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Lazy Cam Beta Limitations
« on: February 29, 2012, 04:40:54 PM »
I am new to the CNC world and I have Mach3 and Lazy Cam Beta. First is there a manual for the Beta ver? So far i have figured out how to clean up my dxf's. but how do I generate G code to input into Mach 3? I'm sure these questions have been asked a hundred times, but like I said I'm new to this. In fact my machine isn't even finished it needs the electronics installed, but while I am waiting for that I figured I would start to use the software I have available. Thanks in advance for any help you guys offer me. Enjoy the file
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Re: Lazy Cam Beta Limitations
« Reply #1 on: February 29, 2012, 04:57:11 PM »
You will find a manual for LazyCam in Members Docs.
Read the manual and you'll be fine.

RICH
Re: Lazy Cam Beta Limitations
« Reply #2 on: March 04, 2012, 08:44:39 AM »
Is there any advantage to buying and using Lazy Cam Pro over the free LC beta?
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Re: Lazy Cam Beta Limitations
« Reply #3 on: March 04, 2012, 09:12:26 AM »
Allows offsetting, lathe posting ( use LazyTurn instead for the lathe ), pocketing and the other modules.
Suggest you try out other programs before purchasing. Only you can decide what you want.

RICH

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Re: Lazy Cam Beta Limitations
« Reply #4 on: March 04, 2012, 10:45:41 AM »
Look at Vectric's Cut 2D. It's more money, but far easier to use.
Gerry

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Re: Lazy Cam Beta Limitations
« Reply #5 on: May 03, 2012, 04:12:38 PM »
I think way too pricey for the hobbyist.