Wire EDM example part 5: Simulating the wire EDM toolpath

Now you have created the features, FeatureCAM automatically:

• Selects the most appropriate tools and operations;
• Recommends machining strategies;
• Calculates speeds and feeds;
• Generates toolpaths and creates the NC code.

To view the simulated toolpath:

1. Click Home tab > Simulation panel > Sim mode menu > 2D to change the simulation type.
2. Center the Simulation Speed slider to specify the simulation rate.
3. Click Play to Next Operation to see the retract operation.
   Note: To slow down the simulation, drag the Simulation Speed slider to the left.

   

4. Click the Play to Next Operation button again to see the cutoff operation.

   

5. Click the Play to Next Operation button again to see the final contour operation.

   

6. Click Stop to end the simulation.