Simulation
In this video, we’ll be talking about the simulation toggle that is available on the main screen of Optimum CNC software. When toggling simulation on, this allows the system to run through the currently loaded G-Code program without actually turning the plasma torch on. Essentially, the program will go through the X and Y axis motions somewhere above the worksheet. This allows the operator to quickly see where the program is positioned and whether it fits the working material, for instance. It also allows the operator to quickly run through the program at a speed that is different from the cutting speed.
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If we enable the simulation toggle to be on and we head into the advanced tab, we can change the simulation speed. For instance, let’s say we set it to some very high number, perhaps 300, and we press the play button here. The system will run at the simulation speed without actually turning the plasma torch on until it completes the whole program. After which, we can disable the simulation and run the cut proper if it appears that the simulation is positioned correctly on the worksheet.
Simulation toggle: the simulation (jog toolpath) mode allows the user to run through the program at a separate speed without the cutting commands. This is useful to quickly position the machine to a point that the user requires, or to see how the XYZ movement will play out without the actual cutting commands.
Note: Marking mode can be enabled within the general Cutting and Simulation modes.
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Simulation Button Location: The Simulation button is located in the Work Offsets panel, the second to last panel on the right side column of the software underneath the Optimum CNC logo, above the Program Controls Section.
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