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Define a fillet

An arc tangent to two entities
When trimming, a "solid entity between two points" represents what will be created.
True
The Dynamic Gnomon is an interactive item used in the graphics window to locate and align a set of axes.
True
Where do full circles start and end?
3:00
In the Xform Rotate function, what is zero position referenced to?
Relative to horizontal in the active plane.
Select the best answer for the following: What does the Work Offset # in the View Manager do.
Assigns a work offset number to the associated view.
How many selection points on an axis of the dynamic gnomon can redefine the axis vector?
3 selection points
Which of the following Trim function buttons is not mutually exclusive?
Default
In the Xform Rotate function, what is the zero position referenced to?
At 3:00 in the current construction plane.
How many selection points are along each axis of the dynamic gnomon?
5 selection points
Which of the following can be used to define a plane?
2 lines, an arc, a flat surface, 3 points
Arcs may not be created on an extended portion of the selected entity.
False
Polar Arcs are calculated in a clockwise direction
False
It is a good idea to copy system views when shifting the Zero to accommodate multiple setups on the CNC machine.
True
After using the Xform function, what are the original entities called?
Group
Press F9 to:
Show/hide the coordinate axes and system origin
When extruding a solid the direction is set by
B and C
To create a parallel line that is tangent to an arc, click the Tangent button in the Line Parallel ribbon bar, Select the reference line, and then choose the entity you want the parallel line to be tangent to
True
When you create entities dynamically, they are drawn with a white line. This is called the phantom state. When you click the final position to create the entity, the entity becomes:
Live
Setting a new active WCS, Cplane, and Tplane in the View Manager tells Mastercam to
Map the axis to the desired plan as if rotating a part by hand
Ina Top view and plane, vertical is parallel to which axis?
Y axis
When using the Autocursor to set a Delta Position?
Hold shift and select a position
To move between buttons and fields in ribbon bars, you can:
All of the above
In 2D mode, where is geometry created?
Parallel to the current Cplane at the current system Z depth
What is term that defines the Color, Line Style, Point Style, Level, Line Width, and Surface Density of an entity?
Attributes
A hidden entity will remain hidden when a file is saved and re–opened
False
You can create a full circle by entering 0 for the start angle and 360 for the end angle?
True
A locked Autocursor override remains in effect until you perform one of the following actions.
All of the above
All basic geometry can be created through the Sketcher toolbar.
True
Which is not a typical task of the View Manager?
Changing the Gview
Select the best answer to place copies around the selected center point using Solid Circular Pattern.
All of the Above
Selecting an arrowhead on the dynamic gnomon controls
Align the axis
In 3D mode, where is geometry created?
At all of the geometry positions listed above
After using Xform function, what are the new entities called?
Result
If a contour toolpath is on the wrong side of the centerline, which of the following does not correct the problem?
Changing the compensation type to wear
Mastercam always sets the Incremental Depth value to zero (0.0) in the Linking Parameters page. (T or F)
True
Activating Microlift on back moves (Cut Parameters) helps evacuate chips more cleanly and reduce tool temperature during Peel mill cut passes. (T or F)
True
You can set the Helical entry position to a specific point. (T or F)
True
To create a Setup sheet for toolpath operations, you select the operations and:
Right–mouse click, select Setup sheet
Which of these is not a standard WCS selection?
None of the above
Name all of the 2D Contour toolpath types:
2D, 2D chamfer, Ramp, Remachining and Oscillate
The File Merge Pattern allows you to add additional geometry and place and rotate it into current Mastercam geometry files. (T or F)
True
ActiveReports Setup sheets always include an isometric view relative to the operation’s WCS.
(T or F)
True
What is the best use for the setting “Even number of passes”.
Control the cut direction and burr
Where do you set the default chaining direction?
Chaining options
When you select a chain in the chain manager the large arrow indicates direction and the small arrow indicates.
The side the tool will travel
In Tool Manager default state. The top window contains tool in the part file. (T or F)
True
The C–plane method of chaining limits selection to:
Same C–plane with a Z depth of the first entity in the chain
In the view manager Work Offsets are set with a number. (T or F)
True
Mastercam always sets the Incremental Depth value to zero (0.0) in the Linking Parameters page. (T or F)
True
The FBM Mill parameter “Minimize tool changes” – sorts the toolpaths into subgroups using the following criteria:
Operation type, Tool diameter, Sequence and Restmill overlaps
What are the chaining requirements for a 2D high speed Core mill toolpath?
Two closed chains; the outermost chain defines the stock boundary and the innermost defines the toolpath boundary
Which of these is not a toolpath Compensation type?
Radial
After having a file with solid geometry. What are the minimum requirements to run FBM?
Select a Machine type, Setup stock
When you chain a contour and it does not chain completely around the part, which of the following is not the possible cause?
A reversed normal
Chaining a rectangle CW with the cutter comp set to left will cut the inside of the rectangle.
(T or F)
False
Chains can only start and end at endpoints of entities. (T or F)
False
Which button in the Chaining dialog box allows you to select all chains similar to the first chain?
Chain Feature
The depth of a chain for a Chamfer toolpath should be at the base of the chamfer. (T or F)
False
When entering arc or line dimensions as absolute values or a percentage of the tool diameter as you enter an entry in one field the other automatically updates. (T or F)
True
To create a new view in the view manager you must start with either geometry or an existing view. (T or F)
True
The roughing Angle sets the orientation for the roughing passes when you use the One Way or Zigzag cutting methods for pocket toolpaths.
(T or F)
True
Stock Definitions have an influence on Toolpath Verification. (T or F)
True
Toolpaths used for Engraving typically have what type of cutter comp?
Off
Select the item that does not belong in the tool list window in the Tool Manager.
Assembly Number
Choose the best answer to describe Entry and Exit moves
All of the above
You must select a bull nose endmill, ball endmill or chamfer endmill when creating a chamfer toolpath. (T of F)
True
What are Lead In/Out moves?
All of the above
How do you suppress fillets in a solid when there is no history?
Remove solid fillets
What page do you use to set a range in a Waterline toolpath?
Steep/Shallow
Which options should you select on the Lead In/Out page when including points in your chain selection?
Use entry point, Use exit point
What corner type do you select if you want a sharp corner created with your slot mill tool?
None
Which item in the Level Manager makes all levels visible?
All on
What is a bounding box used for?
Determining the boundaries of your part
What is generally the most efficient way to group transform operations?
By tool size
Why is it a good idea to copy the name when creating a new plane?
To use for the View name
What is the biggest problem for creating toolpaths on solid models?
Determining the boundaries
Why is it important to name toolpath groups logically?
All of the above
What happens when an imported operations work offset is already in use?
The work offset is reassigned
On what page will you find the option for “Create operations independent of solid (create points)” in FBM Drill?
Setup
When generating an FBM toolpath you must create a new toolpath group..(T or F)
False
What is a primary benefit of importing operations
Reuse proven toolpaths
How do you change the parameters of multiple toolpath operations at the same time?
Edit common parameters
Why would you blank pieces of geometry?
All of the above
Which option from the WCS menu allows you to manipulate the gnomon during plane creation?
Dynamic WCS
Which right–click option is used to create a tool?
Create new tool
How do you select an entire chain when not in the Chaining dialog?
Hold the shift key and select

Why would you analyze inner radii on your model?

To ensure the finishing tool will fit

Which command removes all the levels that contain no entities?
Purge empty levels
Which toolpath is a good choice for milling large holes?
Circle Mill
What must be set to import geometry into the proper WCS orientation?
Construction and Tool plane equal to the WCS
What key or keys do you hold to select multiple operations?
Shift or Control
What is an important feature of FBM, even if you don't use it to generate toolpaths?
2D boundary creation
Which command converts a solid to a brick?
Remove solid history
Which drill cycle do you select to cut to the final depth in increments?
Peck Drill
What function do you select to view boundaries created through FBM?
Un–blank Entity
What is the easiest way to machine a fillet on a solid model using FBM?
Eliminate the fillet and use a tool with the original radius (correct?)

How do you get Verify to present a clearer image?

Increase the precision