5 Mastercam Multiaxis Concepts You Need to Know
Curve 5-axis: This toolpath is one of Mastercam's oldest and most popular. The cut pattern follows a curve (a line, a spline, a circle, or a surface edge) that can be wireframe, solid, or surface. Swarf 5-axis: Sometimes called "Flank-milling," Swarf 5-axis uses the side of a tool to cut a wall. It is very popular in aerospace milling.