3 Enhancements in CAM-TOOL V21.1 That Improve NC Programming Efficiency and Mold Machining Performance

As manufacturing continues to adopt AI and data-driven approaches to toolpath optimization in modern CAM software, improvements that reduce manual operations and enhance toolpath control are becoming increasingly important.

CAM-TOOL V21.1 focuses on improving these critical steps through the following three practical enhancements.

1. Faster Copying of Machining Surface and Machining Boundary Between Similar Features

In mold machining, many components contain multiple pockets or surfaces with similar geometries. Re-defining machining areas for each individual region significantly increases NC program preparation time.

CAM-TOOL V21.1 allows users to:

• Copy Machining Surface
• Copy Machining Boundary
• Reuse machining setup data across similar machining regions

As a result, engineers can quickly apply the same machining conditions to multiple features without repeating the setup process from scratch.

Key benefits:

✔ Reduced NC programming time
✔ Minimized repetitive setup operations
✔ Standardized data within the CAM programming workflow
✔ Improved efficiency when machining molds with similar feature structures

2. Automatic Toolpath Addition When Tool Contact Step-Over Exceeds the Threshold

During complex surface machining, excessive step-over distances may increase cutting load and negatively impact machining stability.

CAM-TOOL V21.1 supports:

• Detection of excessive tool contact step-over
• Automatic generation of additional toolpaths where necessary
• Improved surface machining conditions

With this capability, NC programs can be adjusted directly during programming instead of requiring corrections after verification or trial runs.

Key benefits:

✔ Reduced risk of tool overload
✔ Improved surface quality
✔ Increased machining stability
✔ Less time spent on program adjustments

3. Toolpath Optimization with Model-in-Stock Calculation to Reduce Air-Cut Movements

One of the major contributors to extended machining time is unnecessary non-cutting movements between machining steps.

CAM-TOOL V21.1 introduces Model-in-Stock Calculation, which enables:

• Identification of remaining material after each machining operation
• Elimination of unnecessary air-cut movements
• Optimization of subsequent machining regions

As a result, toolpaths are refined according to the actual stock condition throughout the machining process.

Key benefits:

✔ Reduced non-cutting movements
✔ Optimized toolpath efficiency
✔ Shorter actual machining time
✔ Improved CNC machine utilization

Toolpath Optimization Is a Key Step Toward Smart Manufacturing with CAM Software

In modern manufacturing environments, CAM software plays an increasingly important role in helping engineers:

• Reduce manual programming effort
• Accurately control stock conditions
• Optimize toolpaths based on real machining conditions
• Move toward smarter NC programming workflows supported by data and AI

Enhancements in CAM-TOOL V21.1 simplify critical setup steps in NC programming while improving the efficiency of mold and complex part machining in today’s advanced manufacturing environments.

Looking for CAM Software to Optimize NC Programming and Reduce Machining Time?

If your organization is:

• Spending excessive time defining Machining Surface and Boundary
• Looking to optimize toolpaths for complex mold components
• Trying to reduce air-cut movements in NC programs
• Searching for a suitable CAM software solution for precision machining

Contact New System Vietnam to receive consultation and request a CAM-TOOL demonstration tailored to your actual machining requirements. 🚀