Unbundled software CNC

OpenCNC v. 6.5 saves programming time and improves usability across a wide range of machine tools.

By Control Engineering Staff January 2, 2006

OpenCNC v. 6.5 saves programming time and improves usability across a wide range of machine tools. Said to be the first production-proven, unbundled, software CNC built on an open control architecture, the control system integrates off-the-shelf hardware and software technologies. New features include a set of lathe macros with profile definition, finishing, grooving, roughing, and tool definition; hand-wheel feed to manually feed a job stream up to programmed cutting and traverse speeds; compiled html help menus that are easier to search and navigate; and improved lead screw compensation for rotary axes that reduces setup complexity, saves programming time, and contributes to machining accuracy with better positioning. www.mdsi2.com

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