z level depth 3d contour

[magpiemachining]

i am using 3d contour to remove material for a countersink bolt. a flat bottom endmill is what i have at my disposal while am learning the paths.the z level i enter is not the same when it post.no matter what number i change the z depth to it post the same number every time. i have tried different stock orientations also.  thank you.

[LibertyMachine]

I'm going to guess it's a selection that you have not done proper. I've attached a .f3d file that you could take a look at if you want. To open it: File > New Design From File, find the file and double click.

Quick attempt yielded results I would expect:

 

[magpiemachining]

thats awesome.  not sure what process to use has been a lot of my learning curve. software works great thank you.

[LibertyMachine]

So you got it to work? Did you change anything? If you don't mind sharing, could you export and share your .f3d file so I/We could look at it and see where you went astray?

To export: File > Export > Save to local folder. Come back to this thread and attach the file

[magpiemachining]

ok. i posted it here.

[magpiemachining]

where i go wrong is not know what process to use. a friend said to use the 3d contour process. couldnt get it to wok like i wanted. you got it. i didnt change anything that was in the sample ramp process i just adjusted the numbers  a bit to cut ar500 plate. yall do a great job. thank you for the information. 

[LibertyMachine]

You were giving it to many inputs. Sometimes (often) in 3D, less is better.

Using the 3D contour you had, I changed some of the selections around. I think you will find the toolpath was what you were looking for. That being said, I'd prefer the Ramping toolpath myself, as it will be a better finish, maintain constant contact so on and so forth

If you replicate all the choices you see in the image above, you will get the path you want. Note: One profile selected, Tool center on boundary. You actualy don't need the Avoid/Touch option, I just forgot to turn it off. Tried it out and it is not needed..

On the Bottom Height, remove your negative offset. Simply select that bottom edge

[magpiemachining]

i have to post another comment on this. i was using an 11/32" drill coolant though. blew up both of those. was also using an everede CS. damaged that. using a .242 carbide drill(smaller drill less heat) and a 6mm end mill to finish manufacture the 11/32 hole and the CS. in less time. fusion is awesome. yall have bailed me out AGAIN!!!!can i post a pic of the plate on here? 

[LibertyMachine]

I'm glad you were able to get it done. I don't think there is any restriction on posting up something you have completed, although I could see how people would abuse that.

Ouch, blowing up tools hurts the wallet. Those oil-hole drills ain't cheap