Strategy
Cycle: Contouring
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Definition
It is the option of strategy of machining in case of selection of multiple contours. Multiple possibilities are given:
![]() | By Profiles
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![]() | By Z levels
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![]() | By XY Area
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Cycle: Mouse Facing, Text Marking
By AreaThe machining cycle is carried out by Z levels within a group of linear toolpaths. Each group is machined entirely before the tool moves to the next one. The transition between groups is performed through rapid toolpaths, which allow the tool to travel without material removal before resuming the machining cycle in the following area. |
By PassesThe machining cycle is performed by Z levels in a layer-by-layer manner across the entire workpiece. The tool completes all operations at one Z level before proceeding to the next, following a sequential path composed of linear toolpaths and rapid toolpaths to navigate between machining positions. |




