Mazak controllers support both EIA/ISO and Mazatrol programming
Here are some fantastic advantages of using EIA/ISO on your Mazak controller:
- Easy Sharing: Share your EIA/ISO programs effortlessly with fellow users.
- Enhanced Capability: EIA/ISO alongside Mazatrol provides greater power and flexibility compared to just Mazatrol alone, enabling you to program more intricate machining operations.
3D assist
Mazak 3D Assist is a powerful programming tool that allows operators to import workpiece coordinate data from 3D CAD data directly into their MAZATROL program. This can significantly reduce the time and effort required to program complex parts, and help to eliminate errors.
Some of the key features of Mazak 3D Assist include:
- Direct import of 3D CAD data: 3D Assist can import a wide range of 3D CAD file formats, including STEP, IGES, Parasolid, and CATIA. This makes it easy to integrate 3D Assist into existing workflows.
- Powerful selection tools: Once a 3D CAD model has been imported, 3D Assist provides a variety of powerful selection tools that allow operators to quickly and easily select the features they want to machine. This includes tools for selecting surfaces, curves, points, and holes.
- Automatic toolpath generation: Once the desired features have been selected, 3D Assist can automatically generate a toolpath for machining them. This can save operators a significant amount of time and effort, and help to ensure that the toolpath is accurate and efficient.
- Conversational programming: 3D Assist is fully integrated with MAZATROL’s conversational programming capabilities. This makes it easy for operators to create and edit programs without having to learn complex G-code.
SMC
Mazak SMOOTH Machining Configuration (SMC) is a powerful feature that allows operators to optimise machining parameters in real time. SMC provides a variety of slider switches that allow operators to adjust parameters such as feed rate, spindle speed, and cutting depth. This can be done while the machine is running, allowing operators to quickly and easily find the best settings for the material and job at hand.
Some of the key benefits of Mazak SMC include:
- Reduced cycle times: By optimising machining parameters in real time, SMC can help to reduce cycle times by up to 20%.
- Improved surface quality: SMC can also help to improve surface quality by reducing vibration and chatter.
- Increased tool life: By using the optimal machining parameters, SMC can help to extend tool life.
- Simplified programming: SMC eliminates the need to manually adjust machining parameters in G-code programs. This can simplify programming and reduce the risk of errors.