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Delcam launches the 2014 release of FeatureCAM feature-based CAM software. The release includes a number of new options for turning, four-axis rotary machining and turn-mill operations. Other enhancements in this release include more strategies for two-axis finishing and easier programming of probing sequences.
FeatureCAM was the world’s first feature-based programming software when it was launched in 1995. Constant development since then has ensured that the system has retained its leadership in programming speed and ease of use, while an increased range of strategies has been added to provide more efficient toolpaths giving greater productivity on a wider range of machines.
The first improvement to turning in FeatureCAM 2014 gives the ability to add fillets to any sharp corners, for example, for automatic deburring, without having to edit the geometry. The user simply has to specify the radius to be applied and all the sharp corners will be filleted automatically. Similar functionality for automated chamfering of corners has been available in FeatureCAM for several years.
Turning simulation has been made more realistic with the ability to program and simulate the movements of the steady-rest that can be used to position large parts during turning and the tailstock that can be used to hold long parts on centre during machining. Collision detection against both these types of accessory is undertaken automatically during both cutting and transfer operations.
Programming of both turn-mill and four-axis equipment has been made much easier with the ability to change the index axis part-way through programming. Previously, all aspects of the part, including features, geometry and curves, would have to be moved if a change in the index axis was required. Now, this can be achieved simply by creating a new user coordinate system and using that as the new index axis.
An improvement to the FeatureCAM interface will make it easier to use a curve to define start points and plunge points for both turning and milling. Users can now pick these curves by clicking on them, instead of having to type the name of the curve.
The ability to incorporate probing routines into machining programs was added in FeatureCAM 2013 to make it easier to undertake unsupervised production operations by allowing automated checks to be carried out before, during and after machining. Programming of these operations has been made easier and quicker with the new ability to incorporate decision-making with built-in options in the software, instead of having to hand-write toolpath edit commands. For example, it is now easier to include a re-machining command if the probing results show that more material needs to be removed from the part.
Finally, a number of extra strategies and options have been added for two-axis finishing. These include the ability to use larger stepovers with automatic machining of any upstands that may be left, continuous spiral machining either from outside to inside or inside to outside, support for stock models created from roughing toolpaths, and automatic avoidance of clamps.
What's fixed in version 20.0.1.40:
A-033627 B FIXED FC Machine sim: New OnSave code in machdsgndoc.cpp has broken tool blocks, so consequently, you can't make a turning machine.md file anymore. related to
A-033379 B FIXED FC Tooling: Probing: Copy Crib command in Tool manager doesn't copy probe tools
A-033414 B FIXED FC Tooling: In the tool properties of the Probe tool it is possible to input wrong values for parameter Lower Shank diameter.
A-033424 B FIXED FC Tooling: Wrong probe shank representation if difference between Shank length and Taper length less than value that about Ball radius
A-033426 B FIXED FC Tooling: In the Tool properties window pasting copy of curve into graphics window for Probe and Side mill tool groups creates incomplete geometry of tool profile.
A-033427 B FIXED FC Tooling: Wrong tool shank of probe tool if tool shape is described using curve
A-033571 B FIXED FC Simulation: 3d sim: Tooling: Probing simulation toolpath not aligned with center of ball
A-033572 B FIXED FC User interface: Tooling: Tool manager preview window scales incorrectly for probe tools
A-033573 B FIXED FC Form Tools: Geometry Constructors: Tooling: User interface: When using probe tool or side mill form curves to create a tool the neck/stem parameters are ignored or incorrectly displayed
A-033574 B FIXED FC Tooling: When creating a new side mill tool (not renaming or copying) the neck length parameter is changed to 0 when the new tool is created
A-031263 B FIXED FC TPEDIT: Fails to create toolpath feature correctly for STRATEGY[ Cycle = Turn, Toolpath = Offset] turning feature
A-033635 B FIXED User interface: Need more space in dialog for strings "End Cut" and "Side Cut" forRussian translation,
A-033608 F FIXED D XPRESS: master code to be distributed to users who contact download support saying that they havenтАЩt received the email with the code.
A-033493 B FIXED FC Probing: Probe tool takes tool number of following cutting operation in nc-code if probe operation is first in operation list.
A-033683 B FIXED Machine sim: The haas vf.cnc seems to have a g53Z0 in the segment start if indexing, but the haas-vf5.md does not have that flag set.
A-033084 B FIXED FC 2-axis milling: Vortex: Helical ramping generated even though 'Helical ramping' option is disabled in the plunge tab.
A-032998 B FIXED D,FC 2-axis milling: vortex: Side Feature shows Vortex in stepover
A-033093 B FIXED API: Switching between UDFs definitions a few times generates zombie features and ghosts
A-032485 B FIXED FC GPF: FC crashes after changing StandardProbing.dll loading from some version to v19.2.0.12.
A-033693 B FIXED D User interface: 3D strategy names in Part Tree
A-033760 T FIXED Build: Need to be able to build installer only for both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of FC. Right now we can only do full build of FC 64bit.
A-033730 B FIXED FC User interface: Symbol ":" in the feature name causes incorrect selection between the feature tree view and the operation list view.
A-033729 B FIXED FC User interface: Symbol ":" in the feature name causes wrong property page selection when double-clicking in the operation list.
A-033677 B FIXED FC user interface: The small version of the closed curve button (of chaining) is incorrect.
A-029253 B FIXED Machine sim: Verify the 5-axis simultaneous results of $dev\testing
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About Delcam plc
Delcam is a world-leading developer and supplier of advanced CADCAM software, with more than 35,000 customers in over 80 countries. These clients vary from global names like Nike, Boeing and Mattel to small start-ups and individual craftsmen. Founded 30 years ago, we are the largest developer of product development software in the UK, with subsidiaries in Europe, America and Asia. Our global success has been recognised with many awards, including three Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in the last six years.
Name: Delcam FeatureCam
Version: 2014 R1 Build 20.0.1.40
Home: www.featurecam.com
Interface: multilanguage
OS: Windows XP / Vista / Seven
Download File Size:727.18 MB
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