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Best cad cam for sheet metal

Best cad cam for sheet metal

Best cad cam for sheet metal

(OP)
Hi everybody
At the moment i am running radan 2D/3D cad cam system i am wondering if anybody has got an opinion on any other systems worth trying.  
                         thanks Harvey uk

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

If possible try get a look at WiCAM PN4000 cad cam software. They excel at laser functionality and can do anything you require. From dragging laser leads and burn-ins on the nest to stretching parts on the nest, scheduling etc. If you are using Trumpf they will easily support all Laser Tech Tables.
It is a complete 3d / 2D / NC package for all machines and types punching laser, waterjet etc.

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

Hi Their,

We recently purchase SigmaNest software. Excellent product and expandable with lots of options and add on's.
The CAD fetures are OK but the nesting and programing are superb.

We also purchased Rotary laser cutting software from them as well.

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

Just remember: All software sucks, trying to find the one that sucks the least is the trick.

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

Hi,

After 16 years of search for good CAD CAM package for Sheetmetal I found Pro-Engineer. I am using Pro-Engineering Foundation with NC Sheetmetal module for Turrent punch presses. This is truely integrated package I have ever seen for sheet metal fabrication.  Design your sheet metal component, unfold it, tool it up (I am using for Turret Punch Press, can be used for laser too) and post-processing in one single environment.  No DXF conversions necssary at all.  Modification in design reflects in flat and subsiquently in NC file with very little efforts in retooling.  

 

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

SigmaNest my friends, because their support group is superior.

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

Try PEP Technology http://www.peptechnolgy.com.  32 years in business and stronger than ever. PEP is the only software with true CAD correction and nobody beats our Autonesting for maximum material yeild.

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

Hi everybody
Im looking for a CNC controled laser drilling machine with ability of drilling .5 mm dia holes in 6 mm thk steel.
Do you know any manufacturer?
Thanks

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

I'm looking for a good software fom my Aries 245.
Any sugestions boys?

RE: Best cad cam for sheet metal

We are looking for buying an LVD laser (maybe). They work with Lantek Expert Cut. Anyone experience with that software?

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