Contour machining part 6 – Helical Interpolation – Alphacam #26

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Helical Interpolation in Alphacam

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Helical interpolation in Alphacam is an option which allows us prepare helical machining, found under the names milling on a helix or spiral milling. A very nice way to machine contours. It allows for a very good finish of the machined wall.

To enable machining on a helix, in the contour machining operation, in the Levels and Cuts tab, you must check the Helical Interpolation.

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With this option, the Pitch parameter is associated, in which we determine the helix pitch along which the tool will move. Let’s enter, for example, 1.

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If you look closely at the tool path or run a simulation, you’ll notice what it’s all about.

You can also increase the Pitch, e.g. on 10. Then it will be clearly visible.

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This strategy is ideal for machining tight grooves or finishing holes.