WillAdams
January 13, 2024, 1:39pm
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For a 3D file, you will need a 3D file format.
While DXF files can have a 3rd dimension, Carbide Create treats them as 2D, so only imports a single (overhead in this case) view, and in the free/bundled version lacks angled/curved tooolpath options.
As noted, using a 3D CAM tool would be best.
Does your license for RhinoCAD include RhinoCAM?
Or, as noted, export an STL and use MeshCAM:
or Carbide Create Pro:
as requested on support…
Given an STL file:
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which one wants to cut out as:
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one first loads it into Carbide Create Pro:
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which previews in 3D as expected:
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When an STL is imported, the perimeter will be traced:
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Assuming one wants to cut around the 3D object, one offsets from this by endmill diameter plus 10% or so:
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It is then possible to assign a 3D roughing toolpath using this offset geometry:
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Then a 3…