Generating Pockets

Step 1: Select the '2D' drop-down menu > Select '2D Pocket'.

This will open a new 2D pocket menu.

Step 2: Inside the pocket window:

Step 3: Inside the tool selection window:

Select operation > Select 'Pocket'
Expand the 'Metric - High Carbon Steel' tools tab > Select the Ø4mm - Flat end mill tool.

Step 4: Inside the pocket window:

Select the 'Select Z Axis/Plane & Y Axis' option.

You will notice that the Z Axis cursor icon is now select prompting you to select the Z Axis...

Step 5: Inside the 'Tool Orientation' drop down window:

Select the tool orientation to match the stock setup:

Select the 'Box Point' cursor icon and select the corner shown - The corner should be the bottom left corner on the top face.

Please note that when you complete this stage successfully the Z axis should be pointing up towards the sky...

Step 6: Inside the 2D Pocket window:

This will ensure that the tool cuts only 1mm depth cuts at a time.

Step 7: Go back to the geometry tab (2nd tab)

Select any pockets.

This may include any windows or wheel arches.

Press 'OK' (in the pocket window) to complete the selection.

POCKET SETUP IS COMPLETE...

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