Lathe Programming
When using CAD CAM, the Compensation cutting strategy follows the final profile’s shape throughout the roughing process, unlike cycles’ linear movements. This strategy offers several cutting advantages, including:
- Tool remains in constant contact with material, enhancing tool life and roughing quality.
- Reduced retractions as machine follows workpiece shape.
- Toolpath adjusts to material shape, eliminating cutting in air, especially for special materials or repairing existing parts.
- Decreased cutting time due to fewer rapid movements.
- Zigzag compensation path with neutral or circular tool follows final piece shape, minimizing retractions.
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Why use BobCAD-CAM for Lathe?
Lathe Cutting Pattern
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Maximize efficiency with BobCAD-CAM’s smart cycle programming, streamlining linear cuts and material removal.
Achieve precise results faster – reimagine lathe projects with our innovative solution.
Lathe Offset Cutting Patterns
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Discover the power of CAD/CAM’s Offset cutting strategy with BobCAD-CAM.
Move beyond linear movements and let your tool intelligently follow the final profile shape for optimized roughing processes.
Simulation and Collision Checking
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Boost efficiency and safety with BobCAD-CAM’s Collision Checking.
Maximize productivity with our templates and Offset feature, reducing programming time for routine parts. This saves time, resources, and costs, leading to improved overall quality.