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Due to its very modern micro controller no control box is required, the

interface fits into the same housing where the dongles had been

located under DOS.

Due to the high processing speeds of the micro controller circular

archs are running down more smoothly. Therefore, higher feeds are

no problem.

The Simpleness

It is initiated by a clear structure of the menu and of the program inter-face and is continued over the drawing up to the setting of the millingparameters.

For PCTurn for Windows the CAM data are immediately generated whendrawing. The user will not be aware of it. Thus it is possible e.g. to crea-te a hole by triple mouse clicks.

The drawing functions are quite simple when using the mouse. You canfor instance select several intersections in order to shift them, etc.

The whole compensation of the installation is reduced to clicking onthe existing machine, the used control and the entry of the requiredsteps to overwrite the spindle clearance.

There are lots of helps available in the program for unexperience CNCusers, which facilitate the work with the machine.There are for instance feed values for preset materials which guaranteeimmediate success without risk of broken die.

The safety

Before outputting a drawing at the control, the whole milling tool pathis being calculated and displayed on the screen. This way, you can seewhere the program had to perform a compensation of the clearance orwhere you have to enter accelerating or braking ramps or if the cutteris leaving the working area.

Before chipping, PCTurn for Windows will notice if milling depths havebeen followed or if a collision of the cutter e.g. with the vice mightoccur and will indicate a corresponding warning.

PCTurn, the CAD software for the directcontrol of our turning and milling machi-nes

PCTurn has proven its reliability in the every day’s use.Continuous improvements and enhancements guarantee a currentstate-of-the-art.PCTurn is variably applicable in the moled making and pattern con-struction as well in the development, in fine mechanical shops,schools, training centres, as in all fields of model making. No matter ifit is concerning single parts or small series with high repeat accuracy,there is no limit to variety.

What is PCTurn?Lots of solutions on the market are isolated applications. This meansfor the necessary processing steps:

1. generate a CAD drawing 2. have the milling tool path calculated by a CAM software 3. output them by a post processor to 4. the control.

To do so, the user needs different software packages.

With PCTurn you can work with one single harmonised package.

With PCTurn for Windows, the philosophy is to draw in the same way ason scale paper, which can be taken out of the DOS versions.

E.g. a software for drawing, simulating and processing.

The hardware interfacePCTurn for Windows uses a hardware interface to output the steps at

the control.

This has several advantages:

There are no complicated release codes, which need to be sent back

and forth by email.

Each demo version becomes a full version by the "dongle". Updates

to higher versions are possible without replacing the dongle.

There are generally no problems with the compatibility between dif-

ferent Windows versions as the interrupt core of the operating system

is not being influenced. PCTurn for Windows is working with: WIN98,

WINDOWS 2000 and with WINDOWS XP operating systems.

As the hardware interface takes over calculating power of the PC, an

under-performing PC is still enough to control a machine tool.

The hardware interface which we have developed with the principle

to process steps as “driving packages" will ensure at any time that

the steps are always generated precisely timed. The capability of real

time is generated by a buffer function.

“Scale 1:6 ” Landing gear of an F22 aircraft model withturbo-jet drive. The landing gear is pneu-matically retractable, spring mounted andequipped with a wheel brake. All parts(apart from the shock absorber) are turnedand milled with PCTurn.

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The "permanent" manual

With this manual, we stroke a new path. It is an activemanual which is displayed as HTML pages via the Internetbrowser. The individual pages are linked among one ano-ther with the main directory and the subdirectories.

Each window contains its proper pages of the manual.Therewith it is guaranteed that the user will always get thecorrect information, which he is searching for. And this atany place in the software.

The manual is standarly opened with the green buttons:

The capability

There are no more limits concerning the size of drawings orof the processing speed.

With pcturn for Windows you can control four axes. Threeaxes can interpolate linearly as well as in a curve (helix).

In the three-axes operation, the interpolation speed rea-ches a pulse-frequency of up to 30KHz. This way, it is pos-sible to achieve very rapid movements or also feeds at highresolution.

For the first time a "Look ahead" function is being included.It estimates the tool pathes for milling and accordinglyswitches the function of the ramp on or off. This way, circu-lar pathes or 3D objects can be created with feeds in therange of rapid movements.

It is possible to perform any common machining methods.Pocketing with cycles, clearing, drilling, etc.

With the EXTRAS functions further options available: Forexample laser gas cutting.

The help system

The speciality of pcturn for Windows is the 4-step helpsystem.

Tooltip texts

Each command button is provided with a reference text,which shows up when the mouse stays on the button for alittle while.

The status row

For each action which you perform with pcturn forWindows, the software will give you important informationin the status row.

Example when drawing a rectangle:

Example of the simulation:

Information frames

For some screen masks information frames are included.Here you will find additional information.

For example

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Technical data:

CADDrawing:

linesholescircles / ellipsesrectangles / squaredividing plate objectprefab components (projected)

Changingchamfer corners (projected)round cornersradius on a linerotatemovescalecopydelete / cut outpaste

Presentationone-, two- and three window modegrid on / offtool path milling on / offintersections on / offzoom / scale downshiftincrement 0.001 to 999 mm or freely definable

CAMSimulation and processing in three axesProcessing

inside / outside / centerinfeed at several depthsclearing (PLUS software) (projected)finishingwithoutwithmultiplefeed motion pattern (projected)milling direction right / leftcutter plunge at point (projected)

Tool datadiametercutter lengthtotal lengthmaximum feed per milling pathtool replacement (PLUS software)origin positionspeed control (PLUS software projected)

ControlMachine

loadchangesaveclamping material and dimensions

Electronicsloadchangesave

Step motor ramp settingseparate ramp X- /Y- and Z-axisloadchangesaveLook ahead functionlinear / exponential

Hardware interface (standard)8 bit microprocessorserial / USB inputprotected transmission protocolparallel output

- 4 x cycle-, 1x direction output- 1 x speed output (8 bit)- 4 x reference switch input

or- 4 x cycle-, 4 x direction output- 4 x reference switch input

maximum pulse-frequency in three-axis interpolation: 30KHzseperate power supply unit

Fig.: “Truck rim 1:8”

Fig.: “Circular interpolation andengraving”

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Already upon starting the software you will get a tipfor the use of Pcturn for Windows.

As for the DOS software, draw the object on millimeterpaper on the screen. In order to draw the object fromlines, click on the button “Line”

You draw a line object by clicking with the mouse onthe starting point first, and then on the end point onthe millimeter paper.This way, you draw the lines one by one. After closingor by clicking the right mouse button, the CAM para-meter window will show up. By clicking on “Yes”, thevalues are taken over.

The object is done and the CAM parameters are crea-ted. Now you can mill the object. You have the optionto simulate the milling process first.

With the option change you can arrange a last drawnobject in a pitch circle. The radius and starting angleare directly formed from the X- and Y- values of the 1stintersection of the object.

PCDreh f0r Windows - millingversion

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Of course, you can use the icon libraries with MegaNC or add your own

constructions or details as components to the libraries.

After the construction of the component or after importing data (2D: .prt,

dxf, .dwg; 3D: prt, .sat, .stl) the stock definition will be performed with

the CAD tools.

The CAD geometries are directly assigned to the milling strategies. This

is contours, pockets and holes as well as specific cycles in 2,5 D.

In 3D you can rough and finish axially parallel and oriented to angles.

Furthermore, there are strategies to machine surfaces and for Z-level

finishing. In order to prevent the tools from damages, you can provide

the milling toolpathes with plunge ramps and approach cycles.

MegaNC 2006 is the consequent solution for everyone who wants to use his CAD data directly for the production. Powerful CAM functionality - integrated into the common 2D- /3D construction environment - guarantees a plus of operating comfort and performance.

The basis of MegaNC is the well-known, professional CAD system MegaCAD. The modern CAD system makes available comprehensive options for construction in 2D and 3D with easy operation. All functionsfor the draft, construction or 3D modeling are made available to the user in a practical way.

Powerful construction methods

Diversity of functions - the correct tool at any time

Groups in symbol manager

Assign from milling technology to contours

Mega NCThe powerful CAD / CAM solution

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Overview of the features of MegaNC

Professional 2D-/3D constructions

Interface for data import and export

Complete CAD/CAM integration

Changes of the geometry directly result in a new operation

Powerful milling strategies

Direct DNC operation with manual control NCdrive

Simulation and optimization

Please consider the toolpath correction and the stock allowance forroughing for any operation.

The user can create a library for his tools and call them off for thecorresponding milling task.

All defined operations will be shown in the Technology Manager. You alsohave the option to change parameters later on or to resort the order of theoperations.

Definition of tools in the library

TehnologieManager for the overview and change

MegaNC - 3D construction 3D finishing

The universal 4 axis step motor control

MegaNC - milling toolpaths in 2,5 D

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Overview of NCdrive features

Milling & Turning

MillingWindows user interface

Milling4 axis simultaneously

MillingUnlimited toolpath preview

MillingTool radius correction

MillingTool change

MillingLength measuring of tools

MillingHelix interpolation

Milling3D simulation

MillingOperation cycles

The NCdrive is a PC based CNC control for step motors to output cycle and

direction signals for up to 4 axis with unlimited preview of the toolpath.

NCdrive represents a user interface for direct control of the machine

(DNC). When using the complete solution for CAD/CAM, MegaNC-NCdrive

the created NC code will be made available together with all parameters

and setting for the operation on the machine.

Intension

NCdrive consequently uses the high performance of most modern

hardware and of the Windows operating system. This way, a performance

had been realized which can compete with the high end CNC controls of

the upscale machine tools.

Just like those machines, the NCdrive NC codes (DIN 66025, others via

optional preprocessors), supports manifold further NC commands and

cycles and allows the operation of the machine in the setup and

automatic operation (fig. 1). In addition, the comprehensive functions for

direct milling of contours and pockets is available as an innovative

particularity - by simple entry of parameters, it is not required to create

NC codes for those functions (fig. 2).

Fig 1: NCdrive Automatik

Fig 2: NCdrive Zyklen

NC DriveThe universal 4 axis step motor control

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Configuration and settings

The NCdrive allows comprehensive configurations of the machine

functions. It concerns the definition of the presetting of parameters of

the machine and of optional add-on devices (vacuum cleaner, tool

changer, length measuring of tools, …). Of course, the CNC machine is

factory-made operatively preconfigured. This way, the user has the

option to adapt and optimize or to add it to the "machining center".

Safety

Before the first chip is flying off, the milling operation can be controlled

in the graphic simulation NClyzer light. In this way, the user will get the

safety he needs to work in a relaxed way.

Hardware

The NCdrive uses the PC processor for the user interface and for all

computation-intensive operations. The highly dynamic control of the NC

drive motors in real time is assumed by a special controller which is

being delivered together with the software.

The connection is performed via a serial interface or a USB adaptor.

This way also a milling machine with step motor can achieve the dynamic

and smoothness of a machine with servo drive.

Options

Due to the modular structure of the NCdrive software there are different

options for the operation of the existing machines available. It ranges

from comprehensive manual operation with integrated operation macros

and DIN code import and interpretation up to the complete

2D/3D-CAD/CAM Suite.

Due to the integration of potentially separated relay inputs and outputs,

it is also possible to switch additional equipment.

The manual control for the direct DNC operation of the machine is also

part of the CAD/CAM tool MegaNC which is being extended by another

powerful interface for direct machine control.

NCdrive extern Box

Konfiguration NCdrive

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CNC controller - the step-motor full control combines all requiredcomponents to automate a CNC machine tool in one machine

Convincing arguments in quality, performance and price:Compact, elaborated housing, including a high-capacity power supply unit, line filter and powerful forced air circulationSimple upgreading for up to 6 control boards for the operation with two seperate machinesPerfectly appropriate for PCTurn and compatible to a similar software4 seperately switchable, potential-free relay outputs in the power sectionOptical axes control by LEDs of different coloursAll connections, connectors and service openings are provided at the front, installation to other housings is possible in a simple wayHigh-grade signal processing for trouble-free operationMonitoring of all control boards by an integrated controlPlug & Play control boardsOperating current and holding current are seperately adjustable for the corresponding step motorAll outputs to step motors are of short-circuit proof type Integrated switch-off for all three axis in case of malfunction of a control board Largely dimensioned fan, little heat development

Fig.: CNC-controller VI

Fig.: CNC-controller III

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Two seperate ports withthree slots eachOptical axes control by LEDsof different colours

Two seperate connectionson the PC for two differentmachines

On/Off switch at thefront side easily ope-ratedPower input with fusefrom the front

Largely dimensionedfan

The control boards can simplybe mounted by opening theinsertion slot

Pluggable controlboards with largelydimensioned coolantbody

Current and holdingtorque individuallyadjustable

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Adapter kit milling CNC - appropriate for OPTI BF20 (L) VARIO

Fig.: Extent of supply MK F20DP

Hardware MK F20DPStep motors with integrated terminal boardIP 54 - enclosed engine protected against water, chipsExtended axle shaft400 steps per rotation

Very quiet running due to little self resonance Toothed belt of HTP type (High Tork Drive) gatesPlug and play assembly (least assembly time)

MK F20DP for BF20 VARIO / BF20 L VARIO

Hardware consisting of:Z-axis: one step motor 2.2 Nm (bipolar)

one assembly housingone covering plate for assembly housingtwo crown gearsone drive belt

X-and Y-axis: two step motors 2.2 Nm (bipolar)two assembly housingstwo covering plates for assembly housingtwo drive beltstwo crown gearstwo spacersone assembly ring X-axis

5 meters screened cableScrew setAssembly instruction

Hardware MK F20DP 357 0020 590.00

Shop assembly of the hardware “Step motors” 900 0500 250.00for all three axisBall screw spindle per axis 900 0504 150.00

CNC software 358 2020 345.00Version Windows “BASIC”

Add-on software set packet 1 358 2060 170.00“Milling plus” Special functions such as reference switch, toolreplacement, tool change, cutter data base, 4th axis controllable

Add-on software set packet 2 358 2070 170.00“Milling DIN - ISO” Governs DIN - ISO entry commands

CNC Basissoftware 358 2110 300.00“NC driver” including NClyzer

CNC software 357 2060 750.00“MegaNC 2006 2D”

CNC software 357 2070 980.00“MegaNC 2006 3D”

Step motor2,2 Nm, 3 A 357 3304 95.00

Keyboard 357 1945 25.00Water- chip- and dust-proof, flexible, perfect for the use on allmachine tools

Control electronic for step motors

Housing with integrated power supply unit for 3 or 6 slots(one board is required per axis)

CNC - controller III 357 1951 195.00for 3 board slots - without control boards

CNC - controller VI 357 1950 260.00for 6 board slots - without control boards

CNC - control card 357 1960 125.00 X - Y- or Z -axis: per one board

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Detailed information about CNC software “Basic” “milling Plus” and“Milling DIN-ISO” on page 98 - 101

Ball screw spindle pre-finishedX-axis: (BF20) 357 4352 249.00Ball screw spindle 586 mm, with nut

X-axis: (BF20 L) 357 4353 269,00Ball screw spindle 788 mm, with nut

Y-axis: (BF20 L /BF 20) 357 4350 229.00Ball screw spindle 350 mm, with nut

Z-axis: (BF20 L /BF 20) 357 4351 269.00Ball screw spindle 458 mm, with nut and adapter

Assembly kit 357 4355 25.00for ball screw spindle X-,Y-,Z-axis (without spindles)Set for all three axis

CNC instruction 900 0510 500.00One man-day on site, commissioning, introduction to thesystem,... (within Germany)

Detailed information about CNC software “NC driver” and Mega NC2006” on page 102 - 105

Detailed information about CNC controllers on page 106-107

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Z-axis

Step motor withintegrated terminal board

Extendedshaft

Detailed information about the Drilling - milling machinesBF20 Vario / BF20L Vario on pages 24 - 25

X-axis

Y-axis

4.4 NmTorque at

the spindle Z-axis

max. 12 mm/sec. withTrapez spindlemax. 14 mm/sec. withBall screw spindle

max. 14 mm/sec.withTrapez spindlemax. 16 mm/sec. withBall screw spindle

2.75 NmTorque at

the spindle X-axis and Y-axis

max. 14 mm/sec. withTrapez spindlemax. 20 mm/sec. withBall screw spindle

Moving speed

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Fig.: Extent of supply MK D 24 DP

Hardware Step motors with integrated terminal boardIP 54 - enclosed engine protected against water, chipsExtended axle shaft400 steps per rotation

Very quiet running due to little self resonance Toothed belt of HTP type (High Tork Drive) gatesPlug and play assembly (least assembly time)High torque

MK D21DP for D 210 X 400/ D 250 X 400/550MK D24DP for D 240 X 500 GMK D28DP for D 280 X 700 G

Hardware consists of:Z-axis: one step motor 4.5 Nm (bipolar)

one assembly housingone covering plate assembly housingtwo toothed beltsone drive beltone rotary shaft seal

X-axis: one step motor 2.2 Nm (bipolar)one assembly housingone covering platetwo toothed beltsone drive beltone shaft extension

5 meters screening cableScrew kitAssembly instruction

Hardware MK D21DP 357 0210 490.00

Hardware MK D24DP 357 0240 490.00

Hardware MK D28DP 357 0280 490.00

Shop assembly of hardware “Step motors” 900 0500 250.00

Fig.: CNC-Controller VIFig.: CNC-Controller III

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CNC instruction 900 0510 500.00One man-day on site, commissioning, introduction to thesystem,... (within Germany)

Keyboard 357 1945 25.00Water- chip- and dust-proof, flexible, perfect for the use on allmachine tools

Control electronics for step motorsDetailed information about CNC controllers on page 106 - 107Housing with integrated power supply unit for 3 or 6 slots(one board is required per axis)

CNC - Controller III 357 1951 195.00for 3 board slots - without control boards

CNC - Controller VI 357 1950 260.00for 6 board slots - without control boards

CNC - Control card 357 1960 125.00 X-, Y- or Z-axis: per one board

“NC driver” including NClyzer 358 2110 300.00

“MegaNC 2006 2D” 357 2060 750.00

For X- axis 2,2 Nm 3A 357 3304 95.00D 240 x 500 G / D 280 x 700 G

For Z- axis 4,2 Nm 6A 357 3307 139.00D 240 x 500 G / D 280 x 700 G

Step motor

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Step motor withintegrated terminal board

Extended shaft

Z-axis

Fig.: flexible Keyboard

6.4 NmTorque on

SpindleZ-axis

Moving speed max. 12 mm/sec.

2.2 NmTorque on

Spindle X-axis

Moving speed max. 10 mm/sec.

Fig.: OPTI D 240 X 500 G withMPA 3

Detailed information about the lathesD 210x 400 / D 250 x 400 / D 250 x 550 on pages 48 - 49and D 240 x 500 G / D 280 x 700 G on page 128 - 129

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