Use this function to update or modify an existing tool path's geometry, tool or parameters used in tool path. Some tool paths will require reselection of tool paths. Excluded from this function are the 2D drilling and UV Flow. If you select an invalid type you should receive an error message indicating failure to regenerate.

 

Using this Function

1. Select Tools>Machinist>Paths>Regenerate Toolpaths. The conversation bar prompts for selection of tool path to edit.

2. Once selected a Regenerate Toolpath dialog appears.  choose Options/Edit as needed. Note regenerating 2 axis tool path will prompt for geometry reconstruction (select No in the conversation bar.) Choosing no forces use of existing geometry and any changes to original geometry will be reflected in new tool path processing (when possible.)

3. Select OK when done and regeneration will take place.

Regenerate Toolpath Dialog

Options

Regenerate Only- Changes will apply to tool, geometry or some machining parameters seen in the Toolpath dialog. Useful in updating path attributes and level changes.

Create Duplicate- Creates a copy of the toolpath that you can modify using Regenerate Toolpath (new name option not implemented in the regeneration.)

Edit

Tool- Allows edit of the tool being used (open the Tools List dialog.)

Geometry- Change or update geometry of tool path. Various dialog's will appear depending on the tool path type.

Parameters- Change any parameter settings in given dialog set for that tool path.