CIMCO Software Suite

CNC-Calc

A BASIC CAD/CAM FOR THE SHOP FLOOR

CIMCO CNC-Calc is an add-on for CIMCO Edit that enables novice programmers to draw 2D geometrical contours, lay out toolpaths for mill and lathe, and simulate the resulting NC program.

The comprehensive set of available functions in CNC-Calc also makes it suitable for handling more complex geometrical drawings. Drawing functions in CNC-Calc include advanced trimming of elements, easy creation of fillets, full support for transformations, many options for snapping to elements, and easy creation of both rectangular and circular bolt hole patterns.

Features

  • Easy to use

    Designed for ease-of-use that enables the user to draw contours fast and easily

  • Smart functions for a faster workflow

    Includes functions for trimming, snapping, rounding corners and generating bolt hole patterns

  • Imports DXF files

    From DXF files generate toolpaths for lathe and mills, such as ISO, Fanuc and Heidenhain controllers.

  • Automatic toolpath calculation in seconds

    CIMCO CNC-Calc performs geometric calculations and toolpath creation in seconds

  • Utilize all the powerful features of CIMCO Edit

    NC-Assistant, Cycles/Macros, file-comparer, graphical backplotter and more

DESIGNED FOR USABILITY AND PRODUCTIVITY

CIMCO CNC-Calc 7 is designed for ease-of-use that enables the user to draw contours fast and easily. It features common functions for drawing lines and circles in relation to the coordinate system and/or existing geometry. Functionality ranges from the plain horizontal line to the complex circle tangent to three elements. It includes advanced trimming capabilities and an easy point and click approach for toolpaths layout. CIMCO CNC-Calc 7 imports DXF files. From DXF files it is possible to generate toolpaths for lathe and mills, such as ISO, Fanuc and Heidenhain controllers. Other features include generation of user-defined compensation types like computer, controller, wear, and reverse wear.
HIGH-QUALITY TOOLPATHS

CIMCO CNC-calc generates high-quality toolpaths which result in reduced machining time, improved surface quality, less tool wear, and longer machine tool life. Toolpaths are layed out directly on your geometrical drawing using a simple point and click approach. Specifying only a minimum of parameters CIMCO CNC-Calc generates and visualizes the toolpaths in an instant.

SINGLE CLICK TRIMMING

Trim between intersections with a single click.The element is automatically broken in two and trimmed to the two intersections closest to where you clicked.

SNAP TO ANYTHING

A wide variety of snap options makes it easy for you to select specific points in your drawing. Snap options such as "snap to intersections" and "snap to circles' and arcs' center points" can be activated separately, in combination, or all at once.

ROUND CORNER INTERSECTIONS

Create fillets on any corner intersections with any radius. Simply specify a radius for your fillet and click on the corner intersections.

TRANSFORMATIONS

CNC-Calc includes all the transformation features expected from a modern 2D CAD system. Offset, mirror, rotate, trans- late, and scale part or all of the geometry.

SINGLE CLICK TRIMMING

Trim between intersections with a single click.The element is automatically broken in two and trimmed to the two intersections closest to where you clicked.

ROUND CORNER INTERSECTIONS

Create fillets on any corner intersections with any radius. Simply specify a radius for your fillet and click on the corner intersections.

INTELLIGENT BOLT HOLE PATTERNS

Create rectangular (rows and columns) and circular (full circle or circle segment) bolt hole patterns in seconds. This cuts down on repetitive tasks and saves you time.