Hey there, fellow programmers and BobCAD enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your machining game to the next level? Dive into the world of the 5 Axis Premium module and explore its array of features designed to make your life easier and your projects smoother. Let’s take a closer look at what this powerhouse can do for you.

Port Machining

Tired of losing hair over complex interior geometry? Say goodbye to frustration with our Port Machining feature! This gem allows you to handle curved interior surfaces with ease, sparing you the endless cycle of parameter tweaking and simulation double-checking. Simply select your tool, the machining surfaces, and a few check surfaces, and let Port Machining do the heavy lifting. It’s your one-stop solution for nailing those challenging geometries without breaking a sweat.

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Port Machining 4 Axis Enhancement

Love the Port Machining tool but need it to play nice with 4 Axis? We’ve got you covered! Previously, limiting the output to 4 Axis meant compromising on coverage, but not anymore. The algorithm has been fine-tuned to increase the machinable area significantly, ensuring your 4 Axis operations are just as effective as their 5 Axis counterparts. More coverage, less hassle—what’s not to love?

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Multiblade Mastery

If you’re working with multibladed parts, like impellers and blisks, you know how tricky they can be. Enter the Multiblade operation, your new best friend! Whether you’re roughing, finishing blades, finishing hubs, or handling fillets, this feature streamlines your toolpath creation, turning hours of programming into mere minutes. It’s designed to flatten the learning curve and make complex parts a breeze to cut.

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Multiblade Fillets

Precision lovers, rejoice! We’ve made it easier than ever to achieve top-notch toolpath quality by allowing you to select fillets separately from blades and splitters. This tweak means you can define your blades, splitters, fillets, and hub individually, squeezing even more accuracy out of your toolpaths. Just pick your components, and watch the magic happen!

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Auto 3+2 Roughing

Imagine roughing from multiple planes without the stress of tool deflection. With Auto 3+2 Roughing, you can do just that! Whether you’re using short, rigid tools or tackling hard-to-reach spots, this feature transforms your 3 Axis operations into robust 5 Axis solutions. Choose from automatic, semi-automatic, or manual modes to find the perfect balance of control and ease.

• Automatic – allows you to set a search angle increment, a maximum amount of stock to leave, and a maximum tilt range (let us do the rest).
• Semi-automatic – allows you to do the same thing, but also lets you to specify a preferred direction of approach.
• Manual – allows you to take complete control and specify each allowable direction of machining.

New Link Options for Automatic 3+2 Roughing

We’ve added a little extra spice to your 3+2 Roughing with new linking options. Now you can choose between Blend Spline and Full Retract to control how your tool transitions between orientations. This means smoother, more controlled moves, and less abrupt changes, keeping your operations running like a dream.

Blend Spline	Full Retract
The new Blend Spline option provides a smooth transition between orientations.	In the past, abrupt changes in orientation could be an issue as in the above instance.

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Multiaxis Finishing with Barrel Tools

Say hello to the finishing revolution! With our multiaxis finishing patterns, you can now bring the power of multiaxis roughing to your finishing tasks. Forget about wrestling with a million settings. These specialized toolpaths are designed for simplicity and speed, letting you focus on perfecting your floors and walls with minimal fuss:
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Multiaxis floor finishing
This path was designed to finish the floors of multiaxis parts. Pick your geometry and let us do the heavy lifting.

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Multiaxis wall finishing
This path was designed to finish the walls of multiaxis parts. Pick your geometry and let us do the heavy lifting.

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Conclusion

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the world of 5 Axis machining, our 5 Axis Premium module is packed with features to boost your productivity and precision. Give it a try and see how it can transform your workflow and make your machining projects smoother than ever before. Happy machining!
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