What’s New?
Faster programming and more efficient machining with the best possible surface finish.
A number of enhancements have been made to PowerMILL 2012:Flowline Machining
Flowline machining is a new toolpath strategy to machine a region of multiple
surfaces, independent of surface parameterisation. Benefits:•t
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Multiple surfaces can be machined
Improved machining of undercuts
Precise control over flow direction using intermediate curves
Angular Point Separation
The Angular Point Separation control enables the user to specify the maximum
angle that the tool axis can move between points, working in conjunction with the
maximum separation distance control. Benefits:•t
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Ideal for rapid angular changes over a small distance
Improves surface finish for superior part quality
Smoother machine tool motion reduces tool wear
Parametric Spiral Finishing
Parametric Spiral Finishing is a new toolpath strategy that creates a spiral toolpath
flowing from a pattern to check surfaces. Benefits:•t
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Can work on triangle and surface models
Enables undercuts to be machined to a user defined maximum angle
Provides automatic tool axis control
GUI Improvements
PowerMILL 2012 now integrates the following forms into the toolpath strategy
form:
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Block
Tool
Tool Axis
Leads and links
This unites all forms that are used to create a toolpath within a single form.
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