CAPSturn      

Machining
Machining operations are easily programmable through single step functions.
Unique and efficient tool path for each operation.
Shortest tool path is automatically determined based on blank shape.
Automatic tool front and back edge gouge prevention for flawless parts first time.
Variety of turret configurations: front, rear, twin, linear slide.
Choice of tool approach / retract prevent accidents, reduce non-cutting motions.
Grooves are automatically skipped in turning.
Turning and grooving with turning / grooving tools.
Quick tool selection from vendor-wise libraries.
Auto FS based on the tool type, tool material and work piece material.

Tool and F-S libraries
Separate tools and cutting parameters libraries for each tool manufacturer.
Form tools can be defined and stored in the tools library.
F-S can be specified for 10 diameter ranges for tools like drills, end mills, etc.
14 unique tool types. Tools are stored by dimensions specific to their geometries.
Turning and boring tools are stored by their ISO nomenclature.

CAD for machinists
Fully integrated CAD, specially designed for turned parts with time saving functions.
Quick definition of grooves and undercuts.
Blue print programming.
Drawings can be imported through DXF and IGES formats.

Cycle time study
Cycle time calculation is extremely accurate - +/- 1% error.
Axes and spindle acceleration / deceleration are considered.
Execution time for all miscellaneous functions is considered.
Machines library has machine-specific execution times.

NC programs
Generic post-processor generates flawless and machine ready programs.
Canned cycles are output, repetitive motions are automatically output as subprograms.
TNRC is by G41/42 output or automatically calculated by the software.
Tool details, operation names, etc. are automatically output as comments.
Versatile generic postprocessor builder quickly defines NC program formats.

Documents
Documentation is automatically generated, can be viewed on screen or printed out.
Time study sheet: In a user configurable format.
Tools list: Details of all tools, tool position numbers and offset numbers.
Tool layout sheet: Area machined in each operation with respective tool shape.
Spindle power graph: Operation-wise power requirement.

Tool path simulation
Tools are displayed to actual size and shape.
Tools are displayed with all key features like holder and insert size.
Dynamic display of tool shapes and positions help to dry run the part on the PC.
Realistic solid simulation enables the tool path to be checked accurately.

Turning expert system
The expert system serves as an online guide on practical aspects of machining.
Machining data like tolerances and geometrical accuracy symbols.
Machining guidelines like tool holding and work holding.
Machining diagnostics for solving problems like poor surface finish and high tool wear.

CAD
Draw
Line-13 types, Multi-line, Quick shaft, Arc - 14 types, Circle - 8 types, Label text, Groove, Undercut on shoulder, Undercut on diameter, Blue print programming - 7 types, Define groove, Define Part, Define blank, DXF in, IGES in, DXF out.
Edit
Undo, Redo, Erase, Break, Trim, Trim to axis, Extend, Extend to axis, Radius, Chamfer, Modify object, Move, Rotate, Copy, Mirror, Scale, Delete groove/part/blank, Copy layer/part/blank.
Settings
Grid, Ortho, Snap, Axis, Grid size, Limits, Aperture, Circle resolution, Part colour, Blank colour.
Display
Redraw, Zoom, Zoom all, Zoom limits, Previous view, Pan, List, Distance.

Machining
Tool types
Turn, Bore, External groove, Internal groove, Face groove, External thread, Internal thread, Centre drill, Drill, Hole mill, Reamer, Tap, Trepan, Form tool.
Turn
Plain turn, Plain face, Contour turn, Contour face, Contour turn - along part, Contour face - along, part, Finish turn, Finish face.
Groove
Radial groove - external, internal, deep groove, Face groove
Threading
External thread, Internal thread, Single start, Multi-start, Straight, Taper.
Hole machining
Drilling, Peck drilling, Deep drilling, Tapping, Reaming.
Single motions
Rapid traverse, Feed traverse, Circular CW, Circular CCW, Spindle speed, Feed rate, Feed rate mode, TNRC, Tool offset number, NC block, Comment, Miscellaneous functions : Spindle on / off, Spindle direction, Coolant on / off, Program stop, Program optional stop, Tool change, Chuck clamp / unclamp, Low gear, High gear, Tailstock in / out, Steady clamp / unclamp. Other misc. functions are user configurable.
Subprograms
Define, Call, Modify, Delete.

Turning expert system
Machining data, Machining guidance, Machining diagnostics.

Tool path simulation
Mode
Line mode, Solid mode.
Display
Redraw, Zoom, Zoom all, Zoom limits, Previous view, Pan.

Settings
Single block on / off, Tool coordinates display on / off, Tool change position display on / off, Simulation speed.

Document generation
NC program, Time study sheet, Tools list, Power graph, Tool layout sheet.

User definable databases
Tools, Tool materials, Work piece materials, Cutting parameters, Machining defaults, Machine data.

Text editor
Unlimited file size, Block renumber, Program compare, Set font size, Set font shape.

DNC
2 way program transfer between PC and machine through RS-232-C.
Remote access, interactive mode, directory calling.
Drip feed transfer, start from interruption, remote abort, file / block skip.