KeyCreator / Tools / Machinist / Rough / Zig Zag
Using the Zig-Zag feature, the toolpath follows the machining vector until it encounters the geometry model, in which case it moves and returns on the reverse vector using a zigzag machining method. When this feature is selected from the Tools>Machinist>Rough submenu, the Zigzag Roughing with Ramping dialog appears, containing offset and tolerance settings among others. When you OK this dialog, a second dialog appears. The second dialog contains additional settings, explained below. Once you OK the second dialog, the toolpath is created per your specifications.
Zig-Zag Roughing with Ramping Dialog:
Since the below dialog is the same for Zigzag and Follow Surface the respective Help Buttons will bring up this topic showing the below dialog. Toolpath DescriptionSpecify a name or description for the toolpath being created. Offsets
Tolerances
Cut Direction
Cutting Parameters
Step Direction
Current Tool and Machine ViewVerify that the machining view, tool diameter, and corner radius are correct.
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