Roller Cam
Introduction
This topic will explain the Roller CAM function, will explain where to find the function, and explain the options found in it. This topic will also give a brief description of the Snap Increment function, and provide links to related topics.
The Roller CAM Function
The Roller Cam function creates a roller cam based on the parameters that you define it the Data Entry Manager. You first define the Roller, Base, and Shaft Radius, as well as the Origin in the Data Entry Manager. When you click OK, the CAMS Creation-From Displacement Diagram dialog is displayed for you to further define the cam parameters.
Snap Increment
This function support the use of the snap increment when selecting the location of the entities. The snap increment allows you to get precise results when using mouse selection and helps to reduce data entry modifications.
To learn more, view Snap Increment.
Navigation
To open Roller CAM:
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In the Shapes group, of the Create 2D ribbon, click the down arrow under
Gear and click 
Roller CAM.
The parameters display in the Data Entry Manager.
The Data Entry Parameters
Parameters
- Roller Radius - sets the radius of the follower for the cam that is created.
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Base Radius - sets the base circle radius from which all rise and return segments are measured.
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Shaft Radius - sets the radius of the shaft at the rotational center of the cam.
- Tolerance - allows you to set a specific tolerance.
- More Parameters - launches the The CAMS Creation-From Displacement Diagram Dialog Box
Origin
- X - sets the X axis location of the entity origin.
- Y - sets the Y axis location of the entity origin.
- Z - sets the Z axis location of the entity origin.
- OK - finalizes the function.
- Cancel - exits the function.
