connecting/chaining surface toolpath

[kkominiarek]

Is there a way to connect surface toolpath. On certain parts that I machine the the toolpath seems to jump up and down alot. What can I do to prevent this or produce smoother toolpath.

 

I looked at toolpath editor......but that seems

pretty much for points or removing passes.

 

Any help or hints will be appreciated.

[cadcam]

What are the surface like or should I ask what type of path are you running on them.

 

There can be many resins.

Are you using a level 3 of MC?

[tm311]

When i hear jumping around,and surface toolpaths,

the first thing that comes to mind is how your gap

settings are set.I think if you play around with theese a little you will see a difference.

[cadcam]

Really the best thing you can do is give us a example on the FTP.

I know i will be able to answer from the file that is giveing you trouble.

[Phil Orenstein]

Hope I'm not too late on this reply. Tony's answer is correct I think, it's not a chining issue. Your gap tolerance settings I presume is the best answer to the manner in which you phrazed your question. Set the gap size to a larger vallue in "% of stepover" or "distance" so the toolpath won't retract so much.

 

Phil Orenstein

[cadcam]

Well, I would have to say, that is one of the issues that arises.

Along with UV troubles how it was created are the surfaces water tight no gaps as per say.

 

This why I asked to see the file, to see if it was just what you guys are saying or another issue.

 

I hope all of this gives kkominiarek a few thoughts to work with.

[kkominiarek]

Thanks for the advice....I'll try the gap adjustment over the next couple of days. I'll let you know how it worked out.

[tm311]

Hey Jay,

I know where you were going w/your answer,and it

was probably the right way,Im sure gap settings

was the first thing to come to mind.I figured i'd

throw gap settings out there seeing its a good

thing to keep in mind when having such problems

while surfacing.I usually use the distance setting

rather than % of dia.,seem to have better luck.If

your tool still jumps around,dont be afraid to increase your # to eliminate the movements,as long as you have the clearence to do so.

[cadcam]

Good thoughts tony and the first place to start is to follow you.

Then start looking at othere things.

[kkominiarek]

Adjusting the gap setting did the trick. Thanks for the tip.