V5 Changelog

Here the newly released version with a description of changes or solved bugs

Newly added feature are more subject to have some bugs, please report if you find any.
Toolpath engines may be subject to changes so always check the regenerated toolpath after software updates.

Build 391

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Changed origin symbol graphics . more info
Fixed an internal parameter that was causing long calculation time in turning feature recognition and Model 3D position edit.
Approached fixture handling . more info
Lathe Module : Improved turnable method for spherical faces.
Face Milling > option to change the starting point
Removed orange capping in section view to keep visible the internal turning toolpath .
Mill Contouring > Finishing operation > added rampize closed profile option to get the toolpath below.
Added support for external corner radius mill

Build 384

Lathe Turning - Entry min diameter for internal groove tools.

Build 382

Increased MaxGap in profile selection
Fixed issue with DXF import

Build 371

Lathe module : fixed bug in internal groove roughing geometry preparation method.

Build 370

Updated several language dictionary
It's possible reload 3D Model from newer file . see here

Build 362

Mill 4th axis . Is possible define the origin with standard wcs definition screen.

Build 359

Added turning feature extraction feature

Build 357

Added options for 3+2 axis mill , see 3+2 Machine support
Lathe module > fix x direction limit feature issue for face grooving operation.

Build 352

Added scripting functionality to cost report module

Build 348

Update DE / NL / IT localization
Lathe module > some bug fixes in trim toolpath and tool nose radius offset method.

Build 345

Update DE localization
Turning module > fixed bug in groove turning operations.

Build 344

Updated 3D graphics library to latest available version . This may affect several feature of the software .
Added automatic drilling recognition
Added cost estimating report
Turning module > Changed the default toolpath engine module. Keeped the previous experimental engine as default one.

build 338

Lathe module > fixed approach with face groove turning and minor issue with custom stock selection

build 335

Lathe module > fixed issue with zig-zag turning

build 326

Tool store > fixed issue with resetting feed on changed diameter.

build 325

Turning Module > added experimental toolpath engine that support vertical and horizontal turning direction . Is possible define custom stock definition . With neutral direction tool is possible create zig-zag turning toolpath. See updated doc page
Refactored code for plunge angle compensation
Added more HSK and BT in tool holder interface selection
Lathe > Fixed bug with cut operation and chamfer enabled.

build 315

Update FR localization
Fixed issue with CURVE dxf import
Fixed issue with license system

build 311

Turnable profile from 3D model > Changed logic for arc reconstruction

build 309

Updated 3D graphics library to latest available version
Fixed issue with turnable profile extraction with circular elements
Update DE localization

build 304

Mill > 4th Axis > It's possible select Y axis as rotation axis. See related doc. for more info.
Lathe threading > support for G33 and K value, see "lathe threading" page for more info.
Binded the A and C angles in 3+2 mill machining context.
Updated FR localization
Update NL Localization
#6159 Lathe Module: fixed issue related to break chip movement value.
Mill Module > customizable chord error in 3D milling
Operation cut data information on screen overlay (optional)
Lathe With C Axis > It's possible add the cutting operation
Post Processor > It's possible override the G0/G1/G2/G3 command for lathe live tool.
Mill Module > fixed bug with cut profile operation .
Generic cutting module > Added "Little hole filter" feature , more info here
Mill Module > Fixed feed calculation with SYNC mode.
Mill Module > Fixed rare issue with drill hole selection
Fixed issue with 2D CAD rotate tool
Update IT localization
Mill Module > changed logic for machining side selection with open profiles.
mill module -> face selection now works with custom stock selection
Restored same hole selection in 3D models
Restored Nearest 2D View mode
Fixed issue with face selection
From build 275 the graphic library has been updated to the latest version .
Improved 3D step file importer.
Generic cutting module > fixed lead in / lead out arc movement user defined value.
Fixed destination plane with SVG file import.
Update DE and IT localization
Fixed an issue with specific model with 3D toolpath operation
Fixed issue with 3dconnexion device
Mill Module > Cut Operation - Fixed issue with offset method.
Update ES localization
Mill Module > Cut Operation - Fixed issue with manual holding tab position selection.
The method to create turnable profile recognize compatible tabulated faces.
Update NL localization
Turning Module > Improved entry diameter definition with full profile selection + limit enabled
Code Generation : Fixed issue with left-hand tapping macro selection
Mill Module : Fixed issue with geoemtry chain creation
Update turkish dictionary
Fixed text field issue in 3D positioning screen
Tool store - Fixed action for create a new counterbore
3D Milling - Is possible define milling direction
Minor improvement in SNAP to 3D model edge endline point.
Bugfix with turnable profile extraction
New Tool : Shadow projection of 3D model
Lathe Module -> fixed issue with tool radius compensation and direction 8 of the tool
Mill Module > fixed center arc coordinate issue in GCode
Generic cutting module : Fixed bug in profile sorting order.
Update DE localization
Mill Module > Fixed bug with entry points feature.
Mill Module > Fixed bug in face mill operation with traditional cycle.
Generic cutting module > Fixed feed and license permission issues.
G-Code creation fixed issue with manual g code and tool summary issue.
Lathe module > fixed issue with default Z direction.
Fixed bug with Slot-D fast shape drawed not in XY plane.
Updated Italian localization
Updated NL localization
Fixed coordinate visualization in lathe radial Y axis operation simulation
4th axis operations : Showed the calculated WCS used in gcode generation instead of WCS selected by user.
Updated Korean localization
Improved 4th axis rotary table support
Bugfix in turnable profile extraction from 3D model
Updated Chinese localization
Bug fix in clone toolpath feature , when setup z direction is flipped.
Lathe module > bug fix in cut-off operation . Happened with no tool corner radius and fillet applied on part.
Lathe module > Improved profile limit feature with Z+ Z- direction.
Text engraving - fixed issue with B and 8 chars.
Mill Module > Chamfering machining : Is now possible select the side of the tool.
Lathe module - Fixed groove finishing operation issue
Cad Module - Fixed angular and grid snap when not in XY plane.