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March 2012

Product News

Mastercam Blade Expert Provides Specialized Multiaxis Programming for Multi-bladed Configurations

Mastercam’s new Blade Expert add-on greatly simplifies the toolpath creation process for any multi-bladed parts, including fans, propellers, impellers, turbines, marine screws, and more. Its aim is to eliminate guesswork and minimize the need for extra geometry creation.

Blade Expert is a custom application, designed to generate efficient, smooth, and gouge-free toolpaths for these complex bladed parts. It minimizes unnecessary motion at the machine, which results in a highly efficient toolpath with superior finish quality.

Multi-blade parts come in many configurations, but Mastercam Blade Expert’s operation process turns these machining challenges into routine solutions. With Blade Expert, you can:

•  Remove the material from between the blades.

•  Finish the blades/splitters.

•  Finish the floor and fillets.

Mastercam Blade Expert’s interface delivers a clear and easy-to-understand method for programming the complex operations. Some key features of Mastercam Blade Expert include:

•  Precise, efficient, and smooth cut pattern.

•  Automatic stock model awareness eliminates air-cuts.

•  Automatic tool axis control ensures collision-free toolpaths.

•  Accurate tool tip control means seamless blending and transformation.

For more information on Mastercam Blade Expert, or to see a video, please visit http://www.mastercammill.com/bladeexpert.html.

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