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Software

Many software options are available for the Routermate. If you are currently using drafting software such as AutoCAD, you can import a .DXF file directly into our Routermate Driver Software. You will have the option in our software to select your feed rates, amount of cut per pass, bottom depths, and all the variables necessary to complete 2-1/2 D routing. 2-1/2 D routing is done by moving your X and Y axis to produce your 2-D shape, then indexing your Z axis to the next depth and repeating your X-Y shape again until the desired depth is reached.

Our Routermate Driver Software is capable of starting and stopping the router motor, coolant, and dust collection systems for a more automated process. Our software also can be directly programmed in G-code if that is your preference.

If your needs are true 3-D routing, you will need to purchase either RHINOceres SOLID MODELING SOFTWARE, RhinoCAM or BobCAD-CAM for simultaneously moving all three axis.

ROUTERMATE DRIVER SOFTWARE This is the software that runs your Routermate machine.  It is not compatible with other systems.  The program automatically converts imported dxf files into G-Code for cutting.  You have full control over cutting speed while cutting.  On-screen torch path simulation occurs in real time while cutting.  A digital read-out tells you where the torch is in inches or metric units at all times.  Click on the small image at right for full details.
RHINOceres SOLID MODELING SOFTWARE Create digital 3-D models of your projects before you start the actual fabrication process.  All parts fit together just as they would in a physical model.  It is possible to rotate the model, zoom in to see the finest detail, and view its components in layers that can be peeled-back one at a time.  It is often almost impossible to tell a 3-D model from the real thing.
RhinoCAM RhinoCAM is a general purpose machining program for the general machinist. RhinoCAM includes 2-1/2 axis, 3 Axis, 4 axis and 5 axis operations. This powerful package is ideal for mold, die and tooling, wood working rapid-prototyping and general machining markets and generates G-code to be directly sent to the Routermate machines. This product boasts of powerful toolpath generation strategies coupled with tools for efficiently controlling the cutting tool for detailed machining capabilities, while not sacrificing ease of use. Has all the basic functionality as well as additional features suitable for demanding users with sophisticated manufacturing requirements.
BobCAD-CAM 3-D ROUTING & MILLING SOFTWARE In addition to being a full-blown computer assisted design (CAD) program, BobCAD renders 2-D images into three dimensional shapes.  It then generates G-Code to create the 3-D pieces with Routermate's automated Z-axis in conjunction with a router, roto-ZIP tool, engraver, etc.