How to Drill Holes with Mastercam – Mastercam Flat Pattern Skills 8/10
How to Drill Holes with Mastercam
This video provides a detailed walkthrough of drilling operations in Mastercam, focusing on the setup process. Learn to select and drill holes using a feature selection technique and a control-click for matching diameters. Sort drill toolpaths with a point-to-point sort for optimal efficiency. , choosing a close-enough drill size, and adjusting cut parameters for a basic drill counterbore. The video also introduces new 2024 features for incremental values in drilling operations, showcasing interactive color key tabs to easily adjust drilling depths and retract clearances.
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David began his career in manufacturing in 2003 working for a small custom guitar maker in Puyallup Washington. He received an Associates Degree in Manufacturing Engineering from Clover Park Technical College in 2006. David worked in machine shops specializing in aerospace until joining MLC CAD Systems as a Mastercam Application Expert in 2016. David enjoys motorsport, the Pacific Northwest, roller coasters, and currently holds the high score on three of the ten Creature from the Black Lagoon pinball machines located throughout the Puget Sound Area.




