Originally Posted by
KIE7
I'd please need some input on software...
I am new to CNC and the last couple of weeks tried to learn and research how it all works.
Anyway, we are setting up a new shop with a Techno LC 4848 / High Speed / 5hp Spindle and 4th axis Attachment.
I'm still trying to figure out, what CAM Package would be right for us?
We will do Models and Prototypes, Mold and Die, in wood, plastic and HD Foam, possibly some Non-FE-Metals, etc.
Files will either be Rhino or some .iges translations.
Nearly all jobs will be "one-offs", no Production runs.
Right now I am looking at either Visual Mill Pro 6.0 or Mastercam Router Pro.
Of course there is quite a difference in price here, and I've heard so far that you just get what you pay for. However, how much CAM do I need?
I of course like the idea of Mastercam having more toolpath strategies, that might be very helpful as every job will be different than the one before..
Any Model Makers (or comparable Users) out there, willing to share their experience?
Would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks.