08-02-2021
10:02 AM
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08-02-2021
10:02 AM
3D Contour doesn't get flat bottoms
I am trying out a 3D contour on an STL model. I noticed the path generated doesn't get the flat surfaces of my model. Why is that. Is there a setting I need to enable? See screenshots.
08-02-2021
12:00 PM
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08-02-2021
12:00 PM
Hmm, it's possible that it's being limited by the Heights tab, but it's hard to tell with the limited info you have provided. Can you share the file?

Seth Madore
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08-03-2021
11:16 AM
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08-03-2021
11:16 AM
Bottom height is model bottom. I attached the file
08-03-2021
09:55 PM
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08-03-2021
09:55 PM
3D Contour is much more a "steep" finishing toolpath than a flat finishing one and wouldn't do a good job anyway. Usually you need a secondary toolpath like Scallop, Parallel or Horizontal for finishing flats well.
The Steep and Shallow toolpath is similar to this blending of toolpaths although more refined.
Neal Stein
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08-04-2021
04:58 AM
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