TubesT - The version of TubesT corresponding to TubePro
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Tubest-The Layer Mapping
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TubesT - Auto Add Text
TubesT - Quick Rectangle Path
TubesT - Save the YXY File
Tubest- Auto Backup
TubesT - H-beam Toolpath Angle
I. How to Use
Definition
When drawing a H-beam, the section preview is shown below:
As you can see, on one side of the web, the starting and ending points of the corner R form a θ angle of 90° with the circle center.?
The length of the web toolpath varies with different θ angles.?
Based on experience, if θ exceeds 45°, it may cause interference during cutting.
The closer the web toolpath is to the flange, the easier it is to cut.
By default, θ is set to 45°, meaning the farthest point of the web toolpath aligns with half of the?corner?R.
The image below illustrates the difference:
Specific Operations
θ-related parameters are not available in the Draw Part. The web toolpath endpoint of drawn or imported parts is managed in:
User Preference Settings → User Preference (scroll down to Other) → H-Beam toolpath angle.
Default value: 45°. Modification is not recommended. If modified, it should not exceed 45° due to interference risks.
Set the θ angle before importing parts—once imported, the option is grayed out.
If parts have already been imported, even deleting all parts does not restore access to this setting. You must click New in the top-left corner before adjusting the setting in the User Preference Settings.
When θ exceeds the set limit, the system automatically whitens (not processed) that section of the toolpath to ensure safety. Here is a typical case.
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II. Common Scenarios and Solutions
Case 1
For toolpaths where θ < 45°, the cutting head follows the path normally.
For toolpaths where θ > 45°, the software disables the toolpath automatically. If you still want to process these areas, it is recommended to use Fixed height cutting.
If the R size of the I-beam does not match the drawing exactly, and you want to shorten the web toolpath at corner R to avoid collisions during cutting, you can reduce the θ angle slightly.
Modifying this value is generally not recommended unless necessary.
After making changes, reset the value to default before reopening the software to prevent unintended toolpath issues in future operations.
This setting applies to all parts, so ensure that all parts in a batch are compatible with the adjustment.
The values in the image are for reference only; adjust based on actual conditions.
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TubesT - H-beam Toolpath Angle
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I. How to Use
Definition
When drawing a H-beam, the section preview is shown below:
As you can see, on one side of the web, the starting and ending points of the corner R form a θ angle of 90° with the circle center.?
The length of the web toolpath varies with different θ angles.?
Based on experience, if θ exceeds 45°, it may cause interference during cutting.
The closer the web toolpath is to the flange, the easier it is to cut.
By default, θ is set to 45°, meaning the farthest point of the web toolpath aligns with half of the?corner?R.
The image below illustrates the difference:
Specific Operations
θ-related parameters are not available in the Draw Part. The web toolpath endpoint of drawn or imported parts is managed in:
User Preference Settings → User Preference (scroll down to Other) → H-Beam toolpath angle.
Default value: 45°. Modification is not recommended. If modified, it should not exceed 45° due to interference risks.
Set the θ angle before importing parts—once imported, the option is grayed out.
If parts have already been imported, even deleting all parts does not restore access to this setting. You must click New in the top-left corner before adjusting the setting in the User Preference Settings.
When θ exceeds the set limit, the system automatically whitens (not processed) that section of the toolpath to ensure safety. Here is a typical case.
?
II. Common Scenarios and Solutions
Case 1
For toolpaths where θ < 45°, the cutting head follows the path normally.
For toolpaths where θ > 45°, the software disables the toolpath automatically. If you still want to process these areas, it is recommended to use Fixed height cutting.
If the R size of the I-beam does not match the drawing exactly, and you want to shorten the web toolpath at corner R to avoid collisions during cutting, you can reduce the θ angle slightly.
Modifying this value is generally not recommended unless necessary.
After making changes, reset the value to default before reopening the software to prevent unintended toolpath issues in future operations.
This setting applies to all parts, so ensure that all parts in a batch are compatible with the adjustment.
The values in the image are for reference only; adjust based on actual conditions.