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Boring Operations, 4 Axis
This method is used to bore a hole into the part. The 4 axis Bore operation is invoked by selecting the Program tab, clicking on the Holes button in the Machining Browser and selecting the 4 Axis Bore operation.
 Hole Making, 4 Axis Bore Menu Item |
The toolpath generated depends on your defined parameters. The various parameters that you can set can be seen in the dialog box that is invoked when you choose the Bore operation. This dialog box is shown below.  Dialog Box: Cut Parameters tab, Boring, 2½ & 4 Axis |
The bore types supported are: Drag Bore The tool is fed to defined depth at the controlled feed rate; the spindle is stopped and then a rapid retract is performed.
No Drag Bore The tool is fed to the specified depth at the controlled feed rate. It is then stopped to orient the spindle, moved away from the side of the hole and finally retracted. Tool Orientation is supported. See Optional Parameters listed below. Manual Bore The tool traverses to the programmed point; feeds to the specified depth at the controlled feed rate; and then stops motion for a manual retract. User Defined Bore1 / User Defined Bore2 These are bore cycles that you can define using the User Defined Cycles in the Post-Processor Generator. |
