Software Features New Programming Tools and More
February 1, 2015
CNC Software's newly released Mastercam X8 features a new suite of programming tools focused on delivering speed, automation and efficiency to machining jobs. Mastercam X8 introduces new Solids features, UI improvements, Usability/Workflow improvements and more.
Mastercam's Dynamic Motion technology for creating toolpaths takes into consideration a broad data set. To create the most efficient cutting motion possible, Dynamic toolpaths calculate not only the area where metal will be removed, but also take into account the changing condition of the material throughout various stages of machining.
The Solids interface and workflow has been completely redone for Mastercam X8 to make constructing and editing solids easier and more intuitive. Every existing Solids function has been updated to reflect this new workflow. Along with the new interface, there are new features such as Live Preview, Hands-on Drag Controls. Direct Editing has been improved to make the process of model preparation easier.
Mastercam X8 offers improved usability and customization ability. Panels can now be automatically hidden, docked to either side of the window or undocked and placed outside of Mastercam. The graphics display has been upgraded to provide cleaner aesthetics, and clearer, more responsive selection. New icons provide a consistent color palette that is modern and colorblind friendly.
Additional tools in Mastercam X8 include:
- 2D High Speed Toolpaths have been improved
- Mill-Turn includes the ability to define and select reference positions for the approach and retract moves in operations
- Multiaxis Roughing is a new strategy that allows for the easy creation of multi-axis pocketing toolpaths to rough out pockets based on a floor or ceiling shape
- Lathe toolpaths can now be included in stock model operations, which can be used for subsequent milling operations
- The new Contour Roughing toolpath is designed to take passes parallel to chained geometry.
For more information contact:
Michelle Nemeth
CNC Software, Inc.
671 Old Post Road
Tolland, CT 06084
860-875-5006
info@mastercam.com
www.mastercam.com
Southeast
AL, GA, TN
Allan Drost
CAD/CAM Solutions
2636 Peachtree Walk
Duluth, GA 30096
770-982-3400
cadcamso@mindspring.com
www.cadcamsolutions.net
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