3X Constant Scallop

The 3-axis constant scallop is a new, multi-threaded cycle designed for equidistant finishing, delivering incredibly fast computing times and highly efficient machining results. Specifically intended for relatively regular-shaped parts, it generates tool paths parallel to a reference curve—which can be the machining area itself—throughout the entire operation. The cycle offers precise control, allowing you to define the specific order of passes and the offset direction as left, right, or both.

These new cycles identifiable by the blue 3x badge are part of an optional package for 3-axis milling.

Key Points

Superior Efficiency: Uses multi-threading for incredibly fast computation and optimized tool path execution.
Total Tool Control: Offers flexible settings for offset directions, pass orders, and safety parameters.
Uniform Surface Quality: Guarantees an even and consistent tool path distribution across the geometry.

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Strategy Parameters

Dialog Area	Parameters
Toolpath Strategy	Machining direction	Inversion of path
	Undercut Machining	Edge Rolling
	Radii on contour	Step for strong Slope
	Offset direction	Order of passes
	Flat face rework
Limitation of Machining	Limitation Area	Calculate drive profile
Stepover Calculation	Stepover (Tool ratio)	Stepover value (Ae)
Stepover Calculation	XY Scallop
Allowances	XY Stock allowance	Z Stock allowance
Allowances	Normal stock allowance

Movement Parameters

Dialog Area	Parameters
Safety	Rapid plane alt.	Safety distance
Safety	Safety on Tool	Tool Control
Approach and return in Z	Transition between levels	Transition between passes
Type of Lead in in Material	Pass overlap	Lead in/Lead out
	Lead in length	Lead out length
	Lead in arc radius	Lead out arc radius
	Lead in radius angle	Lead out radius angle

Technology Parameters

Dialog Area	Parameters
Cutting Conditions	Quality	Cutting Speed
	Feedrate/tooth	Spindle direction
	Spindle speed	Feedrate
	Sp. speed range	Plunge feed
	Specific coolant	Coolant number
Tool Numbering	Tool number	Specific Number
Tool Numbering	Length compensation number	Diameter compens. Nb
Users Fields	Comment	Control Device
Users Fields	Milling Set

Options Parameters

Dialog Area	Parameters
Behaviour on the clamps and components	Gouge Check	Offset XY
Behaviour on the clamps and components	Safety area	Offset Z
Curves Computing	Curve tolerance	Curve segmentation