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This method is similar to 2½ Axis Profiling. This method machines open and closed regions by tracing along one side of their contours. You can define offsets so that the tool makes multiple passes relative to the regions. Profiling can be used as a finishing operation after a Pocketing or Facing toolpath, or it can be used alone.
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4 axis Facing, Pocketing and Profiling operations are limited to cylindrical features with constant radius. |
The machining regions can be selected from a cylindrical surface.  4th Axis Profiling Operation Geometry |
The toolpath looks like the following:  4th Axis Profiling Operation Toolpath |
The stock simulation:  4th Axis Profiling Operation Stock Simulation |