUGH_STOCK_ALLOW 0.75
3. In the FEED category, edit the following values in the DEFAULT VALUE column.
 TOOL_ROUGH_FEED_RATE uses a calculated value based on workpiece material and tool

diameter. Typing zero for a feed rate outputs a RAPID command for that feed rate.

CUT_FEED TOOL_ROUGH_FEED_RATE
RETRACT_FEED 0
FREE_FEED 0
4. In the MACHINE category, edit the following values in the DEFAULT VALUE column.
 TOOL_ROUGH_SPINDLE_RPM uses a calculated value based on workpiece material and tool

diameter.

SPINDLE_SPEED TOOL_ROUGH_SPINDLE_RPM
COOLANT_OPTION ON
5. In the ENTRY/EXIT category, edit the following value in the DEFAULT VALUE column.
 CLEAR_DIST specifies the distance needed to completely clear the workpiece prior to retracting.

CLEAR_DIST 5
6. In the Site Tree window, click File > Exit to close the window.
7. Click Done/Return.
1. Task 2. Activate the mill site parameter file within the Work Center.
1. In the model tree, select MACH01, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Click the Defaults and select theRGH_3_AXIS_MIL check box. Click Done Sel > Done.
 Click Accept in the Milling Work Center dialog box.
You must activate the site parameter file by selecting the check box next to its name. You can only
associate one of each type of site parameter file to a Work Center.
Procedure: Basic Face Milling
Milling\Face_Mill
FACE_MILL.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a face milling sequence and edit parameter values.


3. Click Face from the Milling group.
 Select the 50_0_END_MILL tool from the Tool Manager drop-down menu.
 Edit CUT_FEED to 100.
 Edit STEP_DEPTH to 5.
 Edit STEP_OVER to 30.
 Edit CLEAR_DIST to 2.
 Edit SPINDLE_SPEED to 1000.
5. Select the Reference tab.
 Click in the Machining References collector.
 Select the top surface of the model, as shown.
Figure 1
6. Review the resulting toolpath.
 Click Display Toolpath .

 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath follows the outline of the selected model surface. You can change this by
referencing a mill surface.
 Click Close in the Play Path dialog box when finished.

Figure 2
1. Task 2. Use a mill surface as a machining reference for the NC sequence.
1. Select the Reference tab, then cursor over Individual Surfaces, right-click, and select Remove.
Figure 3
2. Click Mill Surface from the Geometry drop-down list.
3. Click Fill from the Surfacing group.
4. Right-click and select Define Internal Sketch.
5. Cursor over the model, right-click, and select the hidden model surface, as shown.
6. Click Sketch.
7. Click Project from Sketching group.
8. Select the Loop option.
9. Select the top surface of the workpiece, as shown.
10. Click OK .
11. Click Complete Feature from the Fill dashboard.
12. Click OK .
13. Click Resume .
14. Click Complete Feature .
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
15. Review the updated toolpath.
 Select the toolpath just created, in the model tree.
 Right-click and select Play Path . Click Play .

 Notice that the toolpath now follows the outline of the mill surface, as shown.
Figure 7
16. Click Close.
17. If necessary, select the FILL 1 surface feature in the model tree.
 Right-click and select Hide .

 Note, you can hide and unhide mill surfaces as needed.
You could also configure a mill window as an alternative machining geometry reference.
Procedure: Lateral Control Face Milling Parameters

Milling\Face_Lateral
LATERAL.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit lateral control parameter values in an existing NC sequence.

2. In the model tree, select the CLASSIC FACE MILLING[OP010] NC step, then right-click and selectEdit
Definition .
 Click Play Path > Screen Play.
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that the toolpath follows the outline of the selected model surface. You can change this by
editing the TRIM_TO_WORKPIECE parameter.
1. From the MILL Ribbon, click Step Parameters from the Update group.
2. If necessary, click All, and select All categories from the Categories drop-down list.
3. Edit TRIM_TO_WORKPIECE to YES. Click OK in the Edit Parameters dialog box.
4. Click Screen Play.
5. Click Play . Notice that the toolpath now follows the outline of the workpiece.
Figure 2
6. Edit the cut angle and step-over parameters.
 Click Step Parameters .

7. Edit the following parameters.
 Edit CUT_ANGLE to 90.

 Click OK.
 Click Screen Play.

 Click Play . Notice that the toolpath updates, as shown.
Figure 3
9. Edit the initial edge and final edge parameters.

 Edit INITIAL_EDGE_OFFSET to –15.

 Edit FINAL_EDGE_OFFSET to –15.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice that the first and last passes update, as shown.
Figure 4
12. Click Step Parameters .
13. Edit NUMBER_PASSES to 1. Click OK.
15. Click Play . Notice that the toolpath makes one pass at the center of the model, as shown.
Figure 5
16. Edit the scan type and number passes parameters.

 Edit SCAN_TYPE to TYPE_ONE_DIR.

 Edit NUMBER_PASSES to 0.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice that the TYPE_ONE_DIR value makes the tool cut in one direction only,
retracting between passes, as shown.
Figure 6
Procedure: Depth Control Face Milling Parameters

Milling\Face_Depth
DEPTH.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit depth control parameter values in an existing NC step.

Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that one pass is made at full depth. This is because NUMBER_CUTS = 0, and STEP_DEPTH
= 15, which is equal to the depth from the top of the workpiece to the machined surface.
1. Edit the step depth parameter.

3. Edit STEP_DEPTH to 10.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice that the tool now makes two passes, one at a depth of 10 and one at full
depth, as shown.
Figure 2
5. Edit the number cuts parameter.

6. Edit NUMBER_CUTS to 3.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice the tool now makes three evenly spaced depth passes, as shown.
Figure 3
8. Edit the bottom stock allowance parameter.

9. Edit BOTTOM_STOCK_ALLOW to 3.
 Click OK.

 If necessary, click the CL Data bar in the Play Path dialog box. This makes the CL data visible in the
dialog box.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
3. Notice that the tool still makes three evenly spaced depth passes, but now leaves a stock allowance
of 3, as shown.
1. Click Close.
2. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Entry and Exit Face Milling Parameters

Milling\Face_Entry-Exit
ENTRY_EXIT.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit entry and exit parameter values in an existing NC step.

Definition .
3. Orient the model using a named view.
 Select the VIEW tab, click Named Views , and select TOP from the drop-down list.
4. Review the current toolpath.

 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. The toolpath has been configured using a (hidden) mill surface. Notice no entry and exit parameters
have been configured. You can use the START_OVERTRAVEL and END_OVERTRAVEL parameters
to add offsets at the beginning and end of each pass.
1. Edit the over travel parameters.
 Select the Mill tab.

3. Edit END_OVERTRAVEL to 10.
4. Edit START_OVERTRAVEL to 10.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice that the tool now extends beyond the workpiece on each pass, as shown.
Figure 2
6. Edit the approach and exit distance parameters.

7. Edit APPROACH_DISTANCE to 25.
8. Edit EXIT_DISTANCE to 25.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice the tool now extends an extra distance on the first and last pass, as shown.
Figure 3
10. Edit the entry edge and clearance edge parameters.

Notice the ENTRY_EDGE parameter is configured as LEADING_EDGE, and the
CLEARANCE_EDGE parameter is configured as HEEL.
11. Edit ENTRY_EDGE to CENTER.

12. Edit CLEARANCE_EDGE to CENTER.
 Click OK.

 Click Play . Notice Creo Parametric now calculates all tool extensions relative to the center of the
tool, as shown.
Figure 4
14. Click Close.
15. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Creating Face Milling Sequences

Objectives
 Create mill window geometry.
 Create face milling sequences.
 Edit milling parameters to adjust face milling sequences.
Milling\Face_Cover
COVER_FACING.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill window as a machining reference.

2. Click Mill Window from the Manufacturing Geometry group.

3. Click Chain Window in the dashboard.
4. To configure the window plane, cursor over the model, right-click, and select the hidden model surface,
as shown.
5. Right-click and select Chain to active the selection of edges.
6. Select one of the chain of edges at the top of the workpiece, as shown.
7. Press SHIFT, cursor over the model, and select the top surface of the workpiece, as shown.
 Notice that the loop of edges on the top surface of the workpiece are selected, as shown.
2.
3. 2. Faceți clic pe Mill Window din grupul Manufacturing Geometrie.
3. Faceți clic pe lanț Window în tabloul de bord.
4. Pentru a configura planul fereastră, cursorul pe modelul, faceți clic dreapta și selectați
suprafața modelului ascuns, așa cum se arată.
5. Faceți clic dreapta și selectați lanț pentru a activa selectarea margini.
6. Selectați unul din lanțul de muchii în partea de sus a piesei de prelucrat, după cum se
arată.
7. Apăsați SHIFT, cursorul peste modelul și selectați suprafața superioară a piesei de
prelucrat, după cum se arată.
 Observați că bucla de muchii de pe suprafața superioară a piesei de prelucrat sunt
selectate, după cum se arată.

Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
2. Click Complete Feature in the dashboard.
1. Task 2. Create a face milling sequence.
2. Click Face from the Milling group.
 Select the 50_0_E_MILL tool from the Tool Manager drop-down menu.
3. Retrieve face milling parameters.

 Click Edit Machining Parameters .
 If necessary, click All, and select All categoriesfrom the Categories drop-down list.
 In the Edit Parameters dialog box, click File > Open.
 Select the FACE.MIL parameter file, and clickOpen.
 Notice that the required parameter values are now configured. You can retrieve stored parameter
files to expedite the configuration of manufacturing parameters.
 Click OK.
Figure 5
4. Configure the surface for machining.
 Select the Reference tab.

 Change Type from Mill Window to Surface.
 Select the top surface of the model, as shown.

Figure 6

 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath follows the outline of the selected model surface. You can change this by
editing the TRIM_TO_WORKPIECE parameter value.
 Observați că traiectoriilor urmează conturul suprafeței modelului selectat. Puteți schimba această
prin editarea valoarea parametrului TRIM_TO_WORKPIECE.
 Click Close.
Figure 7
6. Edit the trim to workpiece parameter.

7. Edit TRIM_TO_WORKPIECE to YES.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath now follows the outline of the workpiece, as shown.
 Click Close.
Figure 8
9. Edit the trim to workpiece parameter to NO.

 Edit TRIM_TO_WORKPIECE to NO.
 Click OK.
Alternatively, you can adjust the outline of the toolpath by using a mill window.
Alternativ, puteți ajusta conturul traiectoriilor utilizând o fereastră moară.
1. Task 3. Use a mill window as a machining reference for the NC sequence.

 Change Type from Surface to Mill Window.
2. Select the Mill Window in the model tree.

Figure 9

 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath now follows the outline of the mill window, as shown.
  Observați că traiectoriilor urmează acum conturul ferestrei moară, așa cum se arată.
Figure 10
4. Click Close.
Alternatively, you can adjust the outline of the toolpath by using a mill surface.
1. Task 4. Use a mill surface as a machining reference for the NC sequence.

 Change Type from Mill Window to Surface.
2. Select the hidden feature Fill 1 in the model tree.

Figure 11

 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath now follows the outline of the mill surface, as shown.
 Click Close.
Figure 12
1. Task 5. Edit the sequence parameters to adjust the approach and exit moves, the
step depth, and the cut angle.
2. Editați parametrii de secvență pentru a ajusta abordare și de ieșire se mută, adâncimea pas, și unghiul
tăiat.
 Edit the following parameters.
 Edit APPROACH_DISTANCE toCUTTER_DIAM/2.
 Edit EXIT_DISTANCE to CUTTER_DIAM/2.
 Click OK.

 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 13
3. By configuring an APPROACH_DISTANCE and EXIT_DISTANCE, the tool clears the workpiece at
the beginning and end of the toolpath. By configuring a STEP_DEPTH of 4, we have three passes
(our stock is 10 mm). Notice that the third pass is much smaller than the other two. The CUT_ANGLE
makes the toolpath rotate 90 degrees relative to the X-axis.
1. Edit the cut angle and number cuts parameters.

 Edit NUMBER_CUTS to 3.
 Click OK.

 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 14
4. Configuring the NUMBER_CUTS to 3 computes a smaller step depth, so NUMBER_CUTS overrides
the STEP_DEPTH parameter and you get three evenly spaced passes.
1. Task 6. Edit the sequence parameters to adjust the over travel on each pass and the
initial and final edge offsets.
 Edit START_OVERTRAVEL to 25.

 Edit END_OVERTRAVEL to 25.
 Edit ENTRY_EDGE to CENTER.
 Edit CLEARANCE_EDGE to CENTER.
 Click OK.
3. Orient the model using a named view.
 From the Graphics toolbar, click Named Views and select TOP from the drop-down list.

 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 15
2. You specify which part of the tool to measure the over travel on each pass by changing the
ENTRY_EDGE and CLEARANCE_EDGE to CENTER. Configuring START_OVERTRAVEL and
END_OVERTRAVEL to 25 causes the center of the tool to move 25 mm past the machined surface
for each approach move and each exit move.
1. Edit the edge offset parameters.

 Edit INITIAL_EDGE_OFFSET toCUTTER_DIAM/4.

 Edit FINAL_EDGE_OFFSET to CUTTER_DIAM/4.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 16
3. You can configure the edge offset parameters to move the toolpath toward or away from the initial and
final edges (passes). A positive value moves the toolpath into the machined surface. A negative value
moves it away from the machined surface.
1. Click Close.
3. Press CTRL + D to return to the standard orientation.
1. Task 7. Create a material removal feature to cut away the machined volume from the
workpiece for the face milling sequence.
1. Click Material Removal Cut from the Manufacturing Geometry group drop-down menu.
 Select Face Milling from the menu manager.
 Click Done.
 Select the check box for Automatic Update, at the top of the Intersected Components panel.
 Click OK.
Notice the automatic cut created in the workpiece. This also appears as a feature in the model tree.
Creați o caracteristică de îndepărtare a materialului de a reduce volumul de departe prelucrate de la

piesa de prelucrat pentru secvența fata de frezat.
1. Faceți clic pe îndepărtarea materialului taie din meniul drop-down grup Manufacturing Geometrie.
 Selectați Face de freza de la managerul de meniu.
 Faceți clic pe Done.
 Selectați caseta de selectare pentru actualizarea automată, în partea de sus a panoului intersectat
Components.
 clic pe OK.
Observați reducerea automată a creat în piesa de prelucrat. Aceasta pare, de asemenea, ca o
caracteristică în copac model.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Basic Volume Milling
Milling\Volume
MOLD_CAVITY.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill volume using an extrude feature and trim functionality.
This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece to enable easier viewing of mill volume
geometry. You can also create mill volumes by referencing workpiece geometry.
2. Click Mill Volume from the Manufacturing Geometry group.

3. Click Extrude from the Shapes group.
5. Select the top surface of the reference model, as shown.
6. 2. Faceți clic peMillvolumdin grupulManufacturingGeometrie.

3. Faceți clic peExtrudedin grupulForme.
4.Faceți clic dreaptași selectațiDefinireSketchinternă.
5.Selectațisuprafața superioarăamodelului de referință, așa cum se arată.
Figure 1
7. Click Sketch.
8. Right-click and select References.
9. Select the top and right edges, as shown.
10. 8. Faceți clic dreapta și selectați Referințe.

9. Selectați marginile de sus și din dreapta, așa cum se arată.
Figure 2
11. Click Close in the References dialog box.
12. Click Project from the Sketching group.
14. Select the top surface, as shown.
Figure 3
15. Click Accept to select the outer loop of edges.
16. Click OK in the Sketch dashboard.
Figure 4
17. Click Change Depth Direction in the Extrude dashboard.
18. Edit the depth to 41.
19. Click Complete Feature in the Extrude dashboard.
Figure 5
Note that you have created an extruded mill volume, and you can subtract the reference model from
the mill volume geometry using the trim functionality.
Rețineți că ați creat un volum moară extrudat, și puteți scădea modelul de referință din geometria
volumului moara folosind funcționalitatea Trim.
20. Click Trim from the Volume Features group.

21. Select the reference model, as shown.
22. Click OK from the Controls group.

 Notice that the reference model is subtracted from the mold volume geometry, as shown.
 Observați cămodelul de referințăse scade dingeometriavolummucegai, așa cum se arată.
Figure 6
Figure 7
1. Task 2. Create a volume milling sequence using the trimmed mill volume.
1. In the ribbon, select the Mill tab.
2. Select Volume Rough from the Roughing drop-down menu in the Milling group.
3. From the Tool Manager drop-down menu, select the20_E_MILL tool.
4. In the dashboard, select the Reference tab.
 Click in the Machining Reference Collector, and select the previously configured mill volume,
QUILT:F12(MILL_VOL_1).
Figure 8
2. You can also create mill volumes during the creation of NC sequences.
3. . Putețicrea, de asemeneavolumemoaraîn timpul creăriide secvențeNC.

 Edit MAX_STEP_DEPTH to 10.
2. Click Display Toolpath .
 Click Play .
 Click Repaint from the In Graphics toolbar.
 Notice that the tool machines material within the mill volume.
 Observați cămaterialulmașini unelteîn volumulmil.
Figure 9
3. Click Close in the Play Path dialog box.
Exercise: Creating Volume Milling Sequences:

Extrude and Trimming
Objectives
 Create volume milling sequences.
 Create extruded mill volumes.
 Edit mill volumes using trim and offset functionality.
 Configure approach walls for mill volumes.
 Dupăfinalizarea cu succesacest exercițiu, vețifi capabil să:

•Creareasecvențelorde frezatde volum.
•Creareade volumemoaraextrudate.
•volumeEditaremoarafolosindasietași funcționalitatede offset.
•peretiabordareconfigurați pentruvolumemoara.
Scenario
You need to create a volume milling sequence to rough out material for an electrode. You use an
extruded mill volume which you trim to the reference model. You also extend the mill volume and
configure approach walls to get the desired toolpath.
Aveținevoie pentru a creao secvență defrezarevolumamaterialuluidurafară pentruun electrod. Puteți
utilizaunvolummoarăextrudatcaretăiațicu modelulde referință. Tuextinde, de asemenea, volumul moară
șiconfiguraperetiabordarepentru a obținetraiectoriilordorit.
Milling\Volume
ELECTRODE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a Mill Volume.

2. In the ribbon, click Mill Volume from the Manufacturing Geometry group.
3. Click Extrude .
5. Select the top surface of the workpiece.
6. Click Sketch.
7. Right-click and select References.
 Select the edges shown.
 Click Close.
Figure 1
10. Select the top surface of the workpiece model.
11. Click OK .
12. Right-click and select Flip Depth Direction.
You have created an extruded mill volume. You can now subtract the reference model from the mill
volume geometry using the trim functionality.
15. Click Trim from the Volume Features group.
 In the graphics window, query select the reference model, as shown.
Figure 2
You can offset mill volume walls to extend the mill volume beyond the edges of the workpiece.
Putețicompensaperetivolummoarăpentru a extindevolumulmoaradincolo demarginilepiesei de

prelucrat.
16. Click Offset from the Editing group.

 Edit the offset value to 5.
Figure 3
18. Click OK .
1. Task 2. Create the Mill Rough Sequence.
3. Select 20_E_MILL tool from the Tool Manager drop-down menu.
 Click in the Machining Reference collector, and select the mill volume in the graphics area as shown.
 Click in the Approach Walls Surfaces collector.
 Press CTRL and select the front and back walls of the mill volume.
 1.Sarcina2.CreațiMillRoughSequence.
1.Înpanglica, selectați filaMill.
2. SelectațiVolumRoughdin meniuldrop-downde degroșareîn grupulde frezat.
3.instrumentSelectați20_E_MILLdinmeniul verticalToolManager.
4.Selectați filade referință.
Faceți clicîncolectorulde prelucrarede referință, și selectațivolumulmoaradinzonagraficăașa cum
se arată.
Faceți clicîn perețiidin programulsuprafețede colecție.
§ApăsațiCTRLși selectațidin față și dinspateperețiivolumulmoara
Figure 4
Figure 5
2. You can also configure approach walls to avoid plunging into the workpiece material.

3. In the model tree, select EXTRUDE 1, then right-click and select Hide .
4. In the Graphics toolbar, select Hidden Line from the Display Style types drop-down menu.
5. In the model tree, select VOLUME MILLING, then right-click and select Play Path .
6. In the Play Path dialog box, click Play .
7. Select Shading from the Display Style types drop-down menu.
8. Review the simulation, and click Close.
Figure 6
3. You can hide mill volumes to enable easier viewing of toolpaths. You can unhide mill volumes for
editing when required.
1. Task 3. Create a material removal feature to display the machined model.

1. Select Material Removal Cut from the Manufacturing Geometry Group drop-down menu.
 In the menu manager, click Volume Milling.
 Click Automatic > Done.
 In the Intersected Components dialog box, clickAutoAdd.
 Click OK.
Figure 7
2. The automatic cut is created in the workpiece. The cut geometry is based on the stock allowance
parameter values in the volume milling sequence.
3. 2.Automatul de decuplareeste creat înpiesa de lucru. Geometriatăiatse bazează pevalorile

parametriloralocațiastocîn secvențade frezatde volum.

 Click Close .
 Click OK.
Procedure: Volume Milling with Mill Windows

De frezat volum cu Mill Ferestre
Milling\Volume_Mill_Window
MILL_WINDOW.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a volume milling sequence and edit parameter values.

5. From the dashboard, select the Parameters tab.
6. Click the Geometry drop-down menu and select Mill Window .
 Notice that the operation retract plane is automatically selected as the window plane.
 By default, a silhouette window is configured, as shown.

 6. Faceți clic pe meniul vertical Geometrie și selectați Mill Window.
 Observați că planul de operare de retragere este selectat automat ca avionul fereastră.
§ În mod implicit, o fereastră silueta este configurat, după cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe Element completa.
Figure 1
7. Click Resume .
 Right-click and select Machining Reference, then select the previously configured mill window,
MILL_WINDOW_1.

 Click Play .
 Review the simulation and click Close.
Figure 2
Figure 3
2. Notice that the tool machines all reference model geometry inside the mill window outline.
3. . Observați că mașinile de scule toate model de referință geometrie în interiorul ferestrei moara
conturul.
1. Task 2. Use a selected contour mill window as an alternative machining reference for
the NC sequence.
1. Click the Geometry drop-down menu and select Mill Window .
 Click Chain Window in the Mill Window dashboard.
 Right-click and select Chain to activate the selection of edges.
 Select one of the inner chains of edges at the top of the pocket, as shown.
 Press SHIFT and select another edge in the loop, as shown.
 Notice how the tangent chain of edges highlights on the model, as shown.

 Sarcina 2. Utilizați o fereastră moară contur selectat ca o referință alternativă de prelucrare pentru
secvența NC.
1. Faceți clic pe meniul vertical Geometrie și selectați Mill Window.
 Faceți clic pe lanț Window în tabloul de bord Mill Window.
 Faceți clic dreapta și selectați lanț pentru a activa selectarea margini.
 Selectați unul dintre lanțurile interioare ale margini în partea de sus a buzunarului, așa cum se
arată.
 Apăsați SHIFT și selectați o altă margine în bucla, după cum se arată.
 Observați cum lanțul tangent muchiilor evidențiază pe modelul, așa cum se arată.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
2. Click Resume .
 Click Play .
 Notice the updated toolpath.
 Observați traiectoriilor actualizat.
Figure 7
2. Notice that the tool now machines inside the new mill window outline.
3. Observați că instrumentul acum mașini în interiorul fereastră nouă moara contur.

Exercise: Creating Volume Milling Sequences with

Mill Windows
Crearea Secvențe Volum de frezat cu Mill pentru Windows
Objectives
 Create volume milling sequences.
 Create sketched mill windows.
 După finalizarea cu succes acest exercițiu, veți fi capabil să:

• Crearea secvențelor de frezat de volum.
• crea ferestre moara schițate.
Scenario
You need to create a volume milling sequence to machine the inside of a pocket in the housing
component. During the creation of this sequence, you create a sketched mill window to specify the
machined volume.
Aveți nevoie pentru a crea o secvență de frezat volum la mașină în interiorul unui buzunar în
componenta de locuințe. În timpul creării acestei secvențe, creați o fereastră moară schitata pentru a
specifica volumul prelucrate.

Milling\Volume_Mill_Window
HOUSING.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill window to use as a machining reference.

2. Configure a mill window using the Sketch Window option.
 Click Mill Window from the Manufacturing Geometry group.

 In the model tree, select datum plane RETRACT as the window plane.
 Click Sketch Window in the dashboard.

 Click Sketch in the dashboard.
 Select datum plane NC_ASM_FRONT in the model tree as the sketch orientation reference.
 Click Sketch.
 Orient the sketching plane parallel to the screen.
 Select Corner Rectangle from the Rectangle drop-down menu in the Sketching group.
 Sketch a rectangle, as shown.
 Middle-click to finish sketching.
 Edit the sketch dimensions, as shown.
 Click OK .
 Press CTRL + D to return to the standard orientation.

 Notice that a mill window is created, as shown.
 Creați o fereastră moară pentru a utiliza ca referință de prelucrare.

1. Dezactivați toate tipurile Datum Arată.
2. Configurarea o fereastră moară folosind opțiunea Sketch Window.
 Faceți clic pe Mill Window din grupul Manufacturing Geometrie.
 În arborele de model, selectați retrage plan de origine ca planul ferestrei.
 Faceți clic pe Sketch Window în tabloul de bord.
 Faceți clic pe Sketch din tabloul de bord.
 Selectați avion datum NC_ASM_FRONT în modelul copac ca referință de orientare schiță.
 Faceți clic pe Sketch.
 Orient conturarea planul paralel cu ecranul.
 Selectați Corner Dreptunghi din meniul Dreptunghi vertical în grupul schiță.
 Schițați un dreptunghi, așa cum se arată.
 Orientul Mijlociu-clic pentru a termina schite.
 Editați dimensiunile schita, așa cum se arată.
 clic pe OK.
 Apăsați CTRL + D pentru a reveni la orientarea dotare standard.
 Observați că se creează o fereastră moară, așa cum se arată.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
1. Task 2. Create a volume milling sequence using the Sketched Mill window.
Figure 4
 Click in the Reference collector.
 Ensure that the sketched mill window, F13(MILL_WINDOW_1), is selected.
Figure 5
7. In the Play Path dialog box, click Play .
8. Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar, and select TOP.
9. Review the simulation and click Close.
Figure 6
Figure 7
2. Notice that the toolpath machines up to the edge of the mill window outline. You can edit this by
changing mill window options.
3. Observați că mașinile traiectoriilor până la marginea ferestrei moara conturul. Puteți edita acest
lucru prin modificarea opțiunilor de ferestre mill.

2. In the model tree, select the MILL WINDOW 1, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
3. Select the Options tab.
 Select the On window contour option.
1. Faceți clic pe Element completa.
2. În arborele de model, selectați fereastra MILL 1, apoi faceți clic dreapta și selectați Editare Definiția.
3. Selectați fila Opțiuni.
 Selectați opțiunea fereastră contur On.
Figure 8
5. In the model tree, select VOLUME MILLING, then right-click and select Play Path .
6. Click Play .
Notice that the toolpath now machines onto the edge of the mill window outline, as shown.

8. 7. Revizuirea simulare și faceți clic pe Close.

 Click Close .
 Click OK.
Procedure: Scanning Volume Milling Parameters

Milling\Volume_Scanning
SCANNING_PARAMS.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to scanning in an existing NC sequence.

2. In the model tree, select the VOLUME MILLING NC sequence, then right-click and select Edit
Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. The STEP_DEPTH is equal to the depth of the pocket; this ensures only one pass is made at full
depth. The ROUGH_OPTION parameter is currently equal to ROUGH_ONLY. You can edit this
parameter to add profiling passes for each machined slice.
1. Click Step Parameters from the Update group.

2. Edit ROUGH_OPTION to ROUGH_AND_PROF.
 Click OK.
 Click Play . Notice that the tool makes a profiling pass after the roughing pass, as shown.
Figure 2
3. If you edit the ROUGH_OPTION to PROF_AND_ROUGH, a profiling pass is made before the
roughing pass.

2. Edit SCAN_TYPE to TYPE_SPIRAL.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
4. Notice that the tool now follows a spiral toolpath.

2. Edit SCAN_TYPE to TYPE_ONE_DIR.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
5. Notice that the tool now only cuts in one direction. However, a profile pass is still made because the
ROUGH_OPTION is still equal to ROUGH_AND_PROF.

2. Edit CUT_ANGLE to 45.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 5
6. Notice that the tool now scans at 45 degrees relative to the X-axis of the NC Sequence coordinate
system.

2. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Depth and Lateral Control Volume

Milling Parameters Profunzime și laterală Parametri de control volum de frezat
Milling\Volume_Depth_Lateral
DEPTH_LATERAL.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to lateral movement in an existing NC sequence.

No workpiece has been configured.
Definition .
 Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar and select TOP.
 Click Play Path > Screen Play. Click Play .
Figure 1
The tool step-over is controlled by the STEP_OVER parameter which is equal to 18. The
STEPOVER_ADJUST parameter is equal to NO. You can edit this parameter to ensure that the first
and last passes start and finish near the edges of the volume that you are machining.

4. If necessary, click All.
5. Edit STEPOVER_ADJUST to YES.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
Notice that STEP_OVER is reduced, so the first and last passes start and finish near the edges of the
machined volume, as shown.

8. Edit STEP_OVER to 15.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the step-over is reduced and the tool makes seven passes, as shown.
Figure 3
11. Edit NUMBER_PASSES to 8.
 Click OK.
The resulting step-over is compared to the current STEP_OVER value and the smallest resulting
STEP_OVER is used.

 Click Play .
 Notice that the number of passes is now equal to eight.
Figure 4
14. Edit ROUGH_OPTION to PROF_ONLY.
15. Edit STEP_DEPTH to 10.
 Click OK.

 Click Play .
 Notice that the tool machines five profile slices with a step depth of 10, as shown.
Figure 5
19. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Stock Allowance Volume Milling

Parameters Stoc Alocație Parametrii Volum de frezat
Milling\Volume_Stock_Allowance
STOCK_ALLOW.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to stock allowance in an existing NC sequence.

Definition .
 Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar and select the named view TOP.
 Click Play Path > Screen Play. Click Play .
Figure 1
2. There is no stock remaining on the side walls after the roughing or profiling passes.
3. Edit PROF_STOCK_ALLOW to 1.
4. Edit ROUGH_STOCK_ALLOW to 5.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
3. Notice that the toolpath leaves 5 mm of stock after the roughing passes, and 1 mm of stock after the
profiling passes. The BOTTOM_STOCK_ALLOW is set to —, so it automatically uses the
PROF_STOCK_ALLOW value of 1. This leaves stock remaining on the bottom face of the pocket.
4. You can use the PROF_STOCK_ALLOW parameter to calculate the stock remaining after creating a
material removal feature.

2. Click Done Seq.
1. Task 2. Create a material removal feature to cut away the machined volume from the
workpiece for the volume milling sequence. Creați o caracteristică de îndepărtare a
materialului de a reduce departe volumul mașinii de piesa pentru secvența de frezare de volum.
1. Select Material Removal Cut from the Manufacturing Geometry Group drop-down menu.
 Click Volume Milling from the menu manager.
 Click Automatic > Done.
 Click AutoAdd to select the workpiece to intersect.
 Click OK to complete the feature.
Figure 3
2. The automatic cut is created in the workpiece. The cut geometry is based on the
PROF_STOCK_ALLOW parameter value in the volume milling sequence.
1. Review the remaining stock material.
 Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar and select the named view TOP.
 In the In Graphics toolbar, select No Hidden from the Display Style types drop-down menu.
 Zoom in to the upper-right corner of the workpiece, as shown.
 Notice the stock remaining on the vertical walls in the pocket.
Figure 4
3. Select Shading from the Display Style types drop-down menu.
Procedure: Gathering Mill Volumescolectarea volumelor de frezare

Milling\Volume_Gather
GATHER.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill volume using the gather technique.

This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece to enable easier viewing of mill volume
geometry. You can also create mill volumes by referencing workpiece geometry.
Acest model de producție nu conține o piesă care să permită vizualizarea mai ușoară a geometriei
volum moara. Puteți crea, de asemenea volume moara prin corelarea geometrie piesei
2. Click Mill Volume from the Manufacturing Geometry group.

3. Click Gather Volume from the Volume Features group.
4. Notice that the Select and Close check boxes are selected by default. You must select these items to
configure a mill volume.
5. Select the Fill check box and click Done.

6. Click Surf &Bnd > Done.
7. Select a seed surface.
 Select the surface within the pocket, as shown.
 2. Faceți clic pe Mill volum din grupul Manufacturing Geometrie.

3. Faceți clic pe Aduna volum din grupul Caracteristici volum.
4. Observații că selecta și trage casetele de selectare sunt selectate în mod implicit. Trebuie să
selectați aceste elemente pentru a configura un volum moară.
5. Selectați caseta de validare de umplere și faceți clic pe Done.
6. Faceți clic pe Surf & BND> Done.
7. Selectați o suprafață de semințe.
 Selectați suprafața în buzunar, așa cum se arată.
Figure 1
8. Select a boundary surface.
 Select the top surface on the model, as shown.
 Click OK.
 Click Done Refs > Done/Return.
Figure 2
9. Fill surfaces to exclude inner contours.
 Press CTRL, and select the two flat surfaces within the pocket, as shown.
 Click OK.
 Click Done Refs > Done/Return.
 9. Completați suprafețe pentru a exclude contururi interioare.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați cele două suprafețe plane din buzunar, așa cum se arată.
 clic pe OK.
 Faceți clic pe Done Ref> Done / returnare.
Figure 3
Any inner contours in the selected filled surfaces are now patched. Orice contururi interioare din
suprafețele ocupate selectate nu sunt patch-uri.
10. Cap the mill volume.
 Select the All Loops check box, and click Done.

 In the model tree, select the RETRACT datum plane.
 Click Done/Return from the CLOSE LOOP menu.

 Click Show Volume. Notice that the volume appears in wireframe.
 Click Done from the VOL GATHER menu.
11. Click OK .
12. 10. Cap volumul mil.
 Bifați caseta de selectare toate buclele, și faceți clic pe Done.
 În arborele de model, selectați planul retrage de origine.
 Faceți clic pe Done / Revenire din meniul LOOP CLOSE.
 Faceți clic pe Afișare volum. Observați că volumul apare în wireframe.
 Faceți clic pe Done de la VOL meniu aduna.
11. Faceți clic pe OK.
Figure 4
Figure 5
You have created a mill volume by gathering surfaces to form a quilt and extruding the resulting quilt
up to the retract plane, as shown. You can redefine this mill volume at any time. Ați creat un volum
moară de colectarea suprafețe, pentru a forma o pilotă și extrudare pilota rezultat până la planul de
retragere, așa cum se arată. Puteți redefini acest volum de lapte, în orice moment.
13. In the model tree, select the GATHER mill volume, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Select the Close check box and click Done.
 Click Redefine.
 Select a bounding edge of the pocket, as shown.
 Select the Cap Plane check box, and click Done.

 Select the top surface of the model as the new capping plane, as shown.
 Click Done/Return from the CLOSE LOOP menu.

 Click Done from the VOL GATHER menu.
13. În arborele de model, selectați volumul macină aduna, apoi faceți clic dreapta și
selectați Editare Definiția.
 Selectați Close caseta de selectare și faceți clic pe Done.
 Faceți clic pe Redefinire.
 Selectați o margine de încadrare a buzunar, așa cum se arată.
 Selectați caseta de validare Cap Plane, și faceți clic pe Done.
 Selectați suprafața superioară a modelului ca noul avion plafonarea, așa cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe Done / Revenire din meniul LOOP CLOSE.
 Faceți clic pe Done de la VOL meniu aduna.

Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8
Notice that the mill volume geometry has updated, as shown.
Procedure: Modifying Volume Milling Toolpaths

Milling\Volume_Toolpaths
BLOCK.ASM
1. Task 1. Use the build cut functionality to change from by slice to by region.
This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece to enable easier viewing of the cut motions.
Definition .
 Click Play in the Play Path dialog box.
Figure 1
The tool machines across each pocket using a slice-by-slice motion. You can edit this toolpath using
Build Cut functionality.
3. Click Seq Setup.

4. Select the Build Cut check box.
5. Click Done.
6. Select the By Region check box.
7. Click Confirm to switch to by region.
8. Click Order Regions.
9. Select the edge of the top region, as shown.
Figure 2
10. Select the edge of the right region, as shown.
Figure 3
11. Select the edge of the center region, as shown.
Figure 4
12. Click Play Cut.
 Observe the displayed cut motion, as shown.
13. Click Done/Return.
Figure 5
You can preview the cut motion from the BUILD CUT menu. This enables you to verify the toolpath
before completing the build cut.
14. Click Play Path.

 Select the Compute CL check box.
 Click Play .
Figure 6
When you select the Compute CL check box to recalculate the updated toolpath, notice that the tool
machines each region in the selected order.

16. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Using Customize in Volume Milling Utilizarea
Customize în Volumul de frezat.
Objectives
 Use the customize functionality to modify cut motions.
Scenario
You need make the volume milling sequence more efficient. You can do this using the customize
functionality.
obiective
• Utilizați funcționalitatea Personalizare pentru a modifica propunerile tăiate.
Scenariu
Ai nevoie de a face secventa de frezat de volum mai eficient. Puteți face acest lucru folosind
funcționalitatea personaliza.
Milling\Volume_Toolpaths
BLOCK_CUSTOMIZE.ASM
1. Task 1. Use customize to create new cut motions and modify machining parameters
in a specific cut motion.
This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece to enable easier viewing of the cut motions.
Definition .
3. Click Play Path > Screen Play.
 Click Play .
Figure 1
The tool machines across each pocket region by region. However, you need to change the
CUT_ANGLE to 90 degrees when the tool machines the three smaller pockets. You can do this by
editing the toolpath using the customize functionality.
4. Click Customize in the NC SEQUENCE menu.

5. Create a new cut motion to machine the top region of the pocket.
 In the Customize dialog box, click Insert.

 Click Upto Depth > Done.
 Click Depth.
 Select the bottom surface of the large pocket, as shown.
 Click Done Cut.

 Notice that a new automatic cut motion plus an auto plunge, and a follow cut have been added to the
Customize dialog box, as shown.
Figure 2
Figure 3
6. Create another cut motion to machine the three lower pockets.
 In the Customize dialog box, click Insert.

 Click From-To Depth > Done.
 Click From Depth > Z Depth.
 Type –11 for the height relative to the NC sequence coordinate system, and press ENTER.
 Click To Depth.
 Select the bottom surface of the reference model, as shown.
 Click Parameters.
 Edit CUT_ANGLE to 90. Click OK.
 Note, this only changes the cut angle for this cut motion.
 Click Done Cut.

 Notice a retract cut motion plus a new automatic cut, an auto plunge, and a follow cut have been
added to the Customize dialog box, as shown.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Notice that the new cut motions supersede the original automatic cut motions. You can remove the
original cut motions as they are no longer required.
7. Delete the original automatic cut motions.
 In the Customize dialog box, scroll up the cut motion list and select the first cut motion 1: Automatic
Cut.
 Press SHIFT and select the retract motion 4: Retract, as shown.
 Click Delete.
 Click Yes to confirm deleting.
 Notice that the new cut motions are reordered in the Customize dialog box, as shown.
 Click OK.
Figure 6
Figure 7
8. Click Play Path.
 Select the Compute CL check box.
 You must select this check box to recalculate the updated toolpath.

 Click Play .
Figure 8
Notice that the tool machines the first region of the pocket with a cut angle of 0 degrees, and then
machines the next three regions of the pocket with a cut angle of 90 degrees.

10. Click Done Seq.

 Click Close .
 Click OK.
Procedure: Basic Profile Milling De frezat de bază

Milling\Profile
BASIC_PROFILE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a profile milling sequence and edit parameter values.


3. Click Profile Milling from the Milling group.
4. Click Tool Manager in the Profile Milling dashboard.
5. Ensure that the 20_0_E_MILL tool is selected, then right-click and select Select tool and return.
6. Select the Parameters tab in the dashboard.
 Select the Reference tab in the dashboard, and click Details below the Machining References
collector.
 In the Surface Sets dialog box, click Add.
 Notice the default rule selection is Loop surfaces.
 Cursor over the model, right-click, and select the top surface of the reference model, as shown.
 Select any outer edge of the reference model for the loop edge, as shown.
 Notice that the selected loop of surfaces highlight.
 Click OK. 2. În panglica, selectați fila Mill.

3. Faceți clic pe frezat din grupul de frezare.
4. Faceți clic pe Instrumentul de Management în tabloul de bord de frezat.
5. Asigurați-vă că este selectat instrumentul 20_0_E_MILL, apoi faceți clic dreapta și selectați
Selectare instrument și retur.
6. Selectați fila Parametri din tabloul de bord.
 Editare CUT_FEED la 100.
 Editare STEP_DEPTH la 10.
 Editare CLEAR_DIST la 2.
 Editare Viteza rotatie 1000.
7. Configurarea suprafata pentru prelucrare.
 Selectați fila de referință în tabloul de bord, și faceți clic pe Detalii sub colectorul de prelucrare
Referințe.
 În caseta de dialog Surface Seturi, faceți clic pe Adăugare.
 Observați selecția regula implicită este suprafețe Loop.
 cursorul deasupra modelului, faceți clic dreapta și selectați suprafața superioară a modelului de
referință, așa cum se arată.
 Selectați orice margine exterioară a modelului de referință pentru marginea bucla, după cum se
arată.
 Observați că bucla selectat suprafețelor evidenția.
 clic pe OK.
Figure 1
Figure 2
8. Click Display Toolpath in the dashboard.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
2. Notice that the toolpath cannot make a complete pass at the final depth, because the model surface is
not continuous at this depth. Observați că traiectoriilor nu poate face o trecere completă la
adâncimea finală, pentru că suprafața model nu este continuă la această adâncime.
1. Task 2. Use a mill surface as a machining reference for the NC sequence. Folosiți o
suprafață moară ca referință de prelucrare pentru secvența NC.
2. In the Machining References collector, cursor over Loop Surfaces, right-click, and select Remove.
Figure 4
4. Click Mill Surface from the Manufacturing Geometry group.
5. Click Extrude from the Shapes group.
7. Select the top surface of the workpiece, as shown.
8. Click Sketch.
9. Click References . Select the top and right edges of the workpiece as references, as shown.
10. Click Close in the References dialog box. 1. Selectați fila de referință.
2. În colectorul de prelucrare Referințe, cursorul peste Buclă Suprafețe, faceți clic dreapta și selectați
Eliminare.
Figura 4
3. În panglica, selectați fila Mill.
4. Faceți clic pe Mill suprafață din grupul Manufacturing Geometrie.
5. Faceți clic pe Extrude din grupul Forme.
6. Faceți clic dreapta și selectați Definire Sketch internă.
7. Selectați suprafața superioară a piesei de prelucrat, după cum se arată.
8. Faceți clic pe Sketch.
9. Faceți clic pe referințe. Selectati marginile de sus și din dreapta ale piesei de prelucrat ca trimiteri, așa
cum se arată.
10. Faceți clic pe Închidere în caseta de dialog Referințe.
Figure 5
Figure 6
13. Cursor over the model, right-click, and select the hidden model surface, as shown.
14. Query select to select the outer loop of edges, and then click Accept .
15. Click OK from the Close group. 11. Faceți clic pe Proiect din grupul schiță.
12. Selectați opțiunea Loop.
13. cursorul deasupra modelului, faceți clic dreapta și selectați suprafața modelului ascuns, așa cum se
arată.
14. Solicitare selectați pentru a selecta bucla exterioară a marginilor, și apoi faceți clic pe Accept.
15. Faceți clic pe OK din Închide grup.
Figure 7
16. Click Change Depth Direction in the dashboard.
19. Click OK from the Controls group. 16. Faceți clic pe Modificare Adâncime Direcție în tabloul de bord.
17. Editare adâncimea la 25.
19. Faceți clic pe OK din grupul de control.
Figure 8
20. Select the Profile Milling dashboard.
21. Click Display Toolpath in the dashboard.

 Click Play .
 Notice the updated toolpath. 20. Selectați bordul frezat.
21. Faceți clic pe Afișare traiectoriilor în tabloul de bord.
 Faceți clic pe Play.
 Observați traiectoriilor actualizat
Figure 9
Procedure: Depth and Lateral Control Profile

Milling Parameters
Milling\Profile_Depth_Lateral
DEPTH.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit depth control parameter values in a profile milling sequence.
2. In the model tree, select the DEPTH_PROFILE NC sequence, then right-click and select Edit
Definition .
 Click Play Path > Screen Play in the menu manager.
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that one pass is made at full depth. This is because STEP_DEPTH = 25. This is equal to the
depth from the top of the workpiece to the lower edge of the machined model surfaces.

3. Edit STEP_DEPTH to 15. Click OK.
 Click Play . Notice that the tool now makes two passes, one at a depth of 15 and one at full
depth, as shown.
Figure 2
6. Edit AXIS_SHIFT to 5. Click OK.
 If necessary, click the CL data bar in the Play Path dialog box. This makes the CL data visible.
 Click Play . Notice that the tool still makes two passes, but the depth of each pass in the Z-axis is
shifted by –5, as shown.
Figure 3
1. Task 2. Edit lateral control parameters in a profile milling sequence.
 Edit AXIS_SHIFT to 0 (to return to the default value).
 Edit PROF_INCREMENT to 5.
 Edit NUM_PROF_PASSES to 2.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath now makes two passes at each depth, as shown.
 Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar.

 Select the named view TOP.
 Click Rewind .
 Click Play again.
 Notice the tool increments horizontally by 5 between each profile pass, as shown.
Figure 4
Figure 5
 Edit PROF_STOCK_ALLOW to 2. Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the tool now leaves a stock allowance of 2, as shown.
Figure 6
6. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Lead In and Lead Out Motions

Milling\Profile_Lead_In_Out
LEAD_IN_OUT.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit the lead in and lead out parameters in a profile milling sequence.
2. In the model tree, select the LEAD_PROFILE NC sequence, then right-click and select Edit Definition
.
 Click Display Toolpath in the Profile Milling dashboard.
Figure 1
2. Notice, one pass is made at full depth. There are no lead in or lead out motions configured for the
toolpath.
1. Select the Parameters tab. Click Edit Machining Parameters .

3. Select LEAD_IN from the CUT_ENTRY_EXT drop-down menu.
4. Select LEAD_OUT from the CUT_EXIT_EXT drop-down menu.
5. Edit LEAD_RADIUS to 10. Click OK.
 Click Play . Notice that lead in and lead out motions are now created, as shown.
 Click Close.
Figure 2
8. Edit TANGENT_LEAD_STEP to 10.
9. Edit NORMAL_LEAD_STEP to 10.
10. Edit OVERTRAVEL_DISTANCE to 5. Click OK.
 Click Play . Notice the over travel distance removes any witness lines from the machined
surfaces.
 Click Close.
Figure 3
 Select ON from the CUTCOM drop-down menu. Click OK.
 Click Play . Notice that during the lead in and lead out moves, cutter compensation is applied, as
shown.
 Click Close.
Figure 4
1. Task 2. Create an approach and exit position. Creați o poziție abordare și de ieșire.
1. Enable .
2. Select the Options tab in the Profile Milling dashboard.

3. Select the Approach Axis text box in the Options tab.
 This enables the selection of an Approach Axis.
 From the model, select axis AA_1 as shown.

Figure 5
4. Select the Exit Axis text box in the Options tab.
 This enables the selection of an Exit Axis.
 From the model, select axis AA_1, again.
Figure 6
6. Edit NORMAL_LEAD_STEP to 0.
7. Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 7
You can now control the approach and exit location on the profile based on the axis position. Notice
that the NORMAL_LEAD_STEP is zero as this move is controlled by the position of the axis.
Exercise: Creating Profile Milling Sequences Crearea profil

Secvențe de frezat
Objectives
 Create profile milling sequences.
 Edit milling parameters to adjust profile milling sequences.
 Create lead in and lead out motions in profile milling sequences. După finalizarea cu succes acest
exercițiu, veți fi capabil să:
• Crearea secvențelor de frezat profil.
• parametri Editare frezat pentru a regla secvențe de frezat.
• Crearea de plumb și conduce afară propuneri în secvențe de frezat
Scenario
You need to create a profile milling sequence to machine the inside of a pocket in the cover component.
During the creation of this sequence, you adjust sequence parameters and create lead in and lead out
motions to enable correct application of cutter compensation. Scenariu
Aveți nevoie pentru a crea o secvență de frezat de prelucrat în interiorul unui buzunar în componenta de
acoperire. În timpul creării acestei secvențe, reglarea parametrilor de secvență și de a crea plumb și
conduce afară propuneri, pentru a permite aplicarea corectă a compensației de tăiere.
Milling\Profile_Cover
COVER_PROFILE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a profile milling sequence and edit parameter values.

This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece. You can still create NC sequences, but
material removal after creating NC sequences is not possible. Acest model de producție nu conține o
piesă de prelucrat. Puteți crea în continuare secvențe NC, dar de îndepărtare a materialului după
crearea secvențe NC nu este posibilă.

3. Click Profile Milling from the Milling group.
4. Click Tool Manager in the Profile Milling dashboard.
5. Ensure that the 20_0_E_MILL tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Figure 1
7. Select the Reference tab in the dashboard. ClickDetails below the Machining References collector.
 In the Surface Sets dialog box, click Add.
 Notice the default rule selection is Loop surfaces.
 Cursor over the model, and select the top surface of the reference model, as shown.
 Select the inner edge of the reference model, as shown.
 Notice that the selected loop of surfaces highlights.
 Click OK. 7. Selectați fila de referință în tabloul de bord. Faceți clic pe Detalii de mai jos colector de
prelucrare Referințe.
 În caseta de dialog Surface Seturi, faceți clic pe Adăugare.
 Observați selecția regula implicită este suprafețe Loop.
 cursorul deasupra modelului, și selectați suprafața superioară a modelului de referință, așa cum
se arată.
 Selectați marginea interioară a modelului de referință, așa cum se arată.
 Observați că bucla selectat a suprafețelor luminoase.
 clic pe OK.
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
8. Click Display Toolpath in the Profile Milling dashboard.

 Review the simulation and click Close.  Dacă este necesar, faceți clic pe bara de date CL în caseta
de dialog Redare Cale. Astfel datele CL vizibile.
 Faceți clic pe Play din caseta de dialog Redare Cale.
 Revizuirea simulare și faceți clic pe Close.
Figure 5
Notice the toolpath makes two profile passes. You can apply lead in and lead out motions by editing
manufacturing parameters. Notice traiectoriilor face două treceri de profil. Puteți aplica plumb și
conduce afară propunerilor de rezoluție depuse editarea parametrilor de producție.
9. Select the Parameters tab, and click Edit Machining Parameters .
 If necessary, click All, and select All categoriesfrom the Categories drop-down list.
 Select LEAD_IN from the CUT_ENTRY_EXT drop-down menu.
 Select LEAD_OUT from the CUT_EXIT_EXT drop-down menu.
 Edit LEAD_RADIUS to 14.
 Click OK in the Edit Parameters dialog box.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 6
Notice that lead in and lead out motions are now created, as shown. You can adjust the entry and exit
moves as required. Observați că de plumb și conduc afară propuneri nu sunt create, după cum se
arată. Puteți ajusta de intrare și ieșire se mută în funcție de necesități.
 Edit TANGENT_LEAD_STEP to 12.
 Edit NORMAL_LEAD_STEP to 12.
 Edit OVERTRAVEL_DISTANCE to 8.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 7
Notice that the over travel distance removes any witness lines from the machined surfaces.
 Select ON from the CUTCOM drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Notice that during the lead in and lead out moves, cutter compensation is applied, as shown.
1. Task 2. Create an approach and exit position.

1. Enable only the following datum display types: .
2. Create a datum axis for the lead in and lead out position.
 In the Profile Milling dashboard, select Axis from the Datum drop-down menu.
 Select the surface at the bottom of the pocket to position the datum axis, as shown.
 Drag the positioning handles to snap onto the rear and left surfaces of the pocket, as shown.
 Edit the horizontal positional dimension to 16 and the vertical positional dimension to 40, as shown.
 Click OK to complete the datum axis configuration.
 Click Resume in the Profile Milling dashboard.
3. Select the Options tab in the dashboard.
4. Select the Approach Axis text box in the Options tab.
 This enables the selection of the Approach axis.
 From the model, select axis AA_1.
5. Select the Exit Axis text box in the Options tab.

 From the model, select axis AA_1, again.
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
 Edit LEAD_RADIUS to 6.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 13
2. The approach and exit location on the profile is based on the axis position. Notice that the
NORMAL_LEAD_STEP is zero as this move is controlled by the position of the axis.

 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath now makes two passes at each depth, as shown. This reduces the lateral
depth of cut.
Figure 14
3. Change the view orientation.
 Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar.

 Click Rewind .
 Click Play again.
 Notice the tool increments horizontally by 3 between each profile pass, as shown.
Figure 15
4. Click Close.

 In the ribbon, click Erase Not Displayed from the Data group.
 Click OK.
Procedure: Straight Cut Surface Milling Drept

Milling\Surface_Straight-Cut
STRAIGHT_CUT.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a straight cut surface milling sequence and edit parameter values.
Crearea unei drepte secvență de frezare și edita valorile parametrilor de suprafață tăiat.

3. Click Surface Milling from the Milling group.
 Notice that in the SEQ SETUP menu, the Tool, Parameters, Surfaces, and Define Cut check boxes
are automatically selected.
 You must configure these items to generate a toolpath.
 Click Done.  Observați că în meniul de configurare SEQ, Instrumentul, parametri, Suprafete, și să

definească casetele de selectare tăiate sunt selectate automat.
 Trebuie să configurați aceste elemente pentru a genera o traiectoriei.
4. Ensure that the 40_B_E_MILL tool is selected, then right-click and select Select tool and return. 1.
Asigurați-vă că este selectat instrumentul 40_B_E_MILL, apoi faceți clic dreapta și selectați Selectare
instrument și retur.
5. Edit the parameters for the NC sequence.

 Select TYPE_1 from the SCAN_TYPE drop-down menu.
 Edit SPINDLE_SPEED to 1000. Click OK.
 Click Model >Done from the menu manager.

 Press CTRL and select the four curved surfaces on the top of the reference model, as shown.
 Click OK. Click Done/Return. 6. Configurați suprafata pentru prelucrare.

 Faceți clic pe model> Done de la managerul de meniu.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați patru suprafețe curbe pe partea de sus a modelului de referință, așa
cum se arată.
 clic pe OK. Faceți clic pe Done / returnare
Figure 1
7. Configure the cut definition.
 Notice that the Cut Type option is configured asStraight Cut by default.
 Click Flip Direction .
 Notice that the cut direction arrow updates on the model, as shown.
 Notice also that the Cut Angle value automatically changes to 180.
 Click OK. 7. Configurarea definiția tăiat.

 Observați că opțiunea Cut tip este configurat ca tăiată drept implicit.
 Faceți clic Direcția Flip.
 Observați că direcția tăiat săgeata actualizări pe modelul, așa cum se arată.
 Observații de asemenea, că valoarea Cut Angle se schimbă automat la 180.
 clic pe OK.
Figure 2
8. From the menu manager, click Play Path > Screen Play.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
2. Notice that the toolpath passes over the pocket and avoids the circular extrusion. 2. Observați că
traiectoriilor trece peste buzunar și evită extrudare circulară.
1. Reconfigure the cut definition.
 From the NC SEQUENCE menu, click Seq Setup.

 Select the Define Cut check box, and click Done.
 Select the By Edge option.
 Select the right edge of the reference model, as shown.
 Click OK. 1. Reconfigurarea definiția tăiat.

§ Din meniul SECVENȚE NC, faceți clic pe Seq Setup.
 Selectați caseta de validare Cut Definire, și faceți clic pe Done.
 Selectați opțiunea de margini.
 Selectați marginea din dreapta a modelului de referință, așa cum se arată.
 clic pe OK.
Figure 4
 Click Play .
Figure 5
3. Notice that the cut angle is now aligned with the selected edge. 3. Observați că unghiul tăiat nu este
aliniată cu marginea selectat.

2. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Straight Cut Surface Milling Parameters

Milling\Surface_Straight-Parameters
PARAMS.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit straight cut parameter values in a surface milling sequence.

2. In the model tree, select the STRAIGHT_CUT NC sequence, then right-click and select Edit
Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that the tool machines around the circular extrusion and pocket. This is because the
SCAN_TYPE = TYPE_3. Notice also that the cut angle is equal to 45 degrees.

 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
3. Notice that the tool now retracts over the extrusion, and machines over the pocket, and the cut angle
has changed, as shown.

2. If necessary, click All and select All categories from the Categories drop-down list.
 Edit TOOL_OVERLAP to 30.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
4. Notice that the resulting step-over has been reduced and is now calculated using the
TOOL_OVERLAP parameter, as shown.
1. Edit the scallop height to control the step-over distance.

 Edit SCALLOP_HGT to 0.4.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
5. Notice that the resulting step-over has been reduced and is now calculated using the SCALLOP_HGT
parameter, as shown.
1. Edit the profile stock allowance to control the remaining stock.

 Edit PROF_STOCK_ALLOW to 2.
 Click OK.
2. Click Named Views from the In Graphics toolbar.
 Select the named view FRONT.
 Click Play .
 Zoom in to the model, as shown.
 Click Rewind and then click Play .
Figure 5
Figure 6
6. Notice the stock remaining on the machined surface, as shown.

2. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Creating Surface Milling Reference

Geometry Crearea de suprafață de frezat de referință Geometrie
Milling\Surface_References
MILL_SURF.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill surface by copying reference model surfaces.

This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece to enable easier viewing of mill surface
geometry. Creați o suprafață moară prin copierea modelului de referință suprafețe.
Acest model de producție nu conține o piesă care să permită vizualizarea mai ușoară a geometriei
suprafeței moara.

3. Select the surfaces to copy.
 Select the reference model, as shown.
 Select the curved surface on the reference model, as shown.
 Press CTRL and select the other three curved surfaces on the reference model, as shown.
 In the ribbon, select the Manufacturing tab. ClickCopy .

 Click Paste .
 Notice that the four curved surfaces are copied. 2. Faceți clic pe Mill suprafață din grupul
Manufacturing Geometrie.
3. Selectați suprafețele pentru a copia.
 Selectați modelul de referință, așa cum se arată.
 Selectați suprafața curbată pe modelul de referință, așa cum se arată.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați celelalte trei suprafețe curbe pe modelul de referință, așa cum se arată.
 În panglica, selectați fila Manufacturing. Faceți clic pe Copiere.
 Faceți clic pe Paste.
 Observați că cele patru suprafețe curbe sunt copiate
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
4. Exclude inner pockets and fill holes.
 Click Options in the SURFACE: Copy dashboard.

 Select the Exclude surfaces and Fill holesoption.
 Press CTRL, and select the edges of the left and right pockets, and the edge of the hole, as shown.
 Notice the pockets and hole are filled, as shown.
 Click Complete Feature in the SURFACE: Copy dashboard.

 In the ribbon, select Mill Surface tab.
 Click OK from the Controls group.
 Notice the completed mill surface, as shown. 4. Excludeți buzunare interioare și umple golurile.
 Faceți clic pe Opțiuni în suprafața: tablou de bord Copiere.
 Selectați Exclude suprafețele și opțiunea gauri de umplere.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați marginile din stânga și din dreapta buzunare, și marginea găurii, așa cum
se arată.
 Observați buzunarele și gaura sunt pline, așa cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe Feature completa în suprafața: tablou de bord Copiere.
 În panglica, selectați tab-ul de suprafață Mill.
 clic pe OK din grupul de control.
 Observați suprafața moară completat, după cum se arată.
Figure 5
Figure 6
5. Extend the mill surface.
 If necessary, select the COPY 1 mill surface in the model tree.
 Right-click, and select Redefine Mill Surface.

 Select one edge of the mill surface, as shown.
 Press SHIFT and select the mill surface, until the tangent chain of edges are selected, as shown.
 Notice that the tangent chain of edges highlight on the model, as shown.
 Click Extend .
 Edit the extend value to 5.
 Click Complete Feature in the Extend dashboard.
 Click OK .
 Notice the extended surface on the model, as shown. 5. Extinderea suprafața moara.
 Dacă este necesar, selectați suprafața moara COPY 1 în copac model.
 Faceți clic dreapta și selectați Redefinire Mill suprafață.
 Selectați o margine a suprafeței moară, așa cum se arată.
 Apăsați SHIFT și selectați suprafața moară, până când lanțul tangent muchiilor sunt selectate,
după cum se arată.
 Observați că lanțul tangent muchiilor evidenția pe modelul, așa cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe Extinde.
 Editați extins de valoare la 5.
 Faceți clic pe Feature completa în Extend tabloul de bord.
 clic pe OK.
 Observați suprafața extinsă pe modelul, așa cum se arată.
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Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11
You can use this mill surface as a machining reference. You can also hide the mill surface to clarify
the model display. Puteți folosi această suprafață moară ca referință de prelucrare. Puteți, de
asemenea, ascunde suprafața moară pentru a clarifica pe ecran modelul ..
6. In the model tree, select the COPY 1 mill surface, then right-click and select Hide .
 Notice that the mill surface is no longer displayed in the model, as shown.
Figure 12
You can redefine this mill surface at any time, as required.  Observați că suprafața moara nu mai
este afișat în model, așa cum se arată.
Figura 12
Puteți redefini această suprafață moară în orice moment, în funcție de necesități.
Exercise: Creating Straight Cut Surface Milling

Sequences
Objectives
 Create and edit mill surface reference geometry.
 Create straight cut surface milling sequences.
Scenario
You need to machine the top surface of the cap part using a semi-finish surface milling sequence. You
first create a mill surface as a reference for surface milling sequences. You then create a semi-finish
sequence by creating a straight cut surface milling sequence using a 25 millimeter ball end mill. After
successfully completing this exercise, you will be able to:
 Create and edit mill surface reference geometry.
 Create straight cut surface milling sequences.

• Crearea și geometria edita moara de referință de suprafață.
• Crearea secvențelor drepte de frezat de suprafață tăiat.
Scenariu
Aveți nevoie pentru a mașină suprafața superioară a părții capacului folosind o secvență de frezare
suprafață semi-finisaj. Puteți crea mai întâi o suprafață moară ca referință pentru secvențe de frezat de
suprafață. Apoi creați o secvență semi-gol, prin crearea unei secvențe dreaptă frezare suprafață tăiată
folosind o moară scop minge 25 milimetri.
Milling\Surface_Straight-Cap
CAP_STRAIGHT.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a mill surface by copying a reference model surface.

This manufacturing model does not contain a workpiece to enable easier viewing of mill surface
geometry.

3. Select the reference model.
 Select the curved surface on the reference model, as shown.
 In the ribbon, select 2. Faceți clic pe Mill suprafață din grupul Manufacturing Geometrie.
3. Selectați modelul de referință.
 Selectați suprafața curbată pe modelul de referință, așa cum se arată.
 În panglica, selectați fila Manufacturing. Faceți clic pe Copiere.
 Faceți clic pe Paste. the Manufacturing tab. ClickCopy .
 Click Paste .
Figure 1
4. Fill the holes.
 Click Options in the dashboard.

 Select the Exclude surfaces and Fill holesoption.
 Press CTRL, and select the four hole edges, as shown.
 Notice that the holes are filled, as shown.
 Click Complete Feature in the SURFACE: Copy dashboard.

 Notice the updated mill surface, as shown. 4. umple găurile.
 Faceți clic pe Opțiuni în tabloul de bord.
 Selectați Exclude suprafețele și opțiunea gauri de umplere.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați cele patru margini gaura, așa cum se arată.
 Observați că găurile sunt umplute, așa cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe Feature completa în suprafața: tablou de bord Copiere.
 Observați suprafața moară actualizat, după cum se arată.
Figure 2
Figure 3
5. Extend the outer edges of the mill surface.
 Select the COPY 1 mill surface in the model tree.
 Select one outer edge of the mill surface, as shown.

 Press SHIFT and select the mill surface, until the tangent chain of edges are selected, as shown.
 Notice the tangent chain of edges highlight on the model, as shown.
 Select the Mill Surface tab. Click Extend from the Editing group.
 Edit the extend value to 2.5.
 Notice the extended surface on the model, as shown. 5. Extinderea marginile exterioare ale
suprafeței moara.
 Selectați suprafața moara COPY 1 în copac model.
 Selectați o margine exterioară a suprafeței moară, așa cum se arată.
 Apăsați SHIFT și selectați suprafața moară, până când lanțul tangent muchiilor sunt selectate,
după cum se arată.
 Observați lanțul tangent muchiilor evidenția pe modelul, așa cum se arată.
 Selectați fila suprafață Mill. Faceți clic pe Extinde din grupul Editare.
 Editați extins valoare de 2,5.
Figure 4
Figure 5
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Figure 7
6. Extend the inner edges of the mill surface.
 Select the COPY 1 mill surface in the model tree.
 Select one inner edge of the mill surface, as shown.
 Press SHIFT and select the other inner edge of the mill surface, as shown.
 Click Extend from the Editing group.

 Edit the extend value to 3.0, as shown.
 Click OK from the Controls group.
 Notice the extended surface on the model, as shown. 6. Extinderea marginile interioare ale
suprafeței moara.
 Selectați suprafața moara COPY 1 în copac model.
 Selectați o margine interioară a suprafeței moară, așa cum se arată.
 Apăsați SHIFT și selectați celălalt marginea interioară a suprafeței moară, așa cum se arată.
 clic Extinderea din grupul Editare.
 Editați extins de valoare la 3,0, după cum se arată.
 clic pe OK din grupul de control.
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Figure 11
1. Task 2. Create a semi-finish surface milling NC sequence using the Straight Cut
option.
1. In the ribbon, select Mill tab.
 Click Done.
3. Ensure that the 25_BEM tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Retrieve stored semi-finish surface milling parameters.
Se afișează traducerea pentru Create a semi-finish surface milling NC sequence using the
Straight Cut option. 1. In the ribbon, select Mill tab. 2. Click Surface Milling from the Milling
group.  Notice that in the SEQ SETUP menu, the Tool, Parameters, Surfaces, and Define Cut
check boxes are automatically selected.  You must configure these items to generate a toolpath.
 Click Done. 3. Ensure that the 25 BIM tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select
tool and return. 4. Retrieve stored semi-finish surface milling parameters
Traduceți în schimb Create a semi-finish surface milling NC sequence using the Straight Cut
option. 1. In the ribbon, select Mill tab. 2. Click Surface Milling from the Milling group. 
Notice that in the SEQ SETUP menu, the Tool, Parameters, Surfaces, and Define Cut check
boxes are automatically selected.  You must configure these items to generate a toolpath. 
Click Done. 3. Ensure that the 25_BEM tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select
tool and return. 4. Retrieve stored semi-finish surface milling parameters
Creați o suprafață semi-finisaj frezat secvență NC folosind opțiunea Cut drepte.
2. Faceți clic pe de frezat de suprafață din grupul de frezare.
 Observați că în meniul de configurare SEQ, Instrumentul, parametri, Suprafete, și să
3. Asigurați-vă că este selectat instrumentul de 25 BIM, și apoi faceți clic dreapta și selectați
Selectare instrument și să se întoarcă.
4. Preluare parametri stocate de frezat de suprafață semi-finisaj
4.

 Select the SEMI_FINISH_SURF.MIL parameter file, and click Open.
Click OK.  În caseta de dialog Edit Parameters, faceți clic pe Fișier> Deschidere.
 Selectați fișierul parametrul SEMI_FINISH_SURF.MIL, și faceți clic pe Deschidere.
 clic pe OK.
Figure 12
 Click Mill Surface > Done.

 Select the extended surface from the model, as shown.
 Click Okay to machine the top side of the surface.

Click Select All > Done/Return. 5. Configurați suprafata pentru prelucrare.
 Faceți clic pe Mill la suprafata> Done.
 Selectați suprafața extinsă de la modelul, așa cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe OK pentru a mașină partea de sus a suprafeței.
 Faceți clic pe Select All> Realizat / returnare.

Figure 13
 Notice that the Cut Type option is configured asStraight Cut by default.
 Click OK. 6. Configurați definiția tăiat.
 Observați că opțiunea Cut tip este configurat ca tăiată drept implicit.
 clic pe OK.
Figure 14
 Click Play .
Figure 15
2. Notice that the tool machines past the edges of the model surfaces to the edge of the larger mill
surface, but the step-over is too large to produce an acceptable surfaced finish.
1. Edit the scallop height to control the step-over distance, and edit the profile stock allowance. 2. Observați
că mașinile de scule trecut marginile modelului suprafețelor la marginea suprafeței moara mai mare, dar
pas-over este prea mare pentru a produce un finisaj acceptabil suprafață.
1. Editare înălțimea scoici Saint-Jacques pentru a controla distanța pas peste, și edita alocația profil de
stoc.

2. Edit PROF_STOCK_ALLOW to 0.15.
3. Edit SCALLOP_HGT to 0.1. Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 16
3. Notice that the resulting step-over has been reduced and is now calculated using the SCALLOP_HGT
parameter, as shown. Notice also 0.15 millimeters of stock are remaining on the machined surface.
Notice that the tool also machines over the opening in the top surface. You can change this using the
SCAN_TYPE parameter. In addition, the cut direction is parallel to the X-axis of the sequence
coordinate system, which is controlled by the CUT_ANGLE parameter. 3. Observați că pas-over
rezultată a fost redusă, iar acum este calculat folosind parametrul scoici Saint-Jacques HGT, așa cum
se arată. Observați, de asemenea 0,15 milimetri de stoc sunt rămase pe suprafața prelucrată.
Observați că instrumentul, de asemenea, mașini de peste deschiderea din suprafața superioară.
Puteți schimba acest lucru folosind parametrul SCAN_TYPE. În plus, direcția de tăiere este paralelă cu
axa X a secvenței sistem de coordonate, care este controlat de parametrul CUT ANGLE.

 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Click Close.
Figure 17
4. Modifying the SCAN_TYPE to TYPE_3 eliminates machining over the opening in the top surface.
Modifying the CUT_ANGLE to 90 degrees changes the direction of the cutting motions.
5. Notice that the tool performs a lacing move between passes. This is controlled by the LACE_OPTION
parameter.

 Select ARC_CONNECT from the LACE_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Zoom in to a lacing move on the toolpath, as shown.
 Press CTRL+D to return to the standard orientation.

Figure 18
Figure 19
6. Modifying the LACE_OPTION to ARC_CONNECT connects each pass with a smooth motion.

2. Click Done Seq.
 Notice that in the model, the mill surface no longer appears, as shown.
Figure 20
7. You can unhide and redefine this mill surface at any time, as required.

 In the ribbon, click Erase Not Displayed from the Data group.
 Click OK.
Procedure: From Surface Isolines Surface Milling De

la suprafața izolinii de frezat de suprafață

Milling\Surface_Isolines
SURFACE_ISOLINES.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a From Surface Isolines surface milling sequence and edit parameter
values.

 Click Done.
4. Ensure that the 40_B_E_MILL tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Edit the parameters for the NC sequence. Creați o secvență de frezare de la suprafață și edita
valorile parametrilor de suprafață Izolinii.
3. Faceți clic pe de frezat de suprafață din grupul de frezare.
 Observați că în meniul de configurare SEQ, Instrumentul, parametri, Suprafete, și să
4. Asigurați-vă că este selectat instrumentul 40_B_E_MILL, și apoi faceți clic dreapta și selectați
Selectare instrument și retur.
5. Modificați parametrii pentru secvența NC.
5.

 Click OK.
The parameter listing assumes you are creating a Straight Cut surface milling sequence. However,
the listing changes if you configure the cut type to From Surface Isolines, and then reedit the
parameters. Listarea parametru presupune că creați o secvență de drept frezare suprafața tăiată. Cu
toate acestea, modificările de listare cazul în care configurați tipul de tăiere a la Izolinii suprafață, și
apoi re edita parametrii.
 Click Model >Done from the menu manager.

 Press CTRL and select the four curved surfaces on the top of the reference model, as shown.
 Click OK.
Click Done/Return.6. Configurați suprafata pentru prelucrare.
 Faceți clic pe model> Done de la managerul de meniu.
cum se arată.
 clic pe OK.
 Faceți clic pe Done / returnare.
Figure 1
 Select the From Surface Isolines option.

 Select the first surface in the Surface list. Note that the cut direction highlights on the model, as
shown.
 Select the remaining surfaces in the Surface list. Note that the cut direction highlights for each
selected surface on the model, as shown. ClickOK. 7. Configurarea definiția tăiat.
 Selectați Din Izolinii suprafață opțiunea.
 Selectați prima suprafață în lista de suprafață. Rețineți că direcția tăiat evidențiază pe modelul,
așa cum se arată.
 Selectați suprafețele rămase în lista de suprafață. Rețineți că direcția tăiat evidențiază pentru
fiecare suprafață selectată pe modelul, așa cum se arată. ClickOK.
Figure 2
 Click Play .
Figure 3
9. Reconfigure the cut definition.
 From the NC SEQUENCE menu, click Seq Setup.

 Select the Define Cut check box, and click Done.
 Select the first surface in the Surface list.
 Click Toggle Direction .

 Select the remaining surfaces in the Surface list. For each surface, click Toggle Direction .
 Notice that the cut direction arrows update on the model, as shown. Click OK.
Figure 4
You can also specify the order in which surfaces are machined in the Cut Definition dialog box.
 Click Play .
Figure 5
Notice that the surfaces are now machined in a different direction.

12. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Creating From Surface Isolines Surface

Milling Sequences
Objectives
 Create and edit from surface isolines surface milling sequences.
Scenario
You need to machine the top surface of the cap part and leave a small amount of stock remaining on the
part. An extended mill surface has already been created to be used as a machining reference. You create
a from surface isolines surface milling sequence using a 25 millimeter ball end mill. Crearea Din Izolinii
suprafață suprafață de frezat Secvențe
obiective
• Crearea și editarea de secvențe de frezat de suprafață suprafață izolinii.
Scenariu
Aveți nevoie pentru a mașină suprafața superioară a părții capac și se lasă o cantitate mică de
stoc rămas pe partea. O suprafață extinsă moara a fost deja creat pentru a fi utilizat ca referință
prelucrare. Puteți crea o secvență de la suprafață izolinii de suprafață măcinare utilizând o moară
scop minge 25 milimetri.
Milling\Surface_Isolines
CAP_ISOLINES.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a surface milling NC sequence using the From Surface Isolines option.

3. Click Surface Milling in the Milling group.
 Click Done.
4. Ensure that the 25_BEM tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
5. Retrieve stored finish surface milling parameters.

 Select the FINISH_SURF.MIL parameter file, and click Open.
 Note you can edit these parameters to precisely meet your requirements at any time.
 Click OK.
 Click Mill Surface >Done from the menu manager.

 Select the extended surface from the model, as shown.
 Click Okay to machine the top side of the surface.

 Click Select All > Done/Return. 2. În panglica, selectați fila Mill.
3. Faceți clic pe de frezat de suprafață în cadrul grupului de frezat.
 Observați că în meniul de configurare SEQ, Instrumentul, parametri, Suprafete, și să definească
casetele de selectare tăiate sunt selectate automat.
4. Asigurați-vă că este selectat instrumentul 25_BEM, și apoi faceți clic dreapta și selectați Selectare
instrument și să se întoarcă.
5. Preluarea parametrilor stocate de frezat de suprafață de finisaj.
 În caseta de dialog Edit Parameters, faceți clic pe Fișier> Deschidere.
 Selectați fișierul parametrul FINISH_SURF.MIL, și faceți clic pe Deschidere.
 Notă puteți edita acești parametri pentru a satisface exact cerințele dumneavoastră în orice
moment.
 clic pe OK.
6. Configurați suprafata pentru prelucrare.
 Faceți clic pe Mill la suprafata> Done de la managerul de meniu.
 Selectați suprafața extinsă de la modelul, așa cum se arată.
 Faceți clic pe OK pentru a mașină partea de sus a suprafeței.
 Faceți clic pe Select All> Realizat / returnare.
Figure 1
 Select the From Surface Isolines option.

 Select the surface in the Surface list. Note that the cut direction highlights on the model, as shown.
 Click OK. 7. Configurarea definiția tăiat.

 Selectați Din Izolinii suprafață opțiunea.
 Selectați suprafața pe lista de suprafață. Rețineți că direcția tăiat evidențiază pe modelul, așa
cum se arată.
 clic pe OK
Figure 2
 Click Play .
Figure 3
2. Notice that the cut direction follows the contour of the surface (UV vectors) instead of a true linear cut.
Notice that the tool machines past the edges of the model surfaces to the edge of the larger mill
surface. The tool also machines over the opening in the mill surface. You can change this using the
SCAN_TYPE parameter. You can also improve the surface finish by reducing the SCALLOP_HGT
parameter value, and you can leave stock remaining on the surface by editing the
PROF_STOCK_ALLOW parameter value.
1. Edit the manufacturing parameters to produce a more efficient toolpath.

2. Edit PROF_STOCK_ALLOW to 0.1.
3. Edit SCALLOP_HGT to 0.05.
4. Select TYPE_3 from the SCAN_TYPE drop-down menu.
5. Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
3. Notice that the resulting step-over has been reduced to provide a better surface finish. Modifying the
SCAN_TYPE to TYPE_3 eliminates machining over the opening in the top surface. Notice also 0.1
millimeters of stock now remain on the machined surface.

2. Click Done Seq.
 Notice that the mill surface no longer appears in the model, as shown.
Figure 5
4. You can unhide and redefine this mill surface at any time, as required.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Cut Line Surface Milling Taie Linia de frezat de suprafață
Milling\Surface_Cut-Line
CUT_LINE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a cut line surface milling sequence and edit parameter values.

 Click the Milling group drop-down menu and selectCut Line Milling .
3. From the Tool Manager drop-down menu, select the40_B_E_MILL tool.
 Click in the Machining References area.
 Press CTRL and select the four curved surfaces on the top of the reference model, as shown. 1.
Sarcina 1. Creați o secvență de frezare suprafață linie de tăiere și valorile parametrilor edita.
 Faceți clic pe meniul vertical grup Morarit si selectCut linie de măcinare.
3. Din meniul vertical Tool Manager, selectați the40_B_E_MILL instrument.
4. Selectați fila Parametri.
 Editare CUT_FEED la 100.
 Editare STEP_OVER la 12.
 Editare CLEAR_DIST la 2.
 Editare Viteza rotatie la 1200.
5. Selectați fila de referință.
 Faceți clic în zona de prelucrare Referințe.
cum se arată.
Figure 1
6. Select the Cut Lines tab.
6. Selectați fila Cut Lines.
Click Details, below the References collector.
 Faceți clic pe Detalii, mai jos colector Referințe.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați cele patru margini suprafața superioară, după cum se arată. Faceți
clic pe OK.

 Press CTRL and select the four upper surface edges, as shown. Click OK.
Figure 2
7. Configure the second open cut line.
 Select Cutline 2.
 Click Details, below the References collector.
 Press CTRL and select the four lower surface edges, as shown. Click OK.
 Select View Toolpath from the dashboard.  Selectați Cutline 2.
 Faceți clic pe Detalii, mai jos colector Referințe.
 Apăsați CTRL și selectați cele patru margini suprafață inferioară, după cum se arată. Faceți clic pe
OK.
 Selectați View traiectoriilor din tabloul de bord.
Figure 3
Figure 4
8. From the dashboard, click Display Toolpath .
 Click Play .
 Review the simulation and click Close in the Play Path dialog box.
Figure 5
2. Notice that the toolpath gradually changes shape between the start and end cut lines.

3. Edit OFFSET_INCREMENT to 5.
4. Edit NUMBER_CUTS to 2.
5. Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 6
3. Notice that the toolpath now makes two passes offset by 5 millimeters.

2. Click Complete Feature from the dashboard.
Exercise: Creating Cut Line Surface Milling

Sequences
Objectives
 Create and edit cut line surface milling sequences.
Scenario
You need to finish machining the top surface of the cap model. You create a cut line surface milling
sequence using a 25 millimeter ball end mill.
Milling\Surface_Cut-Line
CAP_CUT_LINE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a surface milling NC sequence using the Cut Line option.

 Click the Milling group drop-down menu and selectCut Line Milling .
3. From the Tool Manager drop-down menu, select the25_BEM tool.
4. Retrieve stored finish surface milling parameters.

 Select the FINISH_SURF.MIL parameter file, and click Open.
 Notice that you can edit these parameters to precisely meet your requirements at any time.
 Click OK.
 Select the Reference tab.

 Select the top surface of the model as shown.
Figure 1
6. Configure the first closed cut line.
 Select the Cut Lines tab.

 Click Details, below the References collector.
 Press CTRL and select the 2 curves of the inside circle, as shown.
 Click OK.
 Click Start Point.
 Type 0.5 in the field and press ENTER.
 Click OK.
Figure 2
7. Configure the second closed cut line.
 Select Cutline 2.
 Click Details below the References collector.
 Press CTRL and select the outside curves of the top surface, as shown.
 Click OK.
 Click Start Point.
 Type 0.5 in the field and press ENTER.
 Click OK.
 Click View Toolpath from the dashboard.
Figure 3
Figure 4
 Click Play .
 Click Close in the Play Path dialog box.
Figure 5
2. Notice that the toolpath gradually changes shape between the start and end cut lines. You can also
improve the surface finish by reducing the SCALLOP_HGT parameter value.

2. Edit SCALLOP_HGT to 0.025.
 Click Play .
Figure 6
3. Notice that the resulting step-over has been reduced to provide a better surface finish.

2. Click Complete Feature from the dashboard.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Advanced Surface Milling Options

Milling\Surface_Advanced
ADVANCED.ASM
1. Task 1. Gouge check the surface milling sequence.

Definition .
 Click Play from the Play Path dialog box.
Figure 1
2. Notice that the toolpath may be gouging into the clamp at the beginning and end of each pass. You
can check and correct this.
1. Configure surfaces for gouge checking.
 From the Play Path menu, click Gouge Check.

2. Press CTRL and select the two top surfaces on the clamp part.
3. Click OK > Done/Return > Done/Return.
Figure 2
4. Click Run to perform a gouge check.

5. Notice that gouges were found.
6. Click Show All to see all detected gouges on the toolpath.

7. Click Done/Return > Done/Return > Done/Return.
Figure 3
8. Click Repaint from the In Graphics toolbar.

9. To configure the check surfaces, click Seq Setup from the NC SEQUENCE menu.
10. Select the Check Surfs check box, and click Done.
11. Press CTRL and select the two top surfaces on the clamp part, as shown.
Figure 4
13. Perform gouge checking again. Click Play Path > Gouge Check.
14. Press CTRL and select the two top surfaces on the clamp part, as shown.

16. Click Run. Notice that no gouges were found.
17. Click Done/Return > Done/Return.
Figure 5
18. Adjust the check surface stock allowance. In the ribbon, click Step Parameters .
19. Edit CHK_SRF_STOCK_ALLOW to 2. Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath now avoids the check surfaces.
Figure 6
1. Task 2. Create an approach and exit move.
1. Create tangent approach and exit moves.
2. From the NC SEQUENCE menu, click Seq Setup.

3. Select the Approach/Exit check box, and click Done.
 Select LINE_TANGENT from the First Cut drop-down list.
 Select LINE_TANGENT from the Last Cut drop-down list.
 Click OK.
 Click All.
 Edit APPROACH_DISTANCE to 20.
5. Edit EXIT_DISTANCE to 20. Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Zoom in to the beginning and then the end of the toolpath.
 Notice an approach move has been added to the first pass, and an exit move has been added to the
last pass.
Figure 7
Figure 8
7. Click Close.
8. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Using Advanced Surface Milling Options

Objectives
 Gouge check surface milling sequences.
 Configure approach and exit moves to surface milling sequences.
Scenario
You need to adjust the surface milling sequence to avoid the clamp surfaces. You also need to configure
approach and exit motions to remove witness lines on the machined surface.
Milling\Surface_Advanced
CAP_CHECK_SURFS.ASM
1. Task 1. Gouge check the surface milling sequence.

Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that the toolpath may be gouging into the vise at the beginning and end of each pass. You can
check and correct this.
1. Configure surfaces for gouge checking.
 From the Play Path menu, click Gouge Check.

2. Press CTRL and select the six top surfaces on the vise part.
Figure 2
4. Perform gouge checking. Click Run from the GOUGE CHECK menu.
5. Notice that gouges were found.
6. Click Show All to view all detected gouges on the toolpath, as shown.
7. Click Done/Return > Done/Return > Done/Return.
Figure 3
8. Click Repaint from the In Graphics toolbar.
9. To configure the check surfaces, click Seq Setup from the NC SEQUENCE menu.
10. Select the Check Surfs check box, and click Done.
11. Press CTRL and select the six top surfaces on the vise part, as shown.
Figure 4
13. Perform gouge checking again. Click Play Path > Gouge Check.
14. Press CTRL and select the six top surfaces on the vise part, as before.

16. Click Run. Notice that no gouges were found.
17. Click Done/Return > Done/Return.
Figure 5
18. Adjust the check surface stock allowance. In the ribbon, click Step Parameters from the Update
group.
19. Edit CHK_SRF_STOCK_ALLOW to 2.
20. Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the toolpath is adjusted to avoid the check surfaces.
Figure 6
1. Task 2. Use Customize to split the automatic cut motion and configure approach and
exit motions to remove witness lines on the machined surface.
1. Click Customize in the NC SEQUENCE menu.
2. Split the follow cut, cut motion.
 In the Customize dialog box, select the cut motion3: Follow Cut.
 Click Redefine.
 Click Split.
 Click Add.
 Zoom in to the toolpath and select the point, as shown.
 Click Add again.

 In the same area of the toolpath, select the next point, as shown.
 Click OK in the Create Split Points dialog box.

 Click OK in the Follow Cut dialog box.
 You now have three follow cut, cut motions, as shown.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9
3. Configure a tangent approach move.
 In the Customize dialog box, select the cut motion3: Follow Cut, as shown.
 Select Tangent Approach from the drop-down list.
 Type 10 in the Approach Distance text box.
 Click Preview.
 Observe the previewed cut motion, as shown.
 Click OK in the Tangent Approach dialog box.

 Notice that a tangent approach is inserted before the selected cut motion, as shown.
Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
4. Configure a second tangent approach move.
 In the Customize dialog box, select the cut motion6: Follow Cut.
 Select Tangent Approach from the drop-down list.
 Click Preview.
 Observe the previewed cut motion, as shown.

 Notice that a tangent approach is inserted before the selected cut motion, as shown.
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
2. Note, you can remove an unwanted cut motion.
1. Delete the unwanted cut motion.
 Select the cut motion 5: Follow Cut, as shown.

 Click Delete.
 Click Yes to confirm deletion.
 Notice that the cut motions are reordered in the Customize dialog box, as shown.
 Click OK in the Customize dialog box.

Figure 16
Figure 17
 Click Play .
Figure 18
3. Notice that the tool now makes a tangent approach move before machining the surface.

2. Click Done Seq.

 In the ribbon, click Erase Not Displayed .
 Click OK.
Procedure: Basic Roughing and Re-Roughing
Milling\Roughing
ROUGHING.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a roughing NC sequence and edit parameter values.


3. Select Roughing from the Roughing drop-down menu in the Milling group.
4. Click Tool Manager in the Roughing dashboard.
5. Ensure that the 25_FEM tool is selected, then right-click and select Select tool and return.
1. Task 2. Define References.
1. Select the References tab.
2. Click in the Mill Window collector window to activate it.
3. Select Mill Window from the Geometry drop-down menu in the Roughing dashboard.
4. Click Chain Window .
5. Select the top surface of the model as the window placement plane, as shown.
Figure 1
6. Right-click and select Chain to activate the selection of edges.

Figure 2
 Notice that the tangent chain of edges highlights on the model, as shown.
Figure 3
8. Click Resume Feature .
 Click Play .
Figure 4
2. Notice that the toolpath roughs out the pocket with a 25 millimeter flat end mill.
1. Review the simulation and click Close in the Play Path dialog box.
1. Task 3. Create a re-roughing NC sequence and reference the previous roughing
sequence.
1. Ensure that the Roughing 1 sequence is selected.
 Click Re-Rough from the Milling group.

2. Click Tool Manager in the Re-roughing dashboard.
3. Select the 15_FEM tool, then right-click and selectSelect tool and return.
 Click Play .
Figure 5
2. Notice that the tool machines only the areas where the previous roughing sequence could not reach.
Procedure: Roughing Scans and Entry and Exit

Parameters
Milling\Roughing_Scan
ROUGH_SCAN.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to rough scanning in an existing roughing sequence.

2. In the model tree, select the ROUGHING NC sequence, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
Note, for the manufacturing parameter CLOSED_AREA_SCAN, the default value is
CONSTANT_LOAD. This produces a toolpath with an approximately constant tool load. Alternatively,
you can use MAINTAIN_CUT_TYPE and MAINTAIN_CUT_DIR values to minimize retract moves
during the toolpath.

 Select MAINTAIN_CUT_TYPE from the CLOSED_AREA_SCAN drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
Notice that the retract moves have been minimized.

 Select MAINTAIN_CUT_DIR from the CLOSED_AREA_SCAN drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
Notice that the cut direction has been maintained.

 Select TYPE_SPIRAL from the CLOSED_AREA_SCAN drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
Notice a spiral scan is created.

10. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Step Depth and Tolerance Control

Roughing Parameters
Milling\Roughing_Depth
DEPTH_TOL.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to step depth and tolerance control in an existing
roughing sequence.
 Click Play .
Figure 1
The MAX_STEP_DEPTH is currently equal to 25. You can reduce this value to reduce the step depth
in the NC sequence, and increase the number of slices in the NC sequence.

 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
Notice that the number of slices has increased, and the step depth is now no more than 15
millimeters.

 Edit INSIDE_TOLERANCE to 0.04.
 Edit OUTSIDE_TOLERANCE to 0.07.
 Click OK.
Notice that you can independently modify the inside and outside tolerance values. This is not possible
with volume milling sequences.
6. Click Done Seq.

Procedure: Additional Scallop Height Control
Roughing Parameters
Milling\Scallop_Height
SCALLOP_HGT.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to scallop height control in an existing roughing

sequence.
 Click Play .
Figure 1
Notice that the tool makes two passes in the pocket. The pocket has a draft angle of 5 degrees, which
means there is an uneven thickness of material remaining in the pocket. You can use the scallop
height control parameters to create a more uniform thickness of remaining material to create
subsequent finishing toolpaths.

 If necessary, click All.
 Select DURING from the ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL drop-down menu.
 Edit ROUGH_SCALLOP to 0.5.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 If necessary, drag the Display Speed slider to the left to slow down the toolpath simulation.
Figure 2
Notice that the number of slices has increased, because the step depth is now controlled by the
ROUGH_SCALLOP parameter. Notice also additional slices are taken during the roughing toolpath.
You can control when the additional slices are taken by editing the ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL
parameter value.

 Select AFTER from the ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
Notice that although the toolpath is essentially the same, the additional slices are made after the first
roughing passes are made.

8. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Roughing Corner Options

Milling\Roughing_Corner
CORNER_OPTIONS.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to corner options in an existing roughing sequence.

 Click Play .
Figure 1
Sharp corners are currently configured in this toolpath. You can add smooth corners by editing corner
option parameters.

 Select CONSTANT_RADIUS from the SMOOTH_SHARP_CORNERS drop-down menu.
 Edit SMOOTH_RADIUS to 6.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
Notice that the sharp corners have now been rounded, and the smooth radius value is equal to 6
millimeters. You can also configure progressive slowdown for corners.
 Select YES from the CORNER_SLOWDOWN drop-down menu.
 Edit SLOWDOWN_LENGTH to 10.
 Edit SLOWDOWN_PERCENT to 0.5.
 Edit NUMBER_SLOWDOWN_STEPS to 4.
 Click OK.
 Click the CL Data bar to make the CL data visible.
 Click Next Record repeatedly to step through the toolpath one move at a time.
Figure 3
Figure 4
Observe the feed rate slows down when approaching corners and increases when moving out of
corners, as shown.
7. Click Play to reviewing the toolpath.

9. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Mold Core Roughing and Re-Roughing
Objectives
 Create roughing NC sequences.
 Create re-roughing NC sequences.
 Create mill windows for roughing sequences.
Scenario
You create a roughing sequence and then re-roughing sequence to machine the mold core. You edit
parameters to apply high speed machining methods. The re-roughing sequence machines material
remaining from the roughing sequence.
Milling\Roughing_Mold-Core
MOLD_CORE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a roughing NC sequence and edit parameter values.

2. Configure a mill window using the Chain Window option.
 Click Mill Window from the Manufacturing Geometry group.

 Select the top surface of the reference model as the window placement plane, as shown.
 Click Chain Window in the Mill Window dashboard.

 Right-click and select Chain to activate the selection of edges.
 Notice that the tangent chain of edges highlights on the model, as shown.

Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
4. Select Roughing from the Roughing drop-down menu in the Milling group.
5. Click Tool Manager in the Roughing dashboard.
6. Ensure that the 20_FEM tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
7. Retrieve stored rough milling parameters.

 Select the ROUGH.MIL parameter file, and clickOpen.
 Note, you can edit the stored parameter values as required.
Figure 5
8. Edit the following roughing related parameters for the NC sequence.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 6
10. Click Named Views from an In Graphics toolbar.
 Click Repaint to view the toolpath.
Figure 7
2. Notice that the tool is making passes at approximately 5 millimeter depth increments. You need to
modify the ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL and ROUGH_SCALLOP parameters to create additional
passes between the roughing passes.
1. Click Resume Feature in the Roughing dashboard.

 Select DURING from the ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL drop-down menu.
 Edit ROUGH_SCALLOP to 0.4.
 Click OK.
3. Press CTRL+D to return to the standard orientation.
 Click Play .
Figure 8
3. Notice that the tool has created additional passes between the initial roughing passes. The
ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL parameter enables you to create the passes either during or after the
initial roughing passes. The ROUGH_SCALLOP parameter specifies the maximum allowable scallop
height on the walls of the cavity. The resulting scallop height is now reduced, leaving a more uniform
thickness of remaining material.

The manufacturing parameter CLOSED_AREA_SCAN is currently configured with the default value of
CONSTANT_LOAD. This produces a toolpath with an approximately constant tool load. Alternatively,
you can use MAINTAIN_CUT_TYPE or MAINTAIN_CUT_DIRECTION values to minimize retract
moves during the toolpath.
Note, for reviewing purposes, you can view the toolpath more easily by disabling
ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL.

 Select NO from the ROUGH_SCALLOP_CONTROL drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 9
Notice that the toolpath now maintains the cut direction. You can round the sharp corner moves using
the SMOOTH_SHARP_CORNERS option.

 Select MAX_RADIUS from the SMOOTH_SHARP_CORNERS drop-down menu.
 Edit SMOOTH_RADIUS to 10.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 10
Notice that the sharp corners have been rounded. Setting SMOOTH_SHARP_CORNERS to
MAX_RADIUS rounds sharp corners using the largest possible radius between 10% and 100% of the
SMOOTH_RADIUS value.

1. Task 2. Create a re-roughing NC sequence and reference the previous roughing
sequence.
1. Ensure that the Roughing sequence is selected in the dashboard.
 Click Re-Rough from the Milling group.

2. Click Tool Manager in the Re-roughing dashboard.
3. Select the 12_BEM tool, then right-click and selectSelect tool and return.
4. Retrieve stored re-roughing milling parameters.

 Select the RE_ROUGH.MIL parameter file, and click Open.
Notice that you can edit the stored parameter values as required.
5. Edit the following parameters for the sequence.

 Edit MIN_STEP_DEPTH to 0.2.
 Edit MAX_STEP_DEPTH to 2.0.
 Click OK.
6. Click Display Toolpath in the Re-roughing dashboard.
 Click Play .
Figure 11
Notice that the tool machines only the areas where the previous roughing sequence could not reach.


 Click OK.
Procedure: Basic Finishing
Milling\Finish
BASIC_FINISH.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a finishing NC sequence and edit parameter values.


3. Click Finishing from the Milling group.
4. Click Tool Manager from the Finishing dashboard.
5. Select the 14_BEM tool, and then right-click and selectSelect tool and return.
 Click in the Mill Window collector to activate it.
 Select the Mill Window 1 on the reference model, as shown.
Figure 1
 Click Play .
Figure 2
2. Notice that the toolpath finishes the surface at the bottom of the pocket first and then finishes the side
walls of the pocket.
Procedure: Editing Finishing Parameters

Milling\Finish_Parameters
FINISH_PARAMS.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit finishing parameters in an existing finishing sequence.

2. In the model tree, select the FINISHING NC sequence, then right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
Notice that the toolpath finishes the surface at the bottom of the pocket with a spiral scan and then
finishes the side walls of the pocket with profile cuts. You can change the way the pocket is machined
using various parameters.

 Select STEEP_AREA_FIRST from the FINISHING_ORDER drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
Notice that the toolpath now machines the side walls first.

 Select SHALLOW_CUTS from the FINISH_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Select STRAIGHT_SCAN from the SHALLOW_AREA_SCAN drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
Notice that the toolpath now machines only the shallow area, and scans the shallow area using
straight cuts. Note that the SLOPE_ANGLE parameter divides the surfaces to be machined into steep
and shallow areas. The default value is 45 degrees.

 Select PROFILE_CUTS from the FINISH_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Zoom in to the toolpath, as shown.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Notice that the toolpath now machines only the steep area. The tool makes S-shaped moves between
connecting slices.

 Select LINE_CONNECT from the STEEP_CONNECT_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
 Zoom in to the toolpath, as shown.
Figure 6
Notice that the tool makes straight line moves between connecting slices.
12. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Mold Core Finishing

Objectives
 Create and edit finishing NC sequences.
Scenario
You create a finishing sequence to finish machine the mold core. You edit parameters to apply high-
speed machining methods. Note that roughing and re-roughing sequences have already been created for
this operation.
Milling\Finish_Mold-Core
MOLD_CORE_FINISH.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a finishing NC sequence and edit sequence parameters to optimize the
toolpath.

3. Click Finishing from the Milling group.
4. Click Tool Manager from the Finishing dashboard.
5. Select the 12_BEM tool, and then right-click and selectSelect tool and return.
6. Retrieve stored finish milling parameters.

 Select the FINISH.MIL parameter file, and clickOpen.
Note that you can edit the stored parameter values as required.

 Edit SLOPE_ANGLE to 75.
 Edit STEP_OVER to 1.0.
 Edit OUTSIDE_TOLERANCE to 0.025.
 Click OK.
 Click in the Mill Window collector to activate it.
 Select Mill Window 1 on the reference model, as shown.

Figure 1
9. Click Display Toolpath from the Finishing dashboard.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
Notice that the tool machines both steep and shallow areas. It creates profile cuts for the steep areas
and spiral scanning cuts for the shallow areas. You can change these options if required.

 Select PROFILE_CUTS from the FINISH_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
Notice that only profile cuts are now created.

 Select STRAIGHT_CUTS_WITH_CROSSCUTfrom the FINISH_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
Notice that the tool creates a crosscut toolpath, machining both the steep and shallow areas in a
series of straight cuts.

 Select SHALLOW_CUTS from the FINISH_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Select SPIRAL_3D_EQUIDISTANT from the SHALLOW_AREA_SCAN drop-down menu.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 5
Notice that the toolpath now machines only the shallow area, and scans the shallow area using a
constant 3-D step-over.

 Select COMBINED_CUTS from the FINISH_OPTION drop-down menu.
 Click Play .
Figure 6
Notice that the tool machines both steep and shallow areas. It creates spiral scanning cuts with a
constant 3-D step-over for the shallow areas and creates profile cuts for the steep areas.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Creating Sketched Milling Tools

Milling\Sketch_Tool
SKETCH_TOOL.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a sketched key way tool.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display type:

3. Click Edit > Sketch in the Tools Setup dialog box.
 Type KEY_WAY_35_0 in the Name text box.
 Click the Sketcher, from the Tools setup dialog box to open Sketcher.
4. Select Centerline from the Centerline types drop-down menu in the Sketching group.
 Sketch a vertical centerline, as shown.
 Select Line Chain from the Line types drop-down menu.

 Sketch the tool outline, as shown.
 Middle-click to stop sketching lines.
Figure 1
Figure 2
5. Dimension the sketch as shown.
Figure 3
6. Add a Sketcher coordinate system to specify the tool tip.
 Click Coordinate System from the Sketching group.

 Select a location for the coordinate system on the sketch, as shown.
 Middle-click to stop creating Sketcher coordinate systems.

 Click OK .
Figure 4
7. In the Tools Setup dialog box, click Apply.
 Click OK to complete the tool configuration, as shown.
Figure 5
2. You can save the sketched tool configuration with the Work Center ready for future use, or save it with
the manufacturing model.
Procedure: Basic 2-Axis Trajectory Milling

Milling\2-Axis
2_AXIS_TRAJ.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a 2-axis trajectory milling sequence and configure sequence options.

3. Select 2 Axis Trajectory from the Trajectory Milling drop-down menu in the Milling group.
4. Click Tool Manager in the Curve Trajectory dashboard.
5. Ensure that the 20_0_FEM tool is selected, then right-click and select Select tool and return.
 Click in the Machining Reference collector to activate it.
 Select the datum curve on the model, as shown.
 Select the Offset Cut check box.
Figure 1
Figure 2
2. You can also create a datum curve when configuring a 2-axis trajectory milling sequence.

 Click Play .
Figure 3
3. Notice that the toolpath makes one pass at the curve depth. You can specify an alternate depth if
required.

3. Click in the Height collector.
4. Select the datum plane OFFSET in the model tree.
Figure 4
 Click Play .
Figure 5
4. Notice that the height of the toolpath has updated. You can configure lead in and lead out motions and
apply cutter compensation to the toolpath.

 Select YES from the LEAD_IN drop-down menu.
 Select YES from the LEAD_OUT drop-down menu.
 Select ON from the CUTCOM drop-down menu. Click OK.
 Click the CL data bar to make the CL data visible.
 Click Next Record repeatedly to step through the toolpath one move at a time.
Figure 6
Figure 7
5. Notice that the lead in and lead out motions have been added to the toolpath. Notice also cutter
compensation is applied during the lead in motion, and removed during the lead out motion.
1. Click Play to complete reviewing the toolpath.

Procedure: 2-Axis Trajectory Milling Depth Control

Parameters
Milling\2-Axis_Depth
DEPTH_TRAJ.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit the depth control parameter values in a trajectory milling sequence.
2. In the model tree select the TRAJECTORY MILLING NC sequence, right-click and select Edit
Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that one pass is made at the same depth as the datum curve selected for this sequence.

 Edit NUMBER_LAST_FINPASSES to 3.
 Edit LAST_FINPASS_OFFSET to 5.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
3. Notice that the tool now makes three passes. One is at the same depth as the datum curve, and two
are offset from the final pass by 5 millimeters, as shown.

 Edit NUMBER_FIRST_FINPASSES to 3.
 Edit FIRST_FINPASS_OFFSET to 10.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
 Click Repaint to review the toolpath.
Figure 4
4. Notice that the tool now makes three additional passes, offset from each other by 10 millimeters, as
shown.

3. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: 2-Axis Trajectory Milling-Cutting Slices

Parameters
Milling\2-Axis_Slices
SLICES_TRAJ.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit cutting slices parameter values in a trajectory milling sequence.

2. In the model tree select the TRAJECTORY MILLING NC sequence, right-click and select Edit
Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that one pass is made offset by half the tool diameter from the datum curve selected for this
sequence.

 Edit NUMBER_LAST_FINCUTS to 3.
 Edit LAST_FINCUT_OFFSET to 5.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
3. Notice that the tool now makes three passes. One is offset by half the tool diameter from the datum
curve, and two are offset from each other by 5 millimeters, as shown.

 Edit NUMBER_FIRST_FINCUTS to 2.
 Edit FIRST_FINCUT_OFFSET to 10.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
 Click Refit .
Figure 4
4. Notice that the tool now makes two additional cutting slices, offset from each other by 10 millimeters,
as shown.

3. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Basic 3-Axis Trajectory Milling
Milling\3-Axis
3_AXIS_TRAJ.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a 3-axis trajectory milling sequence and configure cut motion options.
3. Click Custom Trajectory from the Milling group.
 Notice that 3 Axis is selected in the MACH AXES menu manager.
 Click Done.
 Notice that in the SEQ SETUP menu, the Tool and Parameters check boxes are automatically
selected.
 Click Done.
4. Ensure that the FEM_15 tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
5. Edit the required parameters for the NC sequence.

 Click OK.
6. Specify the cut motion configuration.
 Click Insert in the Customize dialog box to insert an automatic cut motion.
 Click Edge > Done.
 Ensure that the Edge, Direction, and Offsetcheck boxes are selected.
 Click Done.
7. Create the cut motion.
 Press CTRL and select the three edges of the slot on the model, as shown.
 Click OK > Done.

 Click Okay to specify the direction.
 Click Right >Done to specify the offset.
 Notice a cut motion appears, as shown.
 Click Done Cut.
Figure 1
Figure 2
8. Add approach and exit moves.
 Select cut motion 3: Follow Cut, as shown.

 Select Tangent Approach from the Cut Motion drop-down list.
 Select <end of tool path> in the Customize dialog box.
 Select Tangent Exit from the Cut Motion drop-down list.
 Type 10 in the Exit Distance text box.
 Click OK in the Tangent Exit dialog box.
 Notice the cut motion list in the Customize dialog box, as shown.
Figure 3
Figure 4
 Click Play .
Figure 5
2. You can configure a sketch, a curve, and surface trajectories using a similar procedure.
2. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: 3-Axis Trajectory Milling Multi-Step and

Multi-Pass Parameters
Milling\3-Axis_Step-Pass
STEP_PASS.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit multi-step parameter values in a trajectory milling sequence.

2. In the model tree select the CUSTOM TRAJECTORY MILLING NC sequence, right-click and select Edit
Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
2. Notice that one pass is made at the same depth as the trajectory edge selected for this sequence.

 Edit NUMBER_CUTS to 3.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 2
3. Notice that the tool now makes three passes, one at the final depth of the trajectory, and two offset
from the final pass by 10 millimeters, as shown.

 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
Figure 4
4. Notice that the tool now makes one additional pass at each step depth, offset from the final pass by
10 millimeters, as shown.

3. Click Done Seq.
Exercise: Slot Milling

Objectives
 Use 3-axis trajectory milling sequences to create slots.
 Create sketched tools.
Scenario
You create a 3-axis trajectory milling sequence to machine a slot in a fixing plate. You create two cut
motions and specify approach and exit moves. You also create a sketched tool for the sequence.
Milling\Slot
FIXING_PLATE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a sketched tool.


3. Click Edit > Sketch in the Tools Setup dialog box.
 Type 65_DEG_SLOT_10 in the Name text box.
 Click Sketcher, from the Tools Setup dialog box to open Sketcher.
4. Select Centerline from the Centerline types drop-down menu in the Sketching group.
 Sketch a vertical centerline.
 Click Line Chain from the Line types drop-down menu in the Sketching group.
 Sketch the tool outline, as shown.
 Middle-click to stop sketching lines.
5. Right-click and select Dimension .

 Edit the dimensions, as shown.
Figure 1
6. Add a Sketcher coordinate system to specify the tool tip.
 Click Coordinate System from the Sketching group.

 Select a location for the coordinate system on the sketch, as shown.
 Middle-click to stop creating Sketcher coordinate systems.

 Click OK .
Figure 2
7. In the Tools Setup dialog box, click Apply.
 Click OK to complete the tool configuration.
Figure 3
2. You can save the sketched tool configuration with the workcell ready for future use, or save it with the
manufacturing model.
1. Task 2. Create a 3-axis trajectory milling sequence and configure cut motion options.
2. Click Custom Trajectory from the Milling group.
 Notice that 3 Axis is selected in the MACH AXES menu manager.
 Click Done.
 Notice that in the SEQ SETUP menu, the Tool and Parameters check boxes are automatically
selected.
 Click Done.
3. Ensure that the 65_DEG_SLOT_10 tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and
return.
4. Edit the required parameters for the NC sequence.

 Click OK.
5. Specify the first cut motion configuration.
 Click Done.
6. Create a cut motion to machine the first edge.
 Select the hidden edge of the slot on the model, as shown.

 Click Flip > Okay to reverse the direction.
 Click Right >Done to specify the offset, as shown.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
2. Notice that a cut motion appears, as shown.
1. Extend the ends of the cut motion.
 Click Ends > Start.

 Select the Specify check box, and click Done.
 Drag the start point to a new location, as shown.
 Click to finalize the location.
 Click Ext Length.

 Type 40 for the extension length, and press ENTER.
 Click End.
 Drag the end point to a new location, as shown.

 Click Done Cut.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9
3. Notice that the cut motion appears, as shown. You can create additional cut motions as required. The
cut motions are joined to form one toolpath.
1. Specify the second cut motion configuration.
 Click Done.
2. Create a cut motion to machine the second edge.
 Select the hidden edge of the slot on the model, as shown.

 Click Okay to specify the direction.
 Click Right >Done to specify the offset.
Figure 10
Figure 11
4. Notice that a cut motion appears, as shown.
1. Extend the ends of the second cut motion.
 Click Ends > Start.

 Drag the start point to a new location, as shown.

 Click End.
 Drag the end point to a new location, as shown.

 Click Done Cut.
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14
5. Notice that the cut motion appears, as shown.
1. Delete unwanted cut motions.
 Select cut motion 4: Retract, as shown.

 Click Delete, and click Yes to confirm deleting the cut motion.
 Select cut motion 5: Auto Plunge, as shown.
 Click Delete, and click Yes to confirm deleting the cut motion.
 Notice the updated cut motion list in the Customize dialog box, as shown.

Figure 15
Figure 16
Figure 17
 If necessary, click the CL data bar to make the CL data visible.
 Click Next Record repeatedly to single step through the toolpath until you reach the end.
Figure 18
6. Notice that the two cut motions are joined to form a single toolpath.
2. Click Done Seq.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Basic Drilling

Milling\Drilling
BASIC_DRILL.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a countersink drilling sequence.


3. Select Countersink from the Countersink types drop-down menu in the Holemaking Cycles group.
4. Click Tool Manager in the Countersinking dashboard.
5. Select the SPOT_DRILL_20 tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
7. Configure the holes for countersinking.
 Select the References tab.

 Click in the Start collector.
 Select the top surface of the model as the start surface, as shown.
 Type 20 in Countersink diameter value field, and press ENTER.

 Select the Auto Chamfer check box. Notice four axes and the holes highlight on the model, as
shown.
Figure 1
Figure 2
 If necessary, click the CL data bar to make the CL data visible. Click Play .
Figure 3
2. Notice that the four holes are drilled and a CYCLE/CSINK statement is output in the CL data.
1. Task 2. Create a standard drilling sequence.
1. Click Standard in the Holemaking Cycles group.
2. Click Tool Manager in the Drilling dashboard.
3. Select the 10_0_DRILL tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
5. Configure the holes for drilling.

 Select Details below the Holes collector.
 Select the 10 diameter in the available list and click Add .
 Select the Depth tab in the Holes dialog box.
 Notice in the Depth tab that the Auto and By Shoulder depth options are configured by default, as
shown.
 Click OK in the Holes dialog box.

Figure 4
 Click Play .
Figure 5
2. Notice that the four holes are drilled and a CYCLE/DRILL statement is output in the CL data.
Procedure: Editing Drilling Toolpaths

Milling\Drilling_Editing
EDIT_DRILL.ASM
1. Task 1. Edit parameters relating to holemaking in an existing holemaking sequence.

1. Enable only the following Datum Display type:
2. In the model tree select the HOLEMAKING NC sequence, right-click and select Edit Definition .
 Click Play .
Figure 1
Figure 2
Notice that the four holes are drilled, and the CYCLE/DRILL statement is output with a clearance of 5
millimeters, as shown. You can change the CYCLE/DRILL statement by editing manufacturing
parameters.
3. Edit parameters relating to rapid moves and pullout distances.
 In the ribbon, click Step Parameters from the Process group.

 Edit PULLOUT_DIST to 10.
 Edit RAPTO_DIST to 2.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 3
Notice that the DRILL/CYCLE statement is now output with RAPTO and RETURN information added,
as shown.
5. Edit the SCAN_TYPE parameter to change the order of drilling the holes.

 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
Notice that the tool now drills the holes in a different order. It increments the Y-coordinate and goes
back and forth in the X-direction.

 Edit SCAN_TYPE to TYPE_ONE_DIR.
 Click OK.
 Click Play .
Figure 5
Notice that the tool now drills the holes in a different order. It increments the X-coordinate and
decrements the Y-coordinate. You can specify which holes are drilled and change the order that the
holes are drilled using the Customize functionality.
9. From the NC SEQUENCE menu, click Customize.

10. Select the cut motion 1: Automatic Cut and clickDelete.
11. Click Yes to confirm deletion.
12. Enable Axis Display .
13. Select Connect from the Cut Motion drop-down list.
14. Select axis A_2 and A_4 from the model, as shown.
15. To complete the selection, middle-click in the graphics window.
16. Notice the two connect cut motions listed in the Customize dialog box, as shown.
17. Click OK.
Figure 6
Figure 7
 Click Play .
 Notice that only two holes are drilled.
Figure 8
20. Click Done Seq.
Procedure: Creating and Using Drill Groups

Milling\Drilling_Groups
PLATE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a drill group for a center-drilling sequence.


 Click Drill Group from the Manufacturing Geometry group.
 Select the Properties tab in the Drilling Group dialog box.
 Type Center_Drill in the Name field.
 Select the Definition tab.
 Select the Patterned Axes from the Subsets list.
 Select the hole on the plate model, as shown.
 Notice that 4 axes are added next to the Patterned Axes.

 Select the Rule: diameters from the Subsets list.
 Select the 8.000000 diameter from the Available list and click Add .
 Notice six axes highlight on the model, as shown.
 Click Apply Changes in the Drilling Group dialog box.

Figure 1
Figure 2
1. Task 2. Create a center-drilling sequence.
1. Click Standard from the Holemaking Cycles group.
3. Ensure that the C_DRILL_01 tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
 Click Details .
 Ensure that CENTER_DRILL group is available in the Selected list.
 From the Start drop-down list, click Select Start Surface .
 From the End drop-down list, click Blind .

 Type 4 in the End Value field, and press ENTER.
 Select By tip from the Measure drop-down list.
Figure 3
 Click Play .
 Notice that the six holes are center-drilled, as shown.
Figure 4
 Click Details.
 Select Individual Axes.
 Select the hole at the center of the plate model, as shown.
 Click OK.
Figure 5
 Click Play .
 Notice that seven holes are now center-drilled, as shown.
Figure 6
Exercise: Creating Holemaking Sequences

Objectives
 Create drill groups.
 Create center-drilling sequences.
 Create standard drilling sequences.
 Create tapping sequences.
 Create boring sequences.
Scenario
You need to machine holes in a new machining bracket fixture. You create drill groups to enable easy
selection of the holes for the holemaking sequences. You center-drill all the holes in the model. You
create a holemaking sequence to drill the seven holes on the stepped face of the model. You then drill
and tap the four holes in the bolt hole pattern on the top face of the model and finish by drilling and boring
the large hole on the top face.
Milling\Drilling_Bracket
BRACKET_DRILL.ASM
1. Task 1. Create two drill groups – one for the seven holes on the stepped face and the
other for the holes in the bolt hole pattern.

3. Configure the drill groups.
 Click Drill Group from the Manufacturing Geometry group.

 Select the Properties tab in the Drilling Group dialog box.
 Type GROUP_14_0 in the Name field.
 Select the Rule: diameters from the Subsets list.
 Notice seven axes highlight on the model, as shown.
 Click Apply Changes in the Drilling Group dialog box.

 Click Drill Group .
 Select the Properties tab and typeGROUP_M_18_0 in the Name field.
 Select the Rule: diameters.
 Notice four axes highlight on the model, as shown.
 Click Apply Changes .
Figure 1
Figure 2
1. Task 2. Create a holemaking sequence to center-drill all the holes.
1. Click Standard from the Holemaking Cycles group.
3. Select the CTRDRILL_04 tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
5. Configure the first set of holes for center-drilling.

 Click Details below the Holes collector.
 Ensure that the Holes tab is selected in the Holes dialog box. Select the Individual Axes from the
Subsets list.
 Select the large hole in the center of the top face of the model, as shown.
 Notice the five holes to be drilled highlight on the model, as shown.


Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
6. Configure the second set of holes for center-drilling.
 Select New set on the References tab.

 Click Details.
 Ensure that the Holes tab is selected in the Holes dialog box. Select Rule:drill groups from the
Subsets list.
 Select the GROUP_14_0 group from the Available list.
 Click Add .
 Notice the seven holes to be drilled highlight on the model, as shown.

 Select the stepped surface of the model as the start surface, as shown.

 Click OK.
Figure 6
Figure 7
7. Click Display Toolpath in the Drilling dashboard.
 Click Play .
 Notice that all holes on the model are center-drilled, as shown.
Figure 8
1. Task 3. Create a standard drilling sequence to drill the seven holes on the stepped
face of the model.
1. Click Standard .
2. Click Tool Manager .
3. Select the DRILL_14_0 tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
 Edit BREAKOUT_DISTANCE to 2.

 Click Details.
Subsets list.
 Select the GROUP_14_0 group from the Available list.
 Click Add .
 Notice the seven holes to be drilled highlight on the model, as shown.

 From the End drop-down list, click Through All .
 Click OK.
Figure 9
 Click Play .
 Notice that all holes on the stepped surface are drilled, as shown.
Figure 10
Figure 11
2. Notice that the BREAKOUT_DISTANCE is added to the depth of all holes drilled using the THRU ALL
option.

1. Task 4. Create a holemaking sequence using a tapping drill to drill the four holes in
the bolt hole pattern.
1. Click Standard .

 Click Details.
Subsets list.
 Select the GROUP_M_18_0 group from the Available list.
 Click Add .
 Notice the four holes to be drilled highlight on the model, as shown.

 Click OK.
Figure 12
 Click Play .
 Notice that four holes on the top surface are drilled, as shown.
Figure 13
1. Task 5. Create a holemaking sequence to tap the four holes in the bolt hole pattern.
1. Click Tapping from the Holemaking Cycles group.
2. Click Tool Manager in the Tapping dashboard.
3. Select the TAP_18_0 tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
 Edit THREAD_FEED to 2.5.
 Select MMPR from the THREAD_FEED_UNITS drop-down list.
 Click Details.
Subsets list.
 Select the GROUP_M_18_0 group from the Available list.
 Click Add .
 Notice the four holes to be drilled highlight on the model, as shown.

 Click OK.
Figure 14
6. Click Display Toolpath in the Tapping dashboard.
 Click Play .
 Notice four holes on the top surface are tapped, as shown.
Figure 15
Figure 16
2. Notice a CYCLE/TAP statement is output in the CL data file, as shown.
1. Click Close in the Play Path dialog box

1. Task 6. Create a holemaking sequence to drill the large hole on the top face of the
model.
1. Click Standard .
5. Configure the hole for drilling.

 Click Details.
 Ensure that the Holes tab is selected in the Holes dialog box. Select the Individual Axes.
 Select the large hole on the model, as shown.

 Click OK.
Figure 17
 Click Play .
 Notice that the large hole is drilled, as shown.
Figure 18
1. Task 7. Create a holemaking sequence to counter bore the large hole on the top face
of the model.
1. Select Boring from the Boring types drop-down menu in the Holemaking Cycles group.
2. Click Tool Manager in the Boring dashboard.
3. Select the BORE_40_0 tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
5. Configure the hole for drilling.

 Click Details.
 Ensure that the Holes tab is selected in the Holes dialog box. Select the Individual Axes.
 Select the large hole on the model, as shown.

 From the End drop-down list, click Select End Surface .

 Select the surface at the bottom of the counter bore on the model, as shown.

 Click OK.
Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
6. Click Display Toolpath from the Boring dashboard.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the large hole is counter bored, as shown.
Figure 22
Figure 23
2. Notice that a CYCLE/BORE statement is output in the CL data file, as shown.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Engraving on Flat and Complex

Surfaces
Milling\Engraving
CAP_CUT.ASM
1. Task 1. Create an Engraving Sequence on a Flat Surface.


 Click Engraving from the Milling group.
3. Click Tool Manager from the Engraving dashboard.
4. Ensure that the GRV_0020 tool is selected, then right-click and select Select tool and return.
 Click in the reference collector, then select the logo in the bottom of the center pocket, as shown.
Figure 1
2. The engraving feature, in this case, a logo, was developed as a cosmetic groove feature, during
design. The feature could also have been curves.

 Edit GROOVE_DEPTH to 1.
 Edit the VALUE from 40 to 20.
3. Click Display Toolpath from the dashboard.
 Click Play .
 Click Complete Feature from the dashboard.
Figure 2
1. Task 2. Create an Engraving Sequence on a Complex Surface.

1. Click Engraving .
 Click in the reference collector, then select the cosmetic groove feature, as shown.
Figure 3
 Edit GROOVE_DEPTH to 1.
 Edit the VALUE to 30.
 Click Play .
Figure 4
Procedure: Using Process Manager Tools

Milling\Process_Tools
PLATE_NC.ASM
1. Task 1. Review NC sequence steps using the process manager.

2. Click Process Manager from the Process Group.

3. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, select the operation row, as shown.
4. Click Show Toolpath .

 To slow down the toolpath simulation, drag the display speed slider to the left.
 Click Play .
 Notice that both holes are drilled with three tools: center drill, drill, and countersink drill.

Figure 1
Figure 2
5. Highlight step references.
 Select the CDRILL_20_1 step, as shown.
 Click Highlight References .

 Notice that the references for this step appear, as shown.
Figure 3
Figure 4
 Review the parameters in the Information window.
 Click Close from the Information window.

Figure 5
2. You can configure custom views to display other manufacturing information.
1. Create a custom process view.
 Click View Builder .

 Click New View .
 Type View_1 in the View Name field.
2. Select Tool in the Not Displayed area and click Add Column .
3. Select Mfg Info Parameters from the Group drop-down list.
4. Select Machining Time (Min.) and click Add Column .
5. Select 2 for the decimal places field.
6. Click OK to save the view.
7. In the Machining Process Table dialog box, click File > Create Printable Version.
 Notice that in the browser window, a printable version of the table appears, as shown.
 Minimize the browser window.
Figure 6
8. To change the main steps view, click Steps .
9. Click View Builder .
10. Select the Sort Setup tab.
11. Select Tool and click Add Column .
12. Select the Filter Setup tab.
13. Select Axes.
14. Type 3 Axes in the field below the values area.
15. Click Add.
16. Click OK to update the Steps Info Main View.
 Notice that the table has updated, as shown.
Figure 7
17. Click File > Export table (CSV).
18. Click OK to create a CSV file.
19. Click Process to return to the process view.
20. Click Close in the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.
You can export process table views in CSV format, which is a standard format for Microsoft Excel.
You can then import CSV files into Excel and format them further, as required.
Procedure: Editing Process Items

Milling\Process_Edit-Steps
EDIT_STEPS.ASM
1. Task 1. Reorder and merge steps using the process manager.

2. Open the process table.
 In the ribbon, click Process Manager from the Process Group.

 Observe the order of the steps, as shown.
Figure 1
3. Reorder the center drill steps.
 Select the CDRILL_20_2 step, right-click, and select Cut.

 Select the CDRILL_20_1 step, right-click, and select Paste.
 Notice that the order of steps updates, as shown.
Figure 2
4. Reorder the standard drill steps.
 Select the DRILL_20_2 step, right-click, and select Cut.

 Select the DRILL_20_1 step, right-click, and select Paste.
 Notice that the order of steps updates, as shown.
Figure 3
5. Merge the center drill steps.
 Select the CDRILL_20_1 step, press CTRL, and select the CDRILL_20_2 step.
 Right-click and select Merge.
 Notice that the two steps have been merged into a single step, as shown.
Figure 4
6. Merge the standard drill steps.
 Select the DRILL_20_1 step, press CTRL, and select the DRILL_20_2 step.
 Notice the two steps have been merged into a single step, as shown.
Figure 5
7. Merge the countersink drill steps.
 Select the CSINK_20_1 step, press CTRL, and select the CSINK_20_2 step.
 Notice that the two steps have been merged into a single step, as shown.
Figure 6

 Click Play .
 Notice each tool is used to drill both holes before changing to the next tool.
Figure 7
Figure 8
10. Click Close in the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.
Procedure: Creating New Items in the Process
Manager
Milling\Process_New-Items
NEW_ITEMS.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a new face milling step in the process manager.


 Notice that a fixture and an operation step have been created, as shown.
 Notice that a Work Center and tooling have also been configured.
Figure 1
Figure 2
4. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, clickInsert > Step > Milling step.
 Notice that the Create Milling Step dialog box is configured, as shown.
 Click OK.
 In the Face Milling dashboard, click Complete Feature .
Figure 3
5. Click Edit in the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.
 Notice that the configuration tools appear in the Face Milling dashboard.
 Notice also that the status column indicates the current status of the mill step.
Figure 4
6. Click Tool Manager from the dashboard.

 Ensure that the 30_0_FEM tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Notice that the status column in the process table indicates missing surfaces.
 In the dashboard, select the Reference tab.

 Ensure that in the Type drop-down menu, Surfaceis selected.
 In the Graphics window, right-click and selectMachining References.
 Select the top surface of the reference model, as shown.
Figure 5
9. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, clickShowToolpath .
 Click Play .
 Notice that the selected surface is machined, as shown.

Figure 6
10. Verify the manufacturing model.
 Click Close in the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.

 Notice that a face milling sequence is added to the model tree listing, as shown.
Figure 7
Procedure: Creating and Using Manufacturing
Templates
Milling\Templates
TEMPLATE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create an NC step manufacturing template.


 Notice that a standard drilling step has been created, as shown.
 Note the first NC step creates a center drilling toolpath.
Figure 1
3. Select the operation row.
 Click Show Toolpath .

 Click Play .
 Notice the center drilling toolpath, as shown.
Figure 2
4. Create the NC step template.
 Select the CDRILL_20 step.

 Click Create Template .
 Accept the default name of cdrill_20.xml in the Template Name field.
 Click OK.
 Click Yes in the confirmation window.
5. Click Open .
 Select TEST.ASM, and click Open.
6. Click Process Manager .
 Notice that no toolpaths have been created.
 Select the operation row.
7. Click Insert > Step > From template

 Select CDRILL_20.XML, and click Open.
 Notice that a step is inserted in the process table, as shown.
Figure 3
8. Ensure that the CDRILL_20 row is selected and clickEdit .
9. Configure the holes for machining.
 Click Hole Sets .

 Ensure that Holeset 1 is selected.
 In the References collector, right-click and selectAdd.
 Press CTRL and select the eight holes in the model, as shown.
 Click OK from the Select dialog box.
Figure 4
10. Configure the hole depth.
 Select Blind from the Hole Depth drop-down list.

 Select Tool Tip from the Measure by drop-down list.
 Double-click in the upper-right cell of the Hole Depth table , as shown.
 Select the top surface of the model.
 Double-click in the bottom center cell and change Type to Along Axis, then edit the value to 4.
 Click OK.
11. Click Apply Changes from the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.
Figure 5
Figure 6
 Click Play .
 Notice that all eight holes are center drilled, as shown.

Figure 7
2. The holes in your model may be drilled in a different order.
Exercise: Creating NC Sequences Using the

Process Manager
Objectives
 Create and edit holemaking sequences using the process manager.
Milling\Process_Plate
PLATE.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a standard drilling step to center drill holes in the plate model.
2. In the ribbon, click Process Manager from the Process group.

 Notice that a fixture and an operation step have been created.
 Notice that a Work Center and tooling have also been configured.
Figure 1
4. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, clickInsert > Step > Drilling step.
 Type CENTER_DRILLING in the Name field.
 Click OK to create a standard drilling step.
 In the Drilling dashboard, click Complete Feature .
5. Click Edit in the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.
Figure 2
2. Notice that the status column indicates a missing tool for the drilling step.
1. Click Tool Manager in the dashboard.

 Ensure that the CTRDRILL_04 tool is selected, and then right-click and select Select tool and
return.
Figure 3
3. Notice that the status column indicates missing parameters for the drilling step, as shown.
1. Click Edit .
 In the dashboard, click Complete Feature .
Notice that the status column in the process table indicates missing holesets.
 Click Edit .
 In the dashboard, select the References tab.
 Click Details.
 Select the Individual Axes.
 Press CTRL and select the five holes on the model, as shown.
Figure 4
 In the Holes dialog box, select the Depth tab.


Figure 5
4. Click Show Toolpath in the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the selected holes are center drilled, as shown.
Figure 6
Notice that your holes may be drilled in a different order.
1. Task 2. Create a standard drilling step to drill the four blind holes in the plate model.
1. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, ensure that the CENTER_DRILLING row is selected, as
shown.
Figure 7
2. In the process table, click Insert > Step > Drilling step.
 Type DRILL_10_0_HOLES in the Name field.
 In the Drilling dashboard, select No tool from the Edit Tool drop-down menu, and click Complete
Feature .
3. Click Edit .
Figure 8
1. In the Drilling dashboard, click Tool Manager .

 Select the 10_0_DRILL tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Figure 9
1. Click Edit .
 In the Drilling dashboard, select the Parameterstab.
Figure 10
4. Notice that the status column in the process table indicates missing holesets, as shown.
 Click Edit .
 In the Drilling dashboard, select the Referencestab.
 Click Details.
 Press CTRL and select the four 10 millimeter holes on the model, as shown.
Figure 11
 In the Holes dialog box, select the Depth tab. Notice that the End Depth is configured to Auto, and
Measure is configured to By shoulder, as shown.
Figure 12
5. You do not have to change these depth settings.

 Click Play .
 Notice that the selected holes are drilled.
 Click Close when finished.

Figure 13
6. Notice that your holes may be drilled in different order.
1. Task 3. Create a standard drilling step to drill the 30 millimeter diameter hole in the
plate model.
1. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, ensure the DRILL_10_0_HOLES row is selected, as
shown.
Figure 14
2. In the Manufacturing Process Table, click Insert > Step> Drilling step.
 Type DRILL_30_0_HOLE in the Name field.
 In the dashboard, select No tool from the Edit Tool drop-down menu, and click Complete
Feature .
3. Edit the standard drilling step.
 Click Edit .
Figure 15
1. Configure the tool.
 In the Drilling dashboard, click Tool Manager .

 Select the 30_0_DRILL tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Figure 16
1. Click Edit .
 In the dashboard, select the Parameters tab. .
Figure 17
4. Notice that the status column in the process table indicates missing holesets, as shown.
1. Configure the hole for machining.
 Click Edit .
 In the dashboard, select the References tab.
 Click Details.
 Select the 30 millimeter hole on the model, as shown.
Figure 18
 Select the Depth tab and click Through All from the End drop-down list.
3. Review the operation toolpath.

 If necessary, click the CL Data bar to make the CL data visible.
 Click Play .
 Notice that the selected hole is drilled, as shown.
 Notice that the BREAKOUT_DISTANCE is added to the hole depth in the CYCLE/DRILL statement
in the CL data.
 Click Close when finished.
Figure 19
Figure 20
1. Task 4. Create a countersink drilling step to countersink the four blind holes in the
plate model.
1. In the Manufacturing Process Table dialog box, ensure that the DRILL_30_0_HOLE row is selected, as
shown.
Figure 21
2. In the Manufacturing Process Table, click Insert > Step> Drilling step.
 Type COUNTERSINK_10_0_HOLES in the Name field.
 Select COUNTERSINK from the Type drop-down list.
 In the Countersinking dashboard, select No toolfrom the Edit Tool drop-down menu, and
clickCompleteFeature .
3. Click Edit .
Figure 22
Notice that the status column indicates a missing tool for the drilling step.
 Configure the tool.
 In the Countersinking dashboard, click Tool Manager .

 Select the CSINK_18_0 tool, and then right-click and select Select tool and return.
Figure 23
Notice that the status column indicates missing parameters for the drilling step, as shown.
 Click Edit .
 In the Countersinking dashboard, select theParameters tab. .
Figure 24
Notice that the status column in the process table indicates missing holesets, as shown.
 Configure the holes for machining.
 Click Edit .
 In the Countersinking dashboard, select theReferences tab.
 Click Details.
 Press CTRL and select the four 10 millimeter holes on the model, as shown.
Figure 25
 Configure the hole start surface and depth.
 Select the Depth tab.

 Select the top surface of the model as theStart surface, as shown.
 Edit the Countersink Diameter value to 18and press ENTER.
Figure 26
Figure 27
 Click Play .
 Notice that the selected holes are countersink drilled, as shown.
 Notice the countersink diameter is included in the CYCLE/CSINK statement in the CL data.
Figure 28
Figure 29
 Apply changes to the manufacturing model.
Figure 30
Notice that four NC sequences are added to the model tree listing, as shown.
 Save the manufacturing model and erase all objects from memory.

 Click OK.
Procedure: Creating and Post-Processing CL Data

Files
Milling\Post_Process
POST.ASM
1. Task 1. Create a CL data file and MCD file for operation op010.
2. Load a configuration file to specify the location of the post-processor.

 Click the Configuration Editor and select Import configuration file from the Import/Export drop-
down menu.
 Click Working Directory .
 Select CONFIG.PRO and click Open.
 Click OK.
 Click No in the PTC Creo Parametric Options dialog box.
3. Display a CL data file.
 In the model tree, select operation OP010 ,and then right-click and select Play Path .
 If necessary, click the CL data bar to make the CL data visible.
 Click Play .
 Observe the toolpath and corresponding CL data file, as shown.
Figure 1
Figure 2
4. Create a CL data file for the operation.
 In the Play Path dialog box, click File > Save As MCD.
 Select the Save CL File also check box.
 Select the Verbose and Trace check boxes.
 Click Output.
 Click OK to create a CL data file named op010.ncl.
5. Create an MCD file for the operation.
 From the menu manager, click UNCX01.P99 to select the post-processor.
 When prompted, type 1001 for the program number, and press ENTER.
 Click Close in the information window.
6. View the contents of the browser.
 Click the Show Browser icon from the Status toolbar, and in the browser window right-click and
select Refresh.
 Notice that the listing for the working directory contains op010.ncl, and op010.tap, as shown.
 Click Close to close the browser.
Figure 3
2. You have created a CL data file named op010.ncl and an MCD file named op010.tap.
1. Task 2. Create a CL data file and MCD file for the drilling sequences only.
1. Create a CL data file for a set of sequences.
 In the ribbon, select Save CL File for a Set from the Save a CL File types drop-down menu in the
Output group.
 Click Create from the menu manager.
 Type Drill_Only for the name, and press ENTER.
 Select the CSINK_HOLES and 10_0_HOLES check boxes.
 Click Done Sel.

 Click Drill_Only.
 Click File.
 Select the MCD File check box, and click Done.
 In the Save a Copy dialog box, click OK to create a CL data file named drill_only.ncl.
2. Create an MCD file for a set of sequences.
 Click Done from the menu manager.

 Click UNCX01.P99 to select the post-processor.
 When prompted, type 1002 for the program number, and press ENTER.
 Click Done Output.
 Click Close in the information window.
3. View the contents of the browser.
 Click the Show Browser icon from the Status toolbar, and in the browser window right-click and
select Refresh.
 Notice that the listing for the working directory contains drill_only.ncl and drill_only.tap, as shown.
 Click Close to close the browser.
Figure 4
2. You have now created a CL data file named drill_only.ncl and an MCD file named drill_only.tap.

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Procedure: Configuring Operations

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1. Task 2. Assemble a fixture.

 Enable Plane Tag Display.

 Select datum plane NC_ASM_TOP.

 Select the top surface of FADAL_BED.PRT, as shown.

 Select datum plane NC_ASM_FRONT.

 Select the front surface of FADAL_BED.PRT, as shown.

 Select datum plane NC_ASM_RIGHT.

 Select the hidden left surface of FADAL_BED.PRT, as shown.

 Select the MACHINE_CSYS from the fixture model.

2. Select the Clearance tab.

 Type 150 and press ENTER for the Value.

4. Click Complete Feature in the Operati

Exercise: Configuring a Milling Operation

 Create manufacturing operations.

 Select an existing Work Center when configuring machine tools.

 Create coordinate systems when specifying machine zero positions.

 Specify retract planes.

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1. Task 1. Create an operation and configure a machine tool.

 Click Add Fixture .

 Select the Model tab in the ribbon.

 In the Coordinate System dialog box, click theOrientation tab.

 Click OK in the Coordinate System dialog box.

 Click Save from the Quick Access toolbar.

Procedure: Using Reference Models

1. Task 1. Assemble the reference model.

 Select datum plane NC_ASM_TOP in the model tree.

 If necessary, expand the CASTING.PRT feature list in the model tree.

 Select datum plane TOP on CASTING.PRT in the model tree.

 Select datum plane NC_ASM_FRONT in the model tree.

 Select datum plane FRONT on CASTING.PRT in the model tree.

 Select datum plane NC_ASM_RIGHT in the model tree.

 Select datum plane RIGHT on CASTING.PRT in the model tree.

Exercise: Different Methods for Assembling

 Assemble reference models using the Merge by Reference option.

 Assemble reference models using the Inherited option.

După finalizarea cu succes acest exercițiu, veți fi capabil să:

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1. Task 1. Assemble the mold cavity reference model.

 Select the front surface on MOLD_CAVITY.PRT.

 Select the front surface on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.

 If necessary, edit the offset value to 0.

 Select the hidden underside surface on MOLD_CAVITY.PRT.

 Select the top surface on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.

 Edit the offset value to 0.

 Select the right surface on MOLD_CAVITY.PRT.

 Select the right surface on X-AXIS-TABLE.PRT, as shown.

 Edit the offset value to –300.

 Select the EXTERNAL MERGE feature in the model tree.

 Notice the feature highlights in the MOLD_CAVITY_REF.PRT model.

8. Click Regenerate from the Quick Access toolbar.

 Click Save from the Quick Access toolbar.

 Select datum coordinate system OP010 on the cover model.

 Expand the EXTERNAL INHERITANCE feature in the model tree.

 In the model tree, select feature HOLE 1.

 Right-click and select Suppress .