Starting Point for Pocket Entry?

[Bill H]

I'm trying to machine a square pocket using a Pocket toolpath with Parallel Spiral roughing and a helix as the entry motion.  How can I control the position of the helix?  I'd like it to be at the center of the pocket, but it always comes out near an edge.  I'm running Mastercam 2017.

[Justin Beebe at Folsom Tool]

Bill

Create a point in the center of your pocket.  Chain the point first using the point chaining option then chain your pocket.  When you choose helix as your entry motion type there is an option to center on entry point.  Check that box and you should be good to go.

[Bill H]

Thank you!