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tz1238 · #1 12-07-2007, 08:02 AM

I have Solidcam. I just bought it and I think it's great. I've just started programming with it and I have a question. Is there any way to program for drilling square tubing? I know that I can set the depth for the drill, but can I set two depths with a rapid travel after drilling the top face? This tubing is 3" thick and I would hate to be drilling air in between faces.

ddk114 · #2 12-10-2007, 03:06 PM

A simple way unless you have time to sit and write code. Everything created in 2008.

tz1238 · #3 12-11-2007, 06:44 AM

Thanks, I'll give it a try.

tz1238 · #4 12-12-2007, 06:47 AM

Tried out the program and it works great for my situation. Thanks again for the assistance.

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