Cheap CAM for Bridgeport Interact 1 MKII TNC155

[Duncs]

Hi everyone!

I need some advice regarding some CAM software which will permit me to import DXF files ( and / or DWG) and which will operative with an old Heidenhain TNC 155 control on a Bridgeport Interact 1 MKII mill....?

I currently use the Heidenhain conversational mode of programming and not the G code but as I understand, the TNC155 is also G code compatible.

I would really like to be able to speed the process up a little as a lot of the work I'm getting now is small batch size and therefore the programming time(especially when stock removal and multi rad arcs are involved) contributes to a large proportion of the total job time.

In actual fact, even a means of off-machine programming would be great so as I can prog. the next item whilst the mill is still running with the current item.
Any advice would be very gratefully received

Duncs.

[andre-dolphin]

Hello Duncs,

Have a look at Dolphin PartMaster - www.dolphin.gb.com

We have a range of products to suit your needs, and have post-processors that output Heidenhain plain language - L X50, Y50, R M etc.

You can download a trial system from the website or call us on 01563 543989 for more info.

Best Regards
Andre

[Duncs]

Thanks Andre!

I'll check it out today