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  1. #1
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    setting 4th axis tilted for clearance

    I need to tilt my 4th axis for clearance so that i can get closer to a flange I have ball end mill work on a cone

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    i need to be able to tilt the 4th in Camworks so i have clearance any one able to point me in the right direction

    its almost like having a 5th axis that is locked to a certain degree

    I just need a little guidance

    thanks

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    Re: setting 4th axis tilted for clearance

    You'll need to draw a plane at the desired angle and create a coordinate system and new operation on that same plane to use.

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    Re: setting 4th axis tilted for clearance

    I kind of thought that was the way to go..so I am pursing that technique

    thanks for the guidance

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    Re: setting 4th axis tilted for clearance

    If you need some further assistance let me know, I can give you my email if you want to send some files and I can try an guide you in the right direction.

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    Re: setting 4th axis tilted for clearance

    thank you I got it to program as I think it should will be running a test part soon

    thanks again

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