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2. CONVERSATIONAL AUTOMATIC
PROGRAMMING FUNCTION FOR
LATHES
AUTOMATIC PROGRAMMING
FUNCTION
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CAP II is a conversational automatic programming function for lathes.
It has the following features:
Part figures can be input in a batch by using the symbolic keys.
Even complicated part figures can be input by using the automatic
intersection calculation function.
The automatic process determination function creates necessary
processes automatically.
Any cutting direction or area can be specified.
NC data can be created without superfluous movement, such as cutting
through air.
By using MTF, NC data suitable for the particular machine being used
can be created.
CAP II can be used with the following lathes:
1–spindle/1–turret lathe
1–spindle/2–turret lathe
2–spindle (main spindle and sub spindle)/1–turret lathe
Lathe with Y–axis/C–axis machining functions
Lathe with chasing tool
Vertical lathe
2.1
CONVERSATIONAL
AUTOMATIC
PROGRAMMING
FUNCTION II (CAP II)
2.1.1
Features
2.1.2
Applicable Machines