Dynamic Turning
What is Dynamic Turning?
Mastercam’s Dynamic Roughing, also known as Dynamic Turning, is an innovative turning method designed to optimize the turning processes of metals and plastics. This method uses computational techniques to calculate the contact angle between the tool and the workpiece, enabling highly stable machining conditions and efficient chip removal. Dynamic Turning is based on the same principles as dynamic milling, but it is specifically optimized for geometries that are turned.
Practical Applications of Dynamic Turning
Dynamic Turning is ideal for machining a wide range of turning profiles and pockets. For example, turning complex shapes and milling various pockets can be done accurately and efficiently. Mastercam’s Dynamic Roughing makes it possible to maintain a constant average chip thickness (hm) throughout the turning process, which improves process reliability and chip control.
Technical Features of Dynamic Turning
Dynamic Turning uses the same feed and cutting speeds for both feed-in and turning feed motions. This allows for efficient material removal and enhances chip control. A standardized average chip thickness ensures consistent chip formation and reduces tool chatter, extending the tool’s lifespan.
Applications for Dynamic Turning
Dynamic Turning is especially effective for machining pockets and complex turning profiles. It is also very well-suited for unmanned machining, as it improves process reliability and reduces downtime caused by tool changes due to tool breakages. This method provides several significant benefits for machine shops and manufacturing facilities, especially when using round-insert turning tools and parting/grooving tools.
Advantages of Dynamic Turning
- Efficiency: Allows the use of higher feeds and cutting speeds, boosting material removal rates.
- Chip Control: Offers excellent chip control, which enhances overall process reliability.
- Stability: Stable machining conditions reduce tool vibration and extend tool life.
- Versatility: Suitable for a variety of turned geometries and materials.
- Cost Effectiveness: Reduces tool changes and production downtimes, lowering overall costs.
Tips for Dynamic Turning
- Tools: Use round-insert turning tools for smooth cutting motions. Make sure parting/grooving tools are suitable for lateral turning.
- Cooling: For best results, use through-coolant tools.
- Chip Control: Monitor chip formation during dynamic turning and adjust feeds and speeds as needed for optimal results.
- Simulation: Use Mastercam’s simulation tools to review tool paths and prevent possible collisions.
Summary
Mastercam’s Dynamic Roughing represents advanced turning technology that gives machine shops a more efficient, accurate, and cost-effective solution for turning. Dynamic Turning leverages computational methods to stabilize machining conditions and optimize material removal. This method extends tool life and enables reliable machining of complex geometries, making it an excellent choice for a variety of manufacturing processes. Mastercam’s Dynamic Roughing ensures effective chip control and improves production reliability, especially in unmanned work environments.
