Contouring

This task explains how to create a profile contouring operation on a part.

A profile contouring operation can be created from machining:

  • Between two planes
    The tool follows a contour between the top and bottom planes while respecting user-defined
    geometry limitations and machining strategy parameters.
  • Between two curves
    The tool follows the trajectory defined by the top and bottom guide curves while respecting
    user-defined geometry limitations and machining strategy parameters.
  • Between a curve and surfaces
    The tool follows a trajectory defined by a top guide curve and the bottom surfaces while respecting
    user-defined geometry limitations and machining strategy parameters. 
See the Prismatic Machining User's Guide for more information on these functions.