Boundary

[ricklach]

I am trying to place a boundary around a complex shape and each time I do I picks up some of the inside vectors (that are close to the boundary edge) that I do not want included in the boundary. Can I place the boundary on another level with all the selected parts, then cut out the parts I do not want in the boundary level and join any vectors that need to be joined to create the boundary outline? Then when it comes time to cutout the object just use the boundary level for my cutout toolpath?

[martin54]

Can't you just delete the vectors you don't want to be included in your Boundary? Can you post a screen shot showing what you would like to do? Sure I must be missing something in your post

[Jim_in_PA]

Draw the boundary manually so it only includes the area you want it to contain. The automated process sometimes does what you describe due to the nature of the situation.

[SteveNelson46]

When you use the Create Vector Boundary tool. all vectors are grouped. When ungrouped, you can move any individual vector anywhere you want.

[adze_cnc]

Can I place the boundary on another level with all the selected parts, then cut out the parts I do not want in the boundary level and join any vectors that need to be joined to create the boundary outline?

I'm not sure that "levels" is quite right here. "Levels" are found on the Modeling tab in the component (3D) tree. Perhaps you mean "Layers"? If so a look at the "Layers" tutorial might be of use: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kS3osTw8YQ

[Jan.vanderlinden]

How about you just select the shape, and then use the offset tool, outwards XXX amount.