Open pocket machining

[Steven969]

New to forum and Mastercam I was wondering how I would go about the pocketing toolpath when I have 2 open sides or 3 open sides? Also Can I change the color of the fuction buttons in my toolbar when I select them ? Right now they just turn a deeper gray when I select or lock on them. Kinda tough to see. Any help is appreciated.

[#Rekd™]

Hi Steven,

 

Look at this video and see if it helps.

 

[Jayson Kramer]

You will not beable to change the button definitions I am sorry to say.As for open pocket you need a min of two lines. Example two lines in a V sahpe were there is single opening and the V shape open enough to let the tool enter between.

If you have 3side open then I see this as a contour as you have a single edge. do you have any samples to share of what you are running into.

[Steven969]

Thanks for the input, I don't have any samples of what I'm doing. Basically trying to make things work for what we need right now. I just went to training last week. I'll try the things that you have suggested. Thanks.