Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] DXF Import in FlashCut: Milling circle interior

Does your software have a 'pocketing' instruction. Maybe the command
you're giving is forcing the controller to cut the outside. Did you use the
proper tool offset (i.e. G41 / G42)?

RayHex

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> From: Ken Gracey <kgracey@...>
>
> Hello,
>
> I have a simple problem, but need some help to figure it out. I drew
> a simple circle in ACAD, saved it as DXF. I imported into FlashCut
> CNC and simulated the program. It only milled the edge of the circle
> to 0.25", but it didn't mill the interior.
>
> Is this an import option that I missed, or do I need to draw it
> differently in ACAD?