Backplot

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Use the Backplot tab of the Toolpath Editor to perform a backplot of the tool motions contained within the active toolpath.  This is similar to a cut material simulation but is performed with only the toolpath and the tool.   The toolpath segment representing the current Line # in the Backplot tool motion will highlighted in the graphics screen.

Note: If the toolpath contains flagged motions (i.e., there were errors during toolpath generation and simulation) running a Backplot WILL ignore these flags.  Use the Diagnostics tab of the Toolpath Editor to diagnose such errors.

 

tog_minusBasic Procedure

1.You must first generate a toolpath before a backplot can be performed.  

2.toolpath-editor-diagnostics-tab5 In the Machining Job tree, expand the Machining Operation folder and double-left-clicking on the operation's Toolpath icon to display the Toolpath Editor.

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3.From the Toolpath Editor select the Backplot tab.  

4.Use the icons on the toolbar to navigate through the backplot.  These controls are similar to those located on the Simulate tab of the Machining Browser.

5.Note: If the toolpath contains flagged motions (i.e., there were errors during toolpath generation and simulation) running a Backplot WILL ignore these flags.  Use the Diagnostics tab of the Toolpath Editor to diagnose such errors.

tog_minusBackplot tab, Toolpath Editor
Backplot tab, Toolpath Editor

Backplot tab, Toolpath Editor
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Rewind Backplot: Select this icon to Rewind the backplot back to the beginning at line number 1.

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Play Backplot: Select this icon to Play the backplot forward from the current line number.

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Pause Backplot: Select this icon to Pause the backplot at the current line number.

Create 2 ½ Axis Milling Operations

Stop Backplot: Select this icon to Stop the backplot.

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Fast Forward Backplot: Select this icon to Fast Forward the backplot at the end (i.e., last line number).

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Backplot Speed Selector: Use this slider to adjust the speed of the backplot tool motion.

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