I'm just getting started with a rotary axis and I need some help understanding how to accomplish some simple tasks.
I want to machine a profile in a round piece, something simple like a curved vase or similar shape. Something that you'd see done on a wood lathe for example. How do I create the profile and then generate a toolpath to cut that profile into a round blank?
I'll start with this as the first step but later I'll want to add a simple design to the surface of the cut piece.
I'd appreciate anyones help in getting me started.
Regards,
Tom
Creating a profile on a cylindrical blank
Re: Creating a profile on a cylindrical blank
I believe the information you are looking for is in the tutorial Randall posted at the following link.
http://www.222artisans.com/Rotary/RotaryYaxis.html
It explains how to create the drawing in Aspire and then wrap it around the cylinder to do what you are looking for.
Russ
http://www.222artisans.com/Rotary/RotaryYaxis.html
It explains how to create the drawing in Aspire and then wrap it around the cylinder to do what you are looking for.
Russ
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