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All toolpath operations are now accessed using the Toolpath tab in the Assistant window.
This tab manages all toolpath operations within ArtCAM Pro 5.5. It is divided into 3 logical sections. Toolpath List This area at the top of the page displays the calculated toolpaths and any toolpath templates which are loaded. Double Clicking on a toolpath will enter edit mode where you can edit parameters, tool choices etc. and recalculate the toolpath. Toolpath Commands This area in the centre of the page contains all the commands which can be used to create, edit, save and simulate toolpaths. The commands are arranged in logical groupings such as '2D Toolpaths' and 3D 'Toolpaths'. Toolpath Summary The bottom section of the page displays information about the currently selected toolpath. If a single toolpath is selected theis section will display the feed rate, tool number safe z etc. for the toolpath and will also allow these parameters to be changed without recalculating the toolpath. |
Uncalculated toolpaths can now be stored as templates. This allows frequently used toolpath types and parameters to defined once, saved to disk, and then reused time and time again. Alternatively, all the toolpaths for a project can be defined and then calculated in one go, using the Batch Calculate Toolpaths tool.
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To create a template, define the toolpath as normal then simply click the Later button instead of Calculate Now. On returning to to the toolpath management page the toolpath template will be displayed in red. This template can be edited at any time by double clicking it. |
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To calculate a template, select it then press the ![]() |
To calculate a set of templates in one go, use the button.
This will open the Batch Calculate Toolpaths Dialog.
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Tick the toolpath templates that you wish to calculate and then press the Calculate button. The progress of the calculation process is reported in the Status window, as are any problems encountered. Note that the batch calculation process will continue even if a particular template cannot be calculated. A summary of the process, including any problems, is provided on completion. |
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