Overview

VISI 2.5 Axis Toolpath is a comprehensive solution designed to streamline CNC programming for 2D machining operations. It offers practical and intuitive tools for creating reliable milling and drilling toolpaths, supporting 4- and 5-axis indexing. By integrating extensive CAD interfaces and a robust tool library, VISI 2.5 Axis Toolpath enhances productivity and efficiency in manufacturing processes.

Features and Capabilities

• Extensive CAD Interfaces
• Supports a wide range of formats, including Parasolid, IGES, CATIA, Creo, UG-NX, STEP, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Inventor, ACIS, DXF, DWG, JT Open, STL, and VDA. This ensures compatibility with data from various suppliers, facilitating seamless integration into existing workflows.
• Comprehensive Tool Library
• Offers an extensive selection of tools, allowing users to choose the most suitable options for specific machining tasks. The intuitive operation manager displays machining operations and selected tools in a simple tree structure, enhancing usability.
• Pocketing, Milling, and Face Milling Operations
• Provides practical solutions for various machining needs, including spiral and zigzag face milling operations with internal island nesting. These operations offer flexibility in cleaning up planar faces and machining profiles.
• Multi-Level Nested Pockets
• Enables the creation of complex pocketing operations with multiple depth levels and nested islands. Users can define draft angles and base radii for pocket and island walls, accommodating intricate designs.
• Automatic Residual Stock Recognition
• Automatically identifies areas of remaining material after initial machining, allowing for efficient re-machining with smaller tools. This feature ensures thorough material removal and optimal surface finish.
• Full Range of Drilling Cycles
• Supports various drilling operations, including center drilling, tapping, reaming, boring, helical milling, thread milling, and mill drill cycles. Selection of diameters and depths directly from the model simplifies parameter entry and reduces errors.
• Optimized Toolpath Movement
• Ensures the shortest distance for tool travel, reducing cycle times and enhancing productivity. The system optimizes toolpath movement to achieve efficient machining operations.
• Obstacle Management and Kinematic Simulation
• Provides tools for managing obstacles and simulating machine kinematics, allowing users to verify and optimize toolpaths before actual machining. This reduces the risk of collisions and enhances process reliability.
• Customizable Postprocessors
• Offers customizable postprocessors to generate reliable and efficient NC code tailored to specific machine tools and controllers. This flexibility ensures compatibility with various CNC machines.
• Reporting Capabilities
• Generates detailed reports in HTML and XLS formats, providing comprehensive documentation of machining operations for analysis and record-keeping.