{"product_id":"deskproto-hobby-license-key","title":"DeskProto V8 Multi-Axis Edition Hobby License Key (Issued by May 26)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 2%;\"\u003e \t\u003ch2\u003eNew features in DeskProto Version 8\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-container\"\u003e \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cvideo autoplay=\"1\" muted=\"1\" playsinline=\"1\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software for creating rotary toolpaths for rectangular blocks\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- 视频源 --\u003e \t\t\t\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/8388851e23104424a58574ca159de7cc.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- playing error with text --\u003e \t\t\tYour browser does not support the video tag. \t\t\t\u003c\/source\u003e \t\t\u003c\/video\u003e  \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV-Carving and inlays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- 视频元素 --\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eV-Carving has been high on our wish-list for some time, and we are delighted that this tool now is \t\t\t\tavailable. It is an important tool as it offers CNC newbies the option to create good-looking signs \t\t\t\twithout much training. And when you just have bought a CNC machine you of course want to create some \t\t\t\tnice parts as soon as possible. At that point V-Carving is the ideal tool to use. That being said: \t\t\t\tV-Carving is a great tool for experienced CNC users as well.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe video above shows how it works: each character is created using one single toolpath through the \t\t\t\tcenter of the groove. When the depth of the cut changes, for the V-shaped cutter the width of the groove \t\t\t\tchanges as well. The toolpath that DeskProto calculates makes sure that the outside of the groove \t\t\t\texactly matches the curves in the CAD data. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/download\/manuals.php\"\u003eTutorial book\u003c\/a\u003e explains how this \t\t\t\tworks, in Lesson 4, a video tutorial will follow soon.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1978\/9859\/files\/DPV8-02.png?v=1730964621\" title=\"DeskProto CNC Software | SainSmart\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software simulation for rotary machining\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV-Carving is an ideal tool to create beautiful inlays.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eV-Carving also makes it easy to create wood inlays. The photos above show the two parts that are needed: \t\t\t\tin the base the design is V-Carved as cavity, in the second the same design is V-Carved as plug that \t\t\t\texactly fits in this cavity. In order to make these two parts fit some extra settigns are needed: the \t\t\t\tHelp file explains this in detail. Here as well a video tutorial will follow.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-container\"\u003e \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cvideo autoplay=\"1\" muted=\"1\" playsinline=\"1\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software for creating rotary toolpaths for rectangular blocks\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- 视频源 --\u003e \t\t\t\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/b1eaed63c2414afe8b00e3868ec06313.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- playing error with text --\u003e \t\t\tYour browser does not support the video tag. \t\t\t\u003c\/source\u003e \t\t\u003c\/video\u003e  \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToolpath animation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- 视频元素 --\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eIt is not always easy to see on your screen what will happen on the machine. For complex toolpaths the \t\t\t\tscreen may become one large mass of tangled red lines. \u003cem\u003eToolpath animation\u003c\/em\u003e will solve \t\t\t\tthis problem: this new feature shows the cutter while moving along the toolpath. The video shows this \t\t\t\tfor the V-carved 'William' sign.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eYou can set the speed, and as an alternative you can use the slider to quickly reach any position on the \t\t\t\ttoolpath. Drawing the cutter on its true size may obscure what you want to see, so this true size is \t\t\t\toptional.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1978\/9859\/files\/DPV8-04.png?v=1730964620\" title=\"DeskProto CNC Software | SainSmart\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software simulation for rotary machining\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnlimited number of geometry support tabs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eIn previous DeskProto versions the geometry support tab option did not always offer sufficient \t\t\t\tfuntionality. Only four tabs were possible (front, back, left and right), always parallel to the main \t\t\t\taxes, treated like all other geometry. In Version 8 the Support tabs have been improved: you now can set \t\t\t\tany number of tabs, in any position and (in top view) any orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e  \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe supports now also are a seperate class, shown in a different color and not belonging to the \t\t\t\tgeometry. So an area set to 'All geometry' will not include them, and when skipping all area around the \t\t\t\tgeometry the supports will not be cut loose from the rest of the block.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-container\"\u003e \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/DeskProto8-Laser-rotary.jpg\" title=\"DeskProto CNC Software | SainSmart\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software simulation for rotary machining\" width=\"100%\"\u003e  \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaser engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- 视频元素 --\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eMany modern CNC machines have a laser option built in or available as optional extra. For instance \t\t\t\tmachines made by Makera, SainSmart, Snapmaker, ...). So users have asked us to add laser support to \t\t\t\tDeskProto: in version 8 we have done so!\u003c\/p\u003e  \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eLaser engraving is now possible for Vector operations. You can simply select the laser as one of your \t\t\t\tcutters (your machine definition and postprocessor must have been set to support laser). This means that \t\t\t\tsome exciting options are now available for the laser: you can not only engrave (or cut) a flat sheet of \t\t\t\tmaterial, you can also laser engrave a part on a rotation axis, and you can project the laser toolpaths \t\t\t\ton any curved surface that you have machined.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cvideo autoplay=\"1\" muted=\"1\" playsinline=\"1\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software for creating rotary toolpaths for rectangular blocks\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- 视频源 --\u003e \t\t\t\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/72ee2e0597a641db8205daa0812513bf.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003c!-- playing error with text --\u003e \t\t\tYour browser does not support the video tag. \t\t\t\u003c\/source\u003e \t\t\u003c\/video\u003e \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther special cutters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eFor advanced users DeskProto offers a number of special cutters. 'Normal' cutters will have a shape that \t\t\t\t(vaguely) resembles a vertical cylinder and will rotate round the axis of that cylinder. The special \t\t\t\tcutters are different: \t\t\t\tThe Circular saw offers a high material removal rate, which makes it an efficient cutter for roughing. \t\t\t\tAt least for geometries without cavities that are too small for the saw-blade. The video shows this on a \t\t\t\tmachine with a horizonal Z-axis: in DeskProto the saw-blade will move up dan down. As you can see a \t\t\t\tspecial machine is needed. \t\t\t\tThe Chainsaw is used in the same way as the circular saw. \t\t\t\tThe Rounded disk cutter can be seen as a circular saw with a very thick saw blade that is rounded. In \t\t\t\tthe Help file you can find an image. \t\t\t\tThe Horizonal cutter has the shape of a 'normal' cutter, however it is oriented horizontally and travels \t\t\t\tover the part following a 2D path.\u003c\/p\u003e  \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe last two special cutters are of a different type, as they do not remove chips: \t\t\t\tThe Laser cutter has been described in the previous section. \t\t\t\tThe Hot wire cutter is meant for cutting polystyrene (EPS): the hot wire will melt a path through the \t\t\t\tblock. The wire is a straight line, and in DeskProto both ends make the same 2D movement. Intended use \t\t\t\tis roughing, especially for rotary parts.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 id=\"Various\"\u003eMore new features and fixes:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe new version comes with more nice new features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eYour mouse now can be used as \u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring tool\u003c\/strong\u003e: click on two points on the screen to measure the distance in-between.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor rotary machining you now can define an \u003cstrong\u003eEccentric block\u003c\/strong\u003e, so a (rectangular) block where the rotation axis is not in the center of the block.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe part parameters now offer a Set size option for the material block (instead of editing the minimum and maximum limits).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn addition to the collet collision check DeskProto now also offers a \u003cstrong\u003eMotor collision check\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA fix for a nasty error on some machines: the rotation axis could rotate in the wrong direction (when that path was shorter than the prescribed path), damaging the part. DeskProto V8 can add an extra point to a rotary toolpath for each movement above 180 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen rotary machining a vector file the vector drawing is wrapped around a cylinder. In some cases (with 3D vector files) that is not desired: DeskProto V8 offers an option to NOT wrap the vector file.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport for the \u003cstrong\u003e3MF format\u003c\/strong\u003e: the new 3D file standard format that has been defined in order to replace the STL standard.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRotating your view with the mouse is quite handy, however not when you use both Rhino (CAD software) and DeskProto: the same mouse movement will have completely different results. This is quite annoying, so \u003cstrong\u003eRhino users\u003c\/strong\u003e will be glad to use the new option \"\u003cem\u003eLock Z-axis vertical on screen\u003c\/em\u003e\" in the DeskProto preferences, which will make DeskProto Mouse rotation the same as in Rhino.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBackground information for programmers: the version of the Qt programming toolkit has been updated, from Qt5 to Qt6.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnd of course (as always) many small bugs have been fixed and many small layout improvements have been applied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eUpdates\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeskProto V 8.0 is a major update, meaning that for users of previous DeskProto versions this will be a paid update. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAny client who has bought his\/her V7.1 license after \u003cstrong\u003eMay 1st, 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e will receive an update to Version 8 \u003cstrong\u003efree of charge\u003c\/strong\u003e (V7 unlocking codes cannot be used for V8). These free DeskProto V8 licenses will be sent in November, either directly to the end-user or to the DeskProto dealer that sold the original license.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the past we have found that some of these emails have been delivered in a spam box. Bad luck, I suppose that this was caused by the word \"free\" being used too many times... So in case you are entitled to receive a free V8 update and have not yet received it: please \u003cstrong\u003echeck your spam email box\u003c\/strong\u003e and\/or \u003cstrong\u003econtact your reseller\u003c\/strong\u003e. If that does not help then send us an email.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeskProto V8 is available for Microsoft Windows, for Apple MacOS and for Linux.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eWindows\u003c\/strong\u003e it needs Win10 or newer, setups for WinXP (SP3) and for Win7 available on request.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eMacOS\u003c\/strong\u003e it needs Catalina (10.15) or newer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eLinux\u003c\/strong\u003e it has been developed and tested using Ubuntu 20.04, still it should also work on most other popular Linux distributions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-container\"\u003e  \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/dp71-rect-block-cad-toolp.png\" title=\"DeskProto CNC Software | SainSmart\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software for creating rotary toolpaths for rectangular blocks\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeskProto V7.1 Can Create Rotary Toolpaths for a Rectangular Block\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eA highly appreciated feature in DeskProto V7 is its ability to create rotation axis toolpaths. Not just \t\t\t\tby wrapping a flat design around a cylinder, but real rotary toolpaths that follow the 3D geometry. This \t\t\t\tis a great tool for any user of a CNC machine with a fourth axis.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eSo far, DeskProto has always used a cylinder-shaped block for all rotary projects, and many users have \t\t\t\trequested support for rectangular blocks for rotary machining. We are very happy to announce that \t\t\t\tVersion 7.1 now supports rectangular blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe screenshot above shows the Venus geometry in a rectangular block (the orange lines indicate the \t\t\t\tblock). On the right side, 4th axis toolpaths are present (for three roughing layers). For a cylindrical \t\t\t\tblock, these toolpaths would have been full circles, cutting air when the block was rectangular. This \t\t\t\tcutting air is no longer needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/dp71-rect-block-simul.png\" title=\"DeskProto CNC Software | SainSmart\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software simulation for rotary machining\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimulation Now Also for Rotary Machining\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eA second feature request that has been made many times was simulation for rotation axis toolpaths. \t\t\t\tCalculating such simulation is much more difficult than for 3-axis machining, so it has taken us \t\t\t\tconsiderable time to add this feature. It involved implementing a completely new simulation algorithm \t\t\t\tbased on voxels.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eThe resolution of the simulation can be set in the Part parameters. As you can see in the screenshots \t\t\t\tabove, the new algorithm works effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item\"\u003e \t\t\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/dp71-postproc-placeholders.png\" title=\"DeskProto CNC Software | SainSmart\" alt=\"DeskProto CNC Software postprocessor options using placeholders\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \t\t\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful New Postprocessor Options Using Placeholders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \t\t\u003cdiv class=\"flex-features-item-content\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eA postprocessor is the part of a CAM program that converts the toolpath data to a format suited for a \t\t\t\tspecific machine or controller. DeskProto features a \u003cstrong\u003econfigurable postprocessor\u003c\/strong\u003e: any \t\t\t\tuser can add and edit postprocessors using a graphical interface. This is unique, as many CAM programs \t\t\t\trequire purchasing each new postprocessor, which can be more expensive than the complete DeskProto \t\t\t\tlicense.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003eIn DeskProto V7.1, new functionality has been added to this configurable postprocessor: it is now \t\t\t\tpossible to add information about the current project to the NC file using \u003cem\u003eplaceholders\u003c\/em\u003e: code \t\t\t\twords enclosed in curly brackets {}. In the screenshot above, eight placeholders are present. When \t\t\t\twriting the NC file, each placeholder is replaced by the actual value it represents. The \"Show example\" \t\t\t\tbutton allows you to preview the result. For instance, {TOOLNAME} is replaced by the cutter's name: \t\t\t\t\"Ball nose, radius 2 = diameter 4 mm.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\t\u003cp\u003ePlaceholders are available for several values that can be useful in the NC file. Check the Help file for \t\t\t\ta complete list. Placeholders can be used in most edit fields in the postprocessor dialog and in the \t\t\t\tOperation's Start\/End commands.\u003c\/p\u003e \t\t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003chr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eThe DeskProto Multi-Axis Edition for Rotary Machining and More\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Multi-Axis edition includes all DeskProto options for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining. The fourth axis \tsupport is particularly strong, allowing for one continuous helix toolpath. DeskProto offers this for all types of \tCAD data: 3D geometry (STL files), vector curves (DXF, EPS, SVG), and bitmap data (JPG, BMP, etc.). The result is a \tCAM program that enables the production of even the most complicated models. The software is available for Windows, \tMacOS, and Linux.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe extra features that DeskProto Multi-Axis offers include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eContinuous rotation axis machining: during machining, the part is rotated by the fourth axis.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eIndexed rotation axis machining: the fourth axis is used to machine the part from several sides.\u003c\/li\u003e \t\u003cli\u003eFive-axis machining (indexed): the model can be machined from almost all sides.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Venus STL file is a free download, available on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/download\/freemodels.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDownload Free CAD Models\u003c\/a\u003e page. More information on machining a \tVenus model can be found in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/download\/manuals.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTutorial Book\u003c\/a\u003e and in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/support-videos\/videos-venus.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRotary Instruction Videos\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis DeskProto edition is often sold to hobby users, who need low-cost CAM software, and to schools, which require \tuser-friendly CAM software. For schools and hobbyists, DeskProto is available under a special license (limited use \tfor commercial applications).\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eThe DeskProto Multi-Axis Edition Offers 4-Axis and 5-Axis CNC\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Multi-Axis edition includes all functions available in the Expert Edition. In addition, you can create toolpaths \tfor 4-axis machines and for some types of 5-axis machines. All strategies shown on the Expert page are available for \tboth three-axis jobs and indexed machining. The illustrations below show the extra strategies for continuous \trotation. When 'Parallel, around A' is selected, DeskProto can create one long helix toolpath.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e \t\u003cimg alt=\"Parallel paths strategy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/strategy_rotaxis_parallel_x-web.gif\" style=\"width: 200px;\"\u003e \t\u003cimg alt=\"Parallel rotary paths strategy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/strategy_rotaxis_parallel_a-web.gif\" style=\"width: 200px;\"\u003e \t\u003cimg alt=\"Block toolpaths strategy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/images\/strategy_rotaxis_block-web.gif\" style=\"width: 200px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIndexed machining can be done on both a 4-axis machine (A-axis) and a five-axis machine (A-axis and B-axis). Extra \twizards are available for continuous rotation ('Rotary machining') and for indexed machining ('Two or more sides, \tautomatic rotation'). Additionally, some custom wizards for jewelry applications are present (123WaxRing, JWX-30 wax \tring).\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eApplication Examples for the DeskProto Multi-Axis Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe DeskProto Multi-Axis edition is designed for users needing more than three axes, such as model makers creating \tcomplex models, jewelers requiring wax models, and artists machining sculptures from all sides.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eDeskProto can be combined with any 3D CAD program and any CNC milling machine. Here are some examples of the extra \toptions offered by this edition:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003e \t\t\u003cimg alt=\"Venus sculpture, 4-axis\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/photos\/venus-thumb.jpg\" style=\"width: 100px;\"\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003eRotation axis machining: the model rotates during machining (Continuous rotation). The rotation axis (also \t\tcalled the fourth axis or A-axis) resembles a barbecue spit.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003e \t\t\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/gallery\/enneper.php\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cimg style=\"width: 100px;\" alt=\"Silver jewelry\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/photos\/enneper-thumb.jpg\"\u003e \t\t\u003c\/a\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003eA rotation axis can also be used for \"indexed machining\": machine two or more sides, using plain XYZ machining \t\tfor each side. The A-axis rotates the part in between sides. This is offered by DeskProto's wizard 'Two or more \t\tsides'.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003e \t\t\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/support-videos\/videos-jewelry.php\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cimg style=\"width: 100px;\" alt=\"Complicated wax ring model\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/photos\/threesided-thumb.jpg\"\u003e \t\t\u003c\/a\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003eFor rings (jewelry wax models), a combination of the above methods is often used: Autoflip plus Rotary.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003e \t\t\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/gallery\/austin-5ax.php\"\u003e \t\t\t\u003cimg style=\"width: 100px;\" alt=\"Austin Healey car model\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deskproto.com\/photos\/austin-thumb.jpg\"\u003e \t\t\u003c\/a\u003e \t\u003c\/div\u003e \t\u003cdiv\u003eThis car model of an Austin Healey \"Frogeye\" has been machined from all sides using five-axis machining. Even \t\tthe undercut area around the pedals could be machined.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"SainSmart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49290457841818,"sku":"101-60-SWDP","price":241.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/coretarps.co.uk\/products\/deskproto-hobby-license-key","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}