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This gives us one setup that contains the toolpaths for the 3 “even” WCS.

We currently use HSMWorks to program one setup of the part at G54 and then use the software to "copy" the toolpaths for WCS G56 and G58. The CAM program for the front (even) WCS are just copies of the G54 part, while the back (odd) WCS are essentially rotated with the signed movements of X & Y flipped. We currently setup the dual-station vises with the “front” location of each of the three vises as “even” (WCS G54, G56, and G58) and we designate the “back” locations as “odd” (WCS G55, G57 and G59). I am trying to figure out the workflow for setting up a simple part at WCS G54 (with all required toolpaths) and then copying / transforming / translating / rotating the setup to allow machining the same part in 3 dual-station vises (6 parts total). The top centre of the stock will be our work offset.I am seeking some help with SolidWorks Cam / Camworks. We will use a profile sketch of the part for the stock as it is provided as a blank. In this exercise, we will machine the top of the part below.

Learn more about 3D contouring toolpaths available in CAMWorks. This cycle can be used for finishing where excess material has already been cleared and supports single or multiple depths of cut. If a face/surface has even a small gradient, toolpath will not be generated. Toolpaths are only generated on completely flat areas.

Flat Area: The Flat Area cycle uses a pocket out pattern to remove material from feature faces that are flat and parallel to the XY machining plane.

Cutting starts from the highest location of the model and works downward. The cuts follow the contour of the feature at decreasing Z levels based on the Surface Finish specified.

Z-Level: The Z-Level cycle is a finish contouring cycle that removes material by making a series of horizontal, planar cuts.

Depths of cut can be constant or variable. This cycle removes the material between the stock or contain area and the selected feature at decreasing Z depth levels by making a series of parallel cuts across the stock, or by pocketing out toward the stock.

Area Clearance: Area Clearance is the 3-axis roughing operation.

Machine time can be a different story in these cases: For milling complex multi-surface features, SOLIDWORKS CAM is equipped with three tool paths to quickly and easily program most challenges.