A ClearanceCube is a three-dimensional box that surrounds the CAD in the Graphic Display window. You use the box as an offset from the CAD model. This allows the probe tip to use the ClearanceCube to perform safe, collision-free movements around the CAD model. During measurement routine execution, the probe moves to the face of the ClearanceCube to avoid colliding with the part. PC-DMIS disables ClearanceCube by default.
Sample ClearanceCube Surrounding the CAD Model
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Activating ClearanceCube Motion
ClearanceCube Definition - Size tab