use entry/exit on point no workie?

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Greetings all,

 

Using X5MU1. I want to cut two undercuts with a small slot mill, and drop the tool in the center of the part for clearance. The geometry I have picked is the center of an arc at the top of stock, and the two arcs that I want to mill. I have incremental depth selected. I also have "use entry/exit point" selected in the lead in/out dialogue. When I confirm my settings, the top chain ignores the entry point, but the bottom one uses it. What gives?

[Sbarner]

Got it. I had to have a point for EACH depth. Seriously?

[left coast lefty]

What toolpath are you talking about? I have found it is usually better to create a point than to use the arc center.

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This is the 2D contour. I didn't try using a dedicated point...I'll try that next time.