Simultaneous 5-Axis Milling
Benefit from the most tested and proven 5-Axis machining tool paths in the industry, with a user-friendly interface, collision checking and the most advanced control over all aspects of the tool path:
Wide variety of Simultaneous 5X cutting strategies
Flow line cutting produces a toolpath that follows the natural shape of the component
Multi-surface finish machining keeps the tool normal to the surface (or with specified lead and lag) to provide a smooth surface finish
Advanced tool tilting control and direct control on side tilting and lead/lag angles
Automatic collision avoidance strategies that check each part of both the tool and holder
Multi-axis rest roughing efficiently removes the remaining material of the larger cutter diameter used previously
Realistic full 3D machine simulation with comprehensive collision and axis limits checking
Brand
SolidCAM
Function
CAM solution
With SWARF machining, the tool is being tilted over to cut with its lateral surface. SWARF cutting utilizes the complete cutting length of the tool, resulting in better surface quality and shorter machining time.
The Contour 5-Axis machining strategy tilts the tool along a chained 3D profile drive curve, while aligning the tool axis according to defined tilt lines. Ideal for generating 5-axis toolpaths for deburring and trimming.
The Multi-blade machining operation easily handles impellers and bladed disks, with multiple strategies to efficiently rough and finish each part of these complex shapes, which are being used in many industries.
The Multi-Axis Drilling operation uses SolidCAM’s automatic hole recognition and then performs drilling, tapping or boring cycles, at any hole direction, easily and quickly. All the advanced linking, tilting and collision avoidance strategies are available in this operation.
With this 5X operation you can machine intake and exhaust ducts as well as inlets or outlets of pumps, in castings or steel blocks with tapered lollipop tools. Roughing and finishing operations can be quickly and easily defined and reliably simulated with complete collision control of the entire tool and holder.
The Convert HSM to Sim. 5-Axis milling operation converts HSM 3D toolpaths to full 5-Axis collision-protected toolpaths. This will maintain optimum contact point between the tool and the part and enables the use of shorter tools for more stability and rigidity.
This operation generates 4-Axis rotary roughing and finishing tool path for screws using bull nose, ball nose or flat end mills.
