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  1. 03-21-2009, 07:29 AM #1
    Jedi
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    Machine numbers on cylinder 3 axis?

    I have a 4.5 dia tubing and i need to put a couple of numbers .5"
    around the cylinder. How do i create letters on an arc with out doing it in solids. We only have 3 axis, and we are using a small bull nose so there should be only minor perpendicular error. Thanks
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  2. 03-21-2009, 10:12 AM #2
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  3. 03-21-2009, 04:07 PM #3
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    This might be what you are wanting to do.As you will see the letters are made flat.
    http://www.mastercam-cadcam.com/vide...4thengrave.wmv
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  4. 03-22-2009, 03:27 AM #4
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    I dont know if your using X of V9, but this is something you might want to consider.

    http://www.tipsforcadcam.com/product/TFM-CDRotaryX

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  5. 03-22-2009, 03:32 AM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mike Mattera View Post
    I dont know if your using X of V9, but this is something you might want to consider.

    http://www.tipsforcadcam.com/product/TFM-CDRotaryX

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    Mike, he's only got 3-axis, so selling him instructions on how to run a 4th is .....
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