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To Create an Approach Along Axis Tool Motion
This tool motion creates an approach motion along the tool axis vector and is applicable only to 4- and 5-axis NC steps.
1. On the Trajectory, Face, or Profile tab, select Approach Along Tool Axis in the Tool Motions list. The Approach Along Tool Axis dialog box opens. The dialog box contains the following options:
2. Reference cut—Displays the referenced cut name.
3. Approach Distance—Set the distance to approach the cut at a speed specified by the PLUNGE_FEED parameter.
4. Clear Distance—Set the distance to approach the cut at a speed specified by the CUT_FEED parameter
5. Click Parameters to edit the tool motion parameters using the Edit Parameters dialog box.
6. Click OK to create the approach motion, or click Cancel to cancel.