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.This section describes the Backplot functions in the Editor Ribbon.
The optional 3D/2D backplot in CIMCO Edit v7 is used for the simulation of CNC programs. The Backplot configuration is accessible through the icons or .
The graphical backplotter shows the toolpath for milling and turning operations. You can simulate NC programs for Milling operations using wireframe or solid view, as well as solid animation. For Turning operations, you can use wireframe simulation and solid animation.
The solid animation visualizes the manufacturing process of the piece. The simulation allows you to observe the stock being removed by the tool, and thus get a complete and intuitive visualization of the toolpath.
Within the Backplot tab, you can select either Backplot Window or Solid Animation. In the Backplot Window the toolpath is visualized as a wireframe, and a Solid Model of the workpiece can be created. In Solid Animation, the operations are visualized on a material block and show the manufacturing process. You cannot toggle between Backplot Window and Solid Animation during the dynamic simulation.
In Backplot mode, the NC program is displayed in the left pane of the window, while the plot is shown in the right pane. You can stop and restart the simulation, control the speed and direction of the tool movement, etc.
During the dynamic simulation, a gray bar shows in the CN program, which NC block is being processed. You can use Full Screen to make the graphical simulation cover the whole screen without showing the program. You can also skip through the NC codes with the options Jump to next tool, Jump to next cutting pass and Jump to next move.
Dynamic zoom, pan, rotate and measuring functions can be used to analyze the plot.
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You need a backplot enabled license key to use this function. |
