Calculating the estimated machining time

You can amend the machining parameters to estimate the actual machining time for a job.

To calculate the estimated machining time of a toolpath:

1. In the Toolpath Operations area of the Toolpaths panel, click the Toolpath Summary button. This displays the Toolpath Summary Information dialog.
2. In the Rapid Rate box, specify the rapid rate of your CNC machine.
   Note: You should confirm the maximum rapid rate of your CNC machine by consulting the manufacturer's manual. If the manual contains no reference to the maximum rapid rate, use the maximum feed rate value instead.
3. Select the unit of speed used on your CNC machine from the list.
4. In the Time Scale Factor box, enter the time scale factor that you want to apply to the machining process. The default time scale factor is 4. You should experiment with finding the appropriate value for your machining.
5. Click Calculate.
6. Click Close to close the Toolpath Summary Information dialog.