Volume Milling: Entry Mode

Drilling

In this exercise, we'll examine the mode of entry to the start point of the toolpath.

1. Open the Entry Mode.elt file.
   

2. Click NavigatorNavigator to explore the procedure.

   Tips

   • The part includes a Rough procedure.
   • The part is an open cavity, which means that the tool must not plunge in order to machine it.
   • The part is machined in 8 layers, from inside-out.

   Using a different machining strategy, such as outside-in or stock spiral, the results of this tutorial will differ.

3. Edit the Rough Spiral procedure and observe that the Entry Mode is set to Drilling (Plunge Only-a Ramp Angle of 90 degrees).
   

   Using this option, the entry movements are performed using drilling (plunging) motions.