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Pocket and Islands example

The pocketing and islands features are very powerful programming features that provide the user the ability to program the machining of parts from a simplified nature, to a very complex design. By providing examples of using these features, the user can better understand, and take advantage of these features.

The following examples consist of a sample program, an explanation of the key blocks in the program, and accompanying graphics showing the expected result in the line view, and 3D solid graphics display.

These examples do not necessarily reflect actual cutting conditions. An estimated machining time is given at the end of each program. The machining time is only for reference and to illustrate the benefit of some features; for example, the coarse tool feature.

These example programs have been created using conversational programing.

Pocket/Island example 1

This example shows a rectangular pocket with an island in the center. The island is in the form of a diamond. The cutting tool is a ¼“ diameter end mill.

7.4 Sub-programs

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