Facing, 4 Axis
This method is similar to 2½ Axis Facing and machines closed regions as if they were completely enclosing material to be removed. This means that the tool can approach the material from outside the outer regions, creating reverse pockets. The machining regions can be selected from a cylindrical surface.
 4 Axis Continuous Facing |
The 4 Axis Facing operation is invoked by selecting the Program tab, clicking on the 4 Axis button in the Machining Browser and selecting the Facing Operation.  Facing, 4 Axis Menu Item |
The dialog that is invoked when you choose this toolpath method is shown below:  Dialog Box: Facing Operation, 4 Axis |