Spai Genio software

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Jazz

CamBam was just an example (even though i use it myself). Saying that, I chose it over the others because of it's features that cover what most of those you mention. Not sure when the last time you took a look at but it has come on leaps and bounds, It's a good all rounder not just piece meal. Unfortunatly in this case here you only get what you pay for and if the software he requires is so expensive i doubt any licenses would be transferable from a secondhand point of view?

[JAZZCNC]

2e0poz please don't think I was trying to discredit Cambam or your suggestion thats wasn't my intention.!

Your right it's been a while since I've given CB any real attention, thou I did have a good long talk and quick look with the guy who builds it(forgot his name) at show recently but more my point was that high dollar software or parametric software won't really make the machine more efficeint and there are other softwares that will work just as good for a lot less.

Thou I still think Delcam/vectric software will be more suited if the guy intends doing detailed relief work or 3D. I do know that Cambam can't touch these for 3D or detailed reliefs when it comes to toolpath options and efficiency. It's also a still a bit flaky/buggy regards 3D(That came from the guy himself not me) but after speaking with him I'm sure it will get there.!
The other consideration when running a business is the software stabilty and support when problems arise, esp when it comes to custom post processors, both Delcam & vectric are very good at this.
Cambam by it's very nature of being run by a one man band can't possibly provide this level of support or even be expected too, while yes it has a good forum and following which you'll eventually get help with the problem you can't beat having direct support when the shit hits the fan.! . . . . unfortunatly it comes at a price.!!

[mjhobday]

thankyou for all your comments....

Being a small company we very little knowledge in cnc (but an eagerness to learn)

we have a cnc standing idol awaiting a program to get it up and running

The guy who commissioned the machine said it was a good purchase and he sees no faults with it!

He recommended the spai genio software but unfortunately we cannot afford that yet..

but if we can get another program to get us going would be great...