Q: Stepover for tapered ball mills

Kiri:Moto CAM
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I use several tapered ball mills for 3D carvings.
When setting up the actual geometry the stepover used in the toolpath is based on the flute diameter (for mostly equal to the shaft).
To get a correct stepover, would it not be better to be based on the tip (if not zero)?
Haven’t tried it yet, but I think the same applies to v-bits with a not-zero tip…

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tapered ball mills are not yet supported, though it has been requested

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Can you elaborate? The option appears in the drop-down menu or has this feature been added since your comment?

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there is “end”, “ball”, and “taper”, but not “taper ball” which is a different animal

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