path tolerence control

How to I control the tolerence of the paths created? We have had a couple of cuts running successfully on our Datrom M35 machine, but I am not sure how to increase or decrease the accuracy of the cutting paths. We use VX CAD/CAM for our CNC work at the moment, which is very capable but it is nice to have such a straightforward interface, within Rhino. This will be an excellent tool!

Thanks in advance,

Tim Perry

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Permalink Reply by Justin Botros on January 28, 2011 at 9:40pm

I have a similar issue, I am not sure how to make the toolpath fit the exact geometry of a model (mesh). I can create a roughing toolpath that looks fine. But when I try to write a finish that accurately shapes the surface of the curved mesh it doesnt hug the curve. there is a rather large gap between the model and and the tool path. please help!!

cheers,

Justin

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Permalink Reply by Rafael del Molino on February 9, 2011 at 6:29pm

Hi,

The precision you can find it inside each toolpath. Check in Stepsize along toolpath in General tab.

If you have any doubt, don't hesitate to contact me.

Thanks and best regards,

Rafael del Molino
TDM Solutions SL

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Permalink Reply by Tim Perry on February 9, 2011 at 7:12pm

OK, I understand! Thanks! I'll try doing some cuts on our Datron machine very soon,