FlashCut V7 CAD/CAM for Plasma, Oxyfuel, Waterjet, Laser

FlashCut CAD CAM CNC

Going from CAD to CAM to CNC has never been easier. With improved nesting features like multi-sheet and external file management, FlashCut V7 CAD/CAM/CNC is more powerful than ever. We now have two packages to choose from. V7 standard makes it easy to draw a part or import it from DXF or an image and then turn it into a tool path with intelligently placed lead ins and the perfect kerf compensation... ready to cut in CNC. V7 Pro adds many features such as shape library, true shape nesting, multi-sheet nesting, multi-layer color import, auto fix tool, advanced lead-in manipulation, rip cutting and many more features for a fraction of the cost that you normally see included in a $10,000 software program.

Precision Pipe Cutting

Drawing and cutting pipes has never been easier. FlashCut Pipe CAD/CAM/CNC lets you design a pipe parametrically, automatically create the toolpath and control your machine to make precision pipe parts, round, square or rectangular, day after day.

Andvanced Features

We also have advanced features such as direct communication with a Hypertherm® plasma and laser pointer support that are available a-la-carte. The Features tab is a complete list of features. Call 847-940-9305 or e-mail sales@flashcutcnc.com today for a demo

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A full suite of drawing tools avaialble

One-Click True Shape Nesting

Auto-Generated Lead-ins and Lead-outs

Automatically use settings from plasma cut charts

Easily adjust the size of your workpiece

Draw typical detailed parts in a flash with our Shape Library

Easily pan and zoom anywhere on the workpeice

Easily show direction and kerf in one click

Fix Drawing Tool automatically detects flaws in any drawing

A full suite of drawing tools avaialble

We have all of the tools including basic shapes, splines, free-form lines, champhers, fillets, etc. enabling you to draw precise engineering drawings that are ready to cut immediately.

One-Click True Shape Nesting

Our True Shape Nesting quickly arranges multiple copies of one or more shapes in a manner that minimizes material usage. It is like playing Tetris with your parts.

Auto-Generated Lead-ins and Lead-outs

There is no need to be an expert on adding lead-in and lead-outs to all of your individual part features. Our CAM software will automatically place them in optimal spots using strategies you define including the size, angle, line vs. arc, and overburn amount. If you want to make any changes to what was auto-generated, you have the ability to easily edit the strategy or placement of each lead with one simple tool.

Automatically use settings from plasma cut charts

We have worked closely with Hypertherm to integrate their plasma cut charts into our software. All you need to do is choose the material and thickness that you are cutting and the torch nozzle that you are using and FlashCut will automatically load the recommended feedrate, kerf compensation, and cut height for the cleanest, most accurate part possible.

Easily adjust the size of your workpiece

You can adjust the size of the sheet metal that you are using as your workpiece in one easy step. The correct workpiece size is paramount to correct part placement and accurate grid and true-shape nesting.

Draw typical detailed parts in a flash with our Shape Library

Our Shape Library will allow you to make typical everyday parts like gaskets, flanges, covers, etc. in an instant. Each shape can be tailored to your needs using our simple menus. Any part generated from the Shape Library can be further edited using our drawing tools.

Easily pan and zoom anywhere on the workpeice

Easily zoom in your parts, workpiece or any feature with our pan and zoom tools

Easily show direction and kerf in one click

You can view or hide the direction of each cut, the width of the cut, the toolpath and the part in one easy to use toolbar.

Fix Drawing Tool automatically detects flaws in any drawing

The Fix Drawing Tool will detect small breaks or overlaps in any drawing in one click- no matter if it was imported from a DXF file or created directly in FlashCut CAD. one click. Once detected, it will draw a circle around the flaw and give you the choice to fix it on your own, or have FlashCut CAD automatically fix it for you.

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Version 7.0 Shapes Up With Powerful New Features

Our extensive shape library is only one of the many powerful new features that make FlashCut Version 6 more versatile than ever. Version 6 is available in two packages – Pro and Standard. Plus there are more advanced features beyond the Pro Package that are available a-la-carte and any of the Pro Package features can be added to a Standard Package a-la-carte. Below is a chart that summarizes these features. Call or e-mail us today to find out more.

Part Number	Product Title	Description
FC-CAD-CAM-7.0-Pro + Quote	FlashCut CAD/CAM Version 7.0 Pro	FlashCut CAD/CAM Versoin 7.0 Pro featuring full integration with FlashCut CNC Control Software. Includes intuitive drawing tools, true type fonts, DXF import, image import, automatic toolpath generation with smart lead-ins and lead-outs, automatic kerf compensaiotn based on integrated cut charts for many common plasma torches, oxy-fuel torches and waterjets. The Pro version additionally adds a true-shape nesting, parametric shape library, color image import wiht layering, intuitive fix tool, toolpath bridging, DXF export, multi-sheet and partial sheet nesting, nesting of external files, corner looping and many other features.
FC-CAD-CAM-PIPE + Quote	FlashCut Pipe CAD/CAM/CNC	Easily Draw Accurate Pipe Features in CAD Round, square and rectangular pipe support. Pipe shape wizard makes perfect cuts for mating pipes of any diameter with a multitude of joints at any angle and any size including T joints, end caps, miter joints, Y joints and through pipes. Pipe sizing wizard automatically sets OD, and thickness of standard pipe sizes. 3D solid model of pipe joints includes disassembly to preview what both sides of the joint will look like. Flattened view allows for easy design of custom patters of any shape including slots and text. “Ghost 2D views” show feature wrapping with no interruption. Fully rotatable solid model view. Tailor Toolpaths and Nest in a Snap with CAM Easily nest multiples of the same or different parts, minimizing pipe or tube scrap. Toolpath automatically generated in CAM using parameters and cut charts from cutting head. Simple graphical manipulation of lead ins and lead outs. Embedded cut charts precisely set feedrates, cut heights, peirce times, kerf compensation and target voltages for any size pipe. Cut Accurate Parts With Confidence in CNC G-Code automatically generated. Full 3D visualization of rotary toolpath in CNC module while pipe is being cut. Flat sheet option for cutting unwrapped pipes and tubes. No-Cut zones account for chuck, fixture and roller locations – preventing roller burning or jamming. Stingray Torch Height Control ensures clean cuts regardless of the accuracy of the stock pipe.
FC-CAD-CAM-DVZ + Quote	Dynamic Vent Zones (A-la-carte feature)	Dynamically opens and closes downdraft vents relative to where the cutting head is in the XY plane in real time. Zones can be defined in X and Y coordintes and can be overlapping.
FC-CAD-CAM-LPS + Quote	Laser Pointer - Software Support (A-la-carte feature)	Software support for using a laser pointer. Includes ability for setting program zero with a laser pointer and the ability to do a dry run of a toolpath wit hthe laser pointer instead of cutting with the fabrication head. Distance between laser pointer and fabrication head is automatically compensated for. Does not include laser pointer. Please see FC-CAD-CM-LPS-LP to include the laser pointer.
FC-CAD-CAM-LPS-LP + Quote	Laser Pointer and Software Support (A-la-carte feature)	Sleek laser pointer plus software support for using a laser pointer. Inlcudes laser pointer, mount, cable and software to drive the laser pointer. Great for setting program zero and doing a dry run of a toolpath using the laser pointer instead of cutting with the fabrication head. Distance between laser pointer and fabrication head is automatically compensated for. If you already have a laser pointer see FC-CAD-CAM-LPS for the software support only.
FC-CAD-CAM-AFM + Quote	Advanced File Management (A-la-carte feature)	Advanced file management gives you the ability to automatically load and run a g-code from a barcode or run a series of g-codes in succession in bathc mode automatically. Both features are great for streamlining pridcuton and minimizing keying errors on the factory floor.
FC-CAD-CAM-PB + Quote	Programmable Pendant Board (A-la-carte feature)	Special programmable matrix board that allows you to add up to 144 physical switches to do many control fucntions such as jogging, joystick jogging, feed-hold, program start, output line control and many more. Includes pendant board and software support.
FC-CAD-CAM-PB-JS + Quote	Joystick Plus Pendant Board (A-la-carte feature)	8 position joystick for jogging in he XY plane including 45 degree angles. IUncludes rugged industrial joystick and pendant board.
FC-CAD-CAM-PMCOM + Quote	RS-485 Communications with Hypertherm® Powermax® Plasma (A-la-carte feature)	Software and cable for direct RS-485 communications with Hypertherm® Powermax® plasmas for real-time current and pressure control.