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    I need some suggestions on workflow.

    I am designing a linear piece which needs to have a specific machining done at each end.
    The pattern is described with several vectors and path and it used 5-6 operations to be cut.

    The center part is custom and changes from project to project.
    What is the best way to implement a workflow so that I do not have to redraw the vectors and recreate the tool paths for every part ?

    Here is a visual, thank you !!


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    Create the vectors and toolpaths for the parts that stay the same, and save that and use it as a template.
    Or, just save the vectors and learn how to setup and use Toolpath Templates, which can fully automate the creation of toolpaths.
    Gerry

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    Quote Originally Posted by ger21 View Post
    Create the vectors and toolpaths for the parts that stay the same, and save that and use it as a template.
    Or, just save the vectors and learn how to setup and use Toolpath Templates, which can fully automate the creation of toolpaths.
    Hi, I looked into toolpath templates, but it seems that your first suggestion would work also.
    Maybe it is a combination. I was hoping that I could create one of the side pieces with their respective toolpaths and save it somewhere, and then load it into any working document. I am thinking of autocad blocks if you will.

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    Think of it more like an AutoCAD template drawing. You start with the template and add to it. You're thinking the other way around.
    Your way will work, though, if you save the vectors, and import them into your drawing, then use toolpath templates on them.
    Gerry

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    Mach3 2010 Screenset
    http://www.thecncwoodworker.com/2010.html

    JointCAM - CNC Dovetails & Box Joints
    http://www.g-forcecnc.com/jointcam.html

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    Quote Originally Posted by ger21 View Post
    Think of it more like an AutoCAD template drawing. You start with the template and add to it. You're thinking the other way around.
    Your way will work, though, if you save the vectors, and import them into your drawing, then use toolpath templates on them.
    I also though of that. As side note, i like aspire, but it ks true that it is the of most basic of their offerings ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Profoxcg View Post
    ..................As side note, i like aspire, but it ks true that it is the of most basic of their offerings ?
    I don't understand what you mean?? Aspire is Vectric's top package.
    Gerry

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    Mach3 2010 Screenset
    http://www.thecncwoodworker.com/2010.html

    JointCAM - CNC Dovetails & Box Joints
    http://www.g-forcecnc.com/jointcam.html

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    oh okay, so then i read wrong. i though cut 3d was.
    i am surprised there isnt a way to nest sub operations.

    do you use aspire for your stuff ?

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