W AUTOMATIC 5-AXIS MACHINING AND TRADE TOOLPATHS AUTOMATIC 5-AXIS MACHINING AND TRADE TOOLPATHS
The WorkNC 5-axis module is above all easy to use and is well
suited to the needs of mold, tool and die makers as well as
those of a number of other industries including aerospace and
automobile.Parts with both deep cavities and relatively flat shallow areascan be machined using the automatic 5-axis machining
functions of 'AUTO-5'. This module automatically converts 3-
axis toolpaths into 5-axis toolpaths improving both surface
finish quality and tool service life through the use of shorter
tools. These intelligent toolpaths are automatically and dynamicallycontrolled to eliminate any risk of collision and to manage
machine rotation limits.The wide variety of simultaneous 5-axis machining strategiesare easy to implement and provide a high performance
solution for all common requirements including trimming,pocketingand planar machining, as well as specific needs
such as
laser cutting, blades, tubes and impellers ….In addition, from the moment toolpath calculations are run,WorkNC takes into account the
cutting tool, the 5-axis
machinekinematics and
machining head. WorkNC's VisuNC
displays these in 3D and realistic simulations can be run.
or kNC A ut o 5: Forget about complicated5-axis programming! With
WorkNC Auto 5, 3-axis toolpaths are automatically
converted into 5-axis toolpaths. The conversion
automatically takes into
account tool and machine
specifications resulting in
reliable toolpaths. SMART FUNCTIONS MAKEALL THE DIFFERENCE… SMART FUNCTIONS MAKEALL THE DIFFERENCE…
Automatic workshop documentation: WorkNC comes with a powerful function which, with just afew mouse clicks, automatically generates a complete set
of technical data sheets with associated pictures for a
given sequence of toolpaths. Machine operators have at
hand (in print or HTML browser-compatible formats) all the
necessary information they need to machine a part.This documentation can also be customized interactivelyso that only selected information appears. In addition,
several different documentation templates are available
for use on the same sequence. Tool and tool holder libraries: WorkNC includes a tool library in which technical data for
commonly used tools can be stored,its open structure also
enabling import of data from manufacturers' own libraries.The library allows users to associate cutting andmachining strategy parameters (tolerance, stepover, Z
step, ….) to each cutting tool. Then, when a user selects a
tool, all the parameters are automatically transferred to
the toolpath menu ready for calculation, dramatically
reducing time spent on data preparation.
Tool holders can also be created using the library'sintegrated editor and the library also allows users to
associate a tool holder to a selected tool. Simultaneous 5-axis strategies:
- Rolling,- Planar finishing,
- Pocketing,
- Blade machining,
- Laser cutting,- Tube machining,- Impeller machining,
- 3D curve machining,
- Groove machining,
- Drilling… 10 11
WorkNC 5 axis : 5-axis machining made easy! A small training requirement for big productivity gains! WorkNC's renowned ease-of-use, appreciated by thousands of users around the world, can be found in the 5-axis solution. Only a few hours training is required before generating 5-axis toolpaths. Unrivalled ease of use.
WorkNC 5-axis toolpaths are every bit as reliable as WorkNC's 3-axis toolpaths.
Automatic collision management by systematic resetting of machine limits.
Fluid toolpaths avoiding abrupt movements and ensuring the smoothest of trajectories.
Simultaneous 5-axis : With WorkNC 5-Axis machining, ease of use and reliability go hand in handwith improved productivity ! Standard machining sequences (batch mode): WorkNC allows users to benefit from their experience bycreating sequences or typical machining routines accordingto
the style of job and the material to be machined.
These standard machining sequences can automatically
be used on new parts. The entire process for toolpath
creation and holder collision checking can be generated in
batch mode without user involvement.
WorkNC's simultaneous 5-axis toolpathshave been specially designed and tested
to increase productivity and push back
the limits of machining deep cavities, turbines and complex geometries with
undercuts.