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Avoid collisions using the steep and shallow multi-axis options.
Type:
Tutorial
Length:
3 min.
Tutorial resources
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Transcript
00:03
To achieve high-quality surface finishes when machining, you need optimum cutting conditions.
00:09
Parameters such as tool length play a crucial role in this process.
00:14
However, maintaining an optimum tool length during the machining process can pose challenges.
00:20
This is due to potential interference issues between the part and tool geometries.
00:26
Here is where a 5-axis machine tool comes in handy.
00:30
It can overcome these issues by using the rotary axis to move the tool into a safe position during machining.
00:37
Fusion assists with this process by providing a range of tool axis definition options.
00:43
This simplifies the process and leads you to quicker success.
00:47
A tool axis can be automatically defined to resolve potential interference issues.
00:53
This can be done using the Collision Avoidance option on a part like a form die, where different tool axis angles and regions may be needed.
01:02
The Steep and Shallow toolpath uses a vertical tool axis.
01:06
In some areas, the tool has the clearance needed to safely machine the part detail.
01:12
However, in other areas, due to the tool length, a collision with the holder and the part may occur.
01:19
This can be resolved by enabling Fusion to automatically define the safe tool access during the toolpath calculation.
01:26
Investigate the next toolpath by looking at the tool settings.
01:31
Shaft & Holder is selected, and the desired safety clearance values have been input for both the shaft of the tool and its holder.
01:40
These are the minimum distances you want the tool assembly to remain away from the part geometry.
01:46
Next, on the Multi-Axis tab, the Tool Axis Primary Mode is set to Vertical.
01:51
This will be the initial tool axis.
01:54
Collision Avoidance has been turned on with an Avoidance Mode of Automatic selected.
02:00
During the toolpath calculation,
02:02
a vertical tool axis will be used until the tool reaches an area where the safety clearance values cannot be maintained.
02:09
At this point, Fusion will define a new safe tool axis.
02:14
This will be held until either a new interference occurs, or the toolpath is completed.
02:20
By simulating this toolpath, you can see that the tool starts in a vertical orientation.
02:26
But as it nears a potential collision area, the tool axis is adjusted in a smooth and controlled way to maintain part tool safety.
02:34
Fusion offers a proven, easy-to-use library of defined methods for tool axis control.
02:41
This enables you to simply and safely program the rotary axis of your 5-axis machine,
02:46
thereby increasing your manufacturing success and productivity.
Video transcript
00:03
To achieve high-quality surface finishes when machining, you need optimum cutting conditions.
00:09
Parameters such as tool length play a crucial role in this process.
00:14
However, maintaining an optimum tool length during the machining process can pose challenges.
00:20
This is due to potential interference issues between the part and tool geometries.
00:26
Here is where a 5-axis machine tool comes in handy.
00:30
It can overcome these issues by using the rotary axis to move the tool into a safe position during machining.
00:37
Fusion assists with this process by providing a range of tool axis definition options.
00:43
This simplifies the process and leads you to quicker success.
00:47
A tool axis can be automatically defined to resolve potential interference issues.
00:53
This can be done using the Collision Avoidance option on a part like a form die, where different tool axis angles and regions may be needed.
01:02
The Steep and Shallow toolpath uses a vertical tool axis.
01:06
In some areas, the tool has the clearance needed to safely machine the part detail.
01:12
However, in other areas, due to the tool length, a collision with the holder and the part may occur.
01:19
This can be resolved by enabling Fusion to automatically define the safe tool access during the toolpath calculation.
01:26
Investigate the next toolpath by looking at the tool settings.
01:31
Shaft & Holder is selected, and the desired safety clearance values have been input for both the shaft of the tool and its holder.
01:40
These are the minimum distances you want the tool assembly to remain away from the part geometry.
01:46
Next, on the Multi-Axis tab, the Tool Axis Primary Mode is set to Vertical.
01:51
This will be the initial tool axis.
01:54
Collision Avoidance has been turned on with an Avoidance Mode of Automatic selected.
02:00
During the toolpath calculation,
02:02
a vertical tool axis will be used until the tool reaches an area where the safety clearance values cannot be maintained.
02:09
At this point, Fusion will define a new safe tool axis.
02:14
This will be held until either a new interference occurs, or the toolpath is completed.
02:20
By simulating this toolpath, you can see that the tool starts in a vertical orientation.
02:26
But as it nears a potential collision area, the tool axis is adjusted in a smooth and controlled way to maintain part tool safety.
02:34
Fusion offers a proven, easy-to-use library of defined methods for tool axis control.
02:41
This enables you to simply and safely program the rotary axis of your 5-axis machine,
02:46
thereby increasing your manufacturing success and productivity.
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