Improved Efficiency with Tapered Helical Entry

A new checkbox for the Helix only entry method lets you produce a tapered helix. Using a tapered helix to enter a pocket promotes better chip evacuation, coolant/air access, and is generally more efficient than a cylindrical helix. A tapered helix offers better tool life and creates more efficient toolpath creation. The taper is defined by using 95% of the tool diameter at the top and 25% at the bottom of the helix.

The new Tapered helix feature is located on the Entry Motion page in the Dynamic Mill and OptiRough toolpath dialogs, as shown in the following image: