2-axis Rapid

A Rapid feature is used to rapid along the length of a curve to the start point of the next feature. You can use Rapid features to quickly move around a part using curves to avoid possible collision with fixtures.

FeatureCAM programs a Rapid in a similar way to a Side feature. The wizard pages are similar, but fewer options are needed.

To create a 2-axis Rapid feature:

1. Create the curve that defines the shape of the feature.
2. Click the Features step in the Steps panel to open the New Feature wizard.In the 2 Axis section, select Rapid, then click Next to open the New Feature - Curves page. Select the curve(s) for the feature.
3. Click Next to open the New Feature - Machining Direction page.
4. Click Next to open the New Feature - Location page.
5. Click Next to open the New Feature - Dimensions page.
6. Click Next to open the New Feature - Operations page.
7. Click Next to open the New Feature - Cutting Data page.
8. Click Next to open the New Feature - Summary page.
9. Click Finish to create the feature and exit the wizard or click Back to return to previous pages.

Note: You can edit the feature later.