It would be really cool if we were able to apply rest machining for 3D tool paths. I have been trying to play around with the amount of finish material left in the tool data base to move from one size bit to the next but can’t quite get it dialed in.
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Are you asking for “Stock to leave” on a finish path? (Semi-finish)
A workaround would be to use an oversized tool to program a finish path. Ex: you’re using a 1/8” tool to cut and want 0.010” stock. Program with a 0.145” tool, then use the 1/8” tool on the machine. NOTE: set Z zero 0.010 above the part.
No, this is not an option at this time.
That said, usually if one balances tool sizes and doesn’t skip sizes it isn’t a problem.
If cutting an easily cut material at conservative feeds and speeds with part geometry which doesn’t leave large areas of uncut material, it is usually workable to go one size down (say from 1/4" to 1/8").
If you have a file which is particularly difficult to balance this sort of thing could you upload it here?
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