Advanced 3D with HSM

Advanced 3D with HSM enhancements introduce a complete range of advanced 3-axis milling functionality with support for high-speed machining (HSM).


Advanced 3D with HSM enhancements introduce a complete range of advanced 3-axis milling functionality with support for high-speed machining (HSM). Three-axis surface machining capabilities provide more control and flexibility in toolpath generation with integral high-speed machining support. The enhancements blend ease-of-use and powerful functionality.

Advanced 3D with HSM enhancement for SolidSurfacer includes:

  • Support for 3D material only;
  • Support for more advanced tool shapes (tapered tools);
  • New types of finishing processes (e.g. surface step-over cut and steep/shallow combination);
  • Improved toolpath quality;
  • Options to provide toolpaths that better support high speed machining;
  • Improved use of boundaries;
  • Enhanced entry/exit control;
  • Ability to directly machine faceted bodies, including imported STL files;
  • Automatic core/cavity detection for inside-out or outside-in determination;
  • Operation splitting for tool wear and for optimal length out of holder;
  • Multi-threaded for multi-CPU machines and to support batch toolpath generation; and
  • Automatic filleting of a surface to avoid sharp concave corners.

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