Tech Tuesday: V31 CAM Software Advanced Pocket Patterns

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Our BobCAD-CAM V31 CAM software comes loaded with industry-leading pocket patterns that are helping machinists cut cycle times down while maintaining a crisp, smooth finish. In the Advanced Pocket, we have three brand new patterns to offer; Offset Pocket Out, Morph Spiral and Parallel Pocketing. Let’s take a quick look at what these new patterns are doing for shops to stay ahead of the competition.
 
 

Advanced Offset Pocket Out

This traditional pocketing pattern uses an offset method to work its way from the inside out on the pocket boundary. Sweet and simple.
 

 

Morph Spiral Cutting for Pockets

Here by popular demand, a new pattern for the 2 Axis Advanced Pocket. This cutting pattern exists to maximize the efficiency of the offset pocket. It uses a morph spiral motion to reduce direct linking between tool passes. This allows your tool to stay engaged in the material longer and more efficiently.
 

 

Parallel Pocketing

This traditional pocketing pattern uses a zig-zag method to work its way back and forth to clear material within the pocketing boundary.
 

 
That’s all we have for this week’s article! These brand new Advanced Pocket Patterns are delivering machinists lower cycle time and better part finishes. If you are interested in seeing what these patterns can do to maximize your shop’s productivity & bottom line, download a copy of our V31 CAM software and try them out today.

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