5X Swarf on dual profiles

This 5 Axis Swarf operation is applied on 2 profiles.

Reminder about SWARF milling: click here!

Key Points

You can select either wireframe elements or solid edges.
First selection is the top profile, then select the bottom profile.
Ability to define a toolpath offset.

▶️ You can watch a video on 5X Swarf:

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Strategy Parameters

Dialog Area	Parameters
Toolpath Strategy	Toolpath offset
Allowances	Z Stock allowance	Normal Stock allowance

Movement Parameters

Dialog Area	Parameters
Z Approach and Retract	Rapid plane alt.	Safety distance
XY Approach and Retract	Lead in length	Lead out length
XY Approach and Retract	Lead in Strategy	Lead out Strategy

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