Downloading G-Code to LOCKFORMER PLASMA

[gwittlock]

Does anyone know of a way to download a standard G-Code file to a Lockformer plasma? I have heard that there is a third party software package available to do this but can not seem to find it. Any help would be appreciated.

[CNCTECHNICIAN1]

What is the controller that is on it??

[gwittlock]

What I know is that it is a Vulcan 200B machine and I believe the control is a lockformer control.

[CNCTECHNICIAN1]

I do know i can make this work with a program called Predator software. Where are you located If you are close i could stop in and see if i can get it communicating. Private message me and we will talk.
Thanks
Matt

[gwittlock]

Matt,

I would like to discuss this further with you. Is there anyway I can call you? I would have you call me but I would rather it be on my dime. I live in Alabama. I am already creating G-Code I just don't know how to get it in to the control. It appears that it is a proprietary control and does not let you do that. Is this true?

[psrigley]

did you get this solved? I have a used lockformer plasma with a vulcan controller on it and am not real happy about the $5600 vulcan wants for their software.
thank you

[gwittlock]

I have been succesful with a couple of lockformer machines. It depends on the control and software version

[psrigley]

The controller is actually "Lockformer Vulcan". Mine is Model AMC4/5395