[CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Image to solid

I know there is the debate about .stl's

Apparently modern CAM packages will pick out features and mill accordingly.
I think this is only really becomes relevant to 4 axis and above. If you
generate the .stl with a very fine triangulation, the tool marks will
surpass the resolution of the triangles. For hobby stuff, a .stl is easily
managed and passed between programs. .iges files are quite complex and
you'll often get disjoints between programs.

I hope to post pics of my coins when i get this going.

Regards
Roland

On 5 August 2011 06:24, Bob Christie <bob@...> wrote:

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> I know of and have a few programs that do this. I use Mastercam X3 in my
> business and the ART features make quick work of what you want. The downside
> is the price if a seat, not made for the hobby market.
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> I recently sold my beloved Roland PNC3000, the Roland site offers free
> downloads of their programing which will also do what you want. It produces
> a file that is meant to be run on the Rolands, but if I remember right you
> can save as a STL.
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> BTW an STL, tho very popular lately is not a great format for machining,
> but to each their own. I had to throw in my 2 cents worth.
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