10.1 CAM Programming

Pattern tab:

The Pattern tab must have the appropriate data filled in to use the Pattern option in the Drill Location selection.

# X Holes: Enter the number of holes in X-axis.

# Y Holes: Enter the number of holes in Y-axis.

Style: Choose to use matrix pattern or perimeter pattern.

X Start: Enter the start position in the X-axis.

Y Start: Enter the start position in the Y-axis.

Y Increment: Enter the increment between holes in X-axis.

X Increment: Enter the increment between holes in Y-axis.

Angle: Enter the angle to rotate the hole pattern.

Comment tab:

To add a comment if needed that will be placed in program to assist the operator. Typical to most dialogues.

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Acu-Rite CNC 3500i user manual Pattern tab, Comment tab