Partworks 3D Cutting a solidworks 3D model

[JustidoBandito]

First and Foremost, Hello Everyone
This is my first post and I am new to cnc routing.
I am trying to cut a 3d model imported into partworks 3D. I have
cut the file multiple times. I am having an issue with a detail in the model. Can Partworks 3D
mill down a piece to exact thickness of model? After that I would like it to run the rough and finish path.

I understand that this can be done first in vcarve to mill surface then to partworks to run the file.
I may have discovered that my engineer designed the model with a needed change. We want to
get the cut for a template to mic the final design.

Thank You
JustidoBandito

[scottp55]

Not POSITIVE I understand the question? Part works3D (Cut3d) will mill down the exact dimensions you have specified.
Use VCP to mill material down to Exact thickness you had specced in PW3D FIRST.
BEST way to dimension is to use VCP referenced to spoilboard to give you your PW3D dimension. i.e. 1" material surfaced referenced to spoilboard(bottom of material)(Pocket toolpath to say Z-.75" for PW3D .75" material .
THEN reference PW3d cut To top of material and you should be on the money.
Hope I got that right and explained it, long day.
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[JustidoBandito]

hello Scottp55,

Yes you did understand the question. Thank you kindly for your response. I understand that
Partworks will cut exactly what i tell it. I have a model.763 thick on the Z. I used a .875 thick material
thinking it would cut the final cut deeper from the top. not the case. I believe its an issue in my solidworks model
designed by my engineer. I will get it done. Thank you again for your support. Enjoy.

Kindly JustidoBandito