full 4-axis

Hi Bill,

What are you currently using for CAD/CAM and for controling your
machine ? Still using the Roland machine ?

Do you need vertical sides on the stone settings ?

Do you have a drawing or file that would show what you're trying to
machine ?

I've been working on some 4-axis basic software functions for my own
use, but it may work for your needs. If you want to be a guinea-pig
and give it a try then contact me off-list, see:
http://www.rainnea.com/cnc_software.htm

Regards,
Rab

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., William Reidsema <wreidsema@y...> wrote:
> Hello All,
> Back to the question of a full 4 axis
> simultaneous interpolation software. Does such a
> software exist? Is it within the reach of a
> home-hobbyist's budget? Please don't confuse this with
> most
> post processor software that merely switches another
> axis with the rotary axis. I'm a jeweler and I make
> rings. Switching an axis with my mill's rotary axis
> makes a round stone setting oblong. Of course I can
> compensate for that mathematically, but then the stone
> setting is curved on top. There must be something out
> there that would work.
> Thanks,
> Bill Reidsema
>