Updated Software Converts Three Axis Tool Paths to Five Axis

Chris Calderone stresses that far from being limited to 2 1/2-D pocketing, these tool paths can be applied in virtually any machining situation (see "Editor's Picks" in the upper right of this screen for a link to a video demonstrating an iMachining tool path applied on a mill-turn Shoulder Milling Inserts application). The morphing spiral approach is also equally CNMG Insert effective in roughing, semi-finishing and finishing operations. However, iMachining’s greatest benefit is the time and cost savings of applying that strategy in a way that meets specific goals particular to specific applications, Mr. Calderone says. “Yes, there is a tool path at the heart of it, but the big difference with iMachining is that it just works, regardless of what the variables are,” he concludes.  

The Cemented Carbide Blog: CNC Carbide Inserts

Chris Calderone stresses that far from being limited to 2 1/2-D pocketing, these tool paths can be applied in virtually any machining situation (see "Editor's Picks" in the upper right of this screen for a link to a video demonstrating an iMachining tool path applied on a mill-turn Shoulder Milling Inserts application). The morphing spiral approach is also equally CNMG Insert effective in roughing, semi-finishing and finishing operations. However, iMachining’s greatest benefit is the time and cost savings of applying that strategy in a way that meets specific goals particular to specific applications, Mr. Calderone says. “Yes, there is a tool path at the heart of it, but the big difference with iMachining is that it just works, regardless of what the variables are,” he concludes.  

The Cemented Carbide Blog: CNC Carbide Inserts