Constant Z Machining with Path Curve

When a Pocket curve is placed around the surface, the resulting tool path is correct. This is because the pocket boundaries generated by the surface cross-section are no longer seen as separate outer pocket boundaries, but as islands.

 

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A typical example part that uses a path curve representing the outer boundary in which Constant Z roughing operation of the core model is applied.