Originally posted by replicapro
My knowledge of the different types of 4th axis machining is limited, so could you give me an example of what you mean.
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I don't see why you couldn't mill a 3d object (head, table leg etc.) using indexing. I can rotate an object in CAD/CAM and program to mill a 15 degree area in 3 axis using a mask or boundry, then index the horizontal rotary 15 degrees and mill another zone. The indexing can be in the g code.
I can't imagine any milling motion that would require four axis interpolation at one time.
If the program could write the code for you with some mouse clicks, that would be slick. There are work arounds that let you use most programs regardless of whether they are set up for 4 axis. It does require some strategic planning.