How to deal with a screw hole.

[upserman]

Very new to toolpathing so would like your help.

I have a3D part that was scanned and there is a screw hole in it. I want to toolpath the part so the hole does not show. Then do a drill toolpath for that hole. Not sure how to go about this. I am using PW & PW3D.

Thanks for your help.

Bob

[Brady Watson]

Bob,
Import the TOOLPATH from PWorks3D into PWorks2D & it will show a greyscale representation of the model. Then you can use the 'trace bitmap' tool to create an outline. You can also visually locate the drill hole & just draw a circle the correct diameter & place it where you need it in the part.

I think you'll get the idea once you try it for yourself. Give it a go...

I'm sure there are also a few threads dealing with this on the Vectric forum if you need additional information. (E.G. - http://vectric.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3551&highlight=vcarve )

-B

[knight_toolworks]

but you forgot he wanted to eliminate the 3d hole. but you can forget that unless you have 3d drawing software. or pay Brady to do it for you (G)

[beacon14]

Fill the screw hole with something like Bondo before scanning it.

[Brady Watson]

Bob,
You have mail.

-B