This is just a sample for a larger project but I wanted to ask you guys how you might machine something like this?
The final would be milled out of a block of solid oak, so I had to create the appropriate toolpaths:
1) adaptive clearing to mill away the excess bulk from each side
2) parallel with a ball with small stepovers to create the curve shape
Some sanding will be needed, so the final does not need to be super duper smooth, but getting close would be ideal.
I dropped some photos as well as the Fusion file if anyone wants to take a look. Mostly just looking to reduce machine timing with the roughing and finishing operations. If you have a better way to do this I am open to all ideas! (Ignore the little steps on either side of the bottom for now. I am just focusing on the curved top.)
Ideally, would you run this with 3 or 5 axis methods? I am currently running 3 axis, BUT could be open to the Fusion 5 axis extension IF needed. Our machine is capable of 5 axis but have not pulled the trigger on the extension since we don't do this type of work that often.
You guys are always amazing help so thank you so much in advance!
