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  1. #1
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    Tool path viewer

    Is there a stand alone program that can display a toolpath similar to the way Mach2/3 displays it. I want a viewer that you can rotate the image, and zoom the image in real time. Is there such a progam, and even better is it a freebie?

  2. #2
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    I use a program called cutviewer mill, I have been using the 30 day trial, it will actually simulate the code and cut out a part. It takes some getting use to, but you can figure it out.
    http://www.cutviewer.com/download.htm
    Jon

  3. #3
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    Metacut? http://www.metacut.com/Products/MCUNutshell.htm

    They seem to have two versions, one regular, another "Lite". The lite I think goes for $99. They have a 30-day trial. It seems VERY capable.

  4. #4
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    Benny, The MicroTech CNC simulator didn't cut it for you?
    Al
    CNC, Mechatronics Integration and Custom Machine Design

    “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”
    Albert E.

  5. #5
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    Thanks guys, I am currently downloading the links you posted. I will let you know my vote.

    Al, I know I have posted this question b4, and I did download the Microtech simulator. It is very crashy on my computer and I must admit after a few crashes I gave it the flick.

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