Tool page

Center drill

In addition to the standard tool parameters presented on the Tool page, SolidCAM enables you to label a tool as a center drill. This option is used for automatic sorting. In automatic sorting, tools labeled as center drills can be automatically moved to the top of the operation list.

When a Tap tool is chosen for the operation, the Tapping Drill cycle type is automatically chosen. You cannot change the cycle type until the Tap tool is changed to a tool of a different type.

Holder collision protection

In Drilling Operation calculations, this option automatically adjusts the tool path to avoid contact between your defined tool holder and the Updated Stock model. The Holder clearance check box is enabled when the Holder collision protection check box is selected. If you have a preferred value for  Holder clearance, it can be manually entered after selecting the Holder clearance check box.

The Holder clearance parameter defines the distance by which the holder can approach the material during drilling. By default, this value is calculated automatically according to the tool diameter.

Feed Between Holes

Feed Between Holes is by default set to the Max feed chosen in the VMID of the Axis. By default, the check box is unchecked and the field is disabled.

If you select the check box and enter a greater value in the Feed Between holes field than the value defined in the VMID, the value will automatically revert to the VMID value and the check box will be unchecked.