You have or want a milling machine? Then you need Beamicon2!
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The Beamicon2 is a combination of PC software and hardware connected via Ethernet. The Beamicon2 is used to control all types of machine tools, including special machines. With the help of the Beamicon2, a machine tool of any type can be controlled very easily and intuitively. No special requirements are placed on the control PC.
A short overview of most features:
| Feature | Basic-Version | Vollversion |
|---|---|---|
| • Ethernet connection | X | X |
| • fully automatic detection of the hardware no dedicated network connection required, can be integrated in the network | ||
| • max. 9 axes interpolated | 4 | X |
| • max. 1600kHz step frequency | X | X |
| • System for Windows (XP-Win11) | X | X |
| • Graphic 3D display of the tool path | X | X |
| • All machine settings can be imported/exported, also partial quantities | X | X |
| • Processing of DIN-ISO G-code | X | X |
| • Import of DXF/HPGL | X | X |
| • Import of graphics/images for engraving | X | X |
| • Optimised path preview with jerk limitation, adjustable transverse acceleration and S-shaped ramps | X | X |
| • Adaptation of speed to the course of the curve | X | X |
| • Improved surface quality through reduced jitter when interpolating multiple axes | ||
| • Tool management with radius and length correction | - | X |
| • Unlimited number of tools | 1 | X |
| • Extensive macro language with loops and variables | X | X |
| • Extensive calculations such as ASIN, ACOS, TAN, ATAN, ROUND, EXP, LOG possible in G-code | X | X |
| • Preview of machine running time | X | X |
| • Feed and spindle override 0-150% while machining is in progress | X | X |
| • Adjustable jog speeds | X | X |
| • Offset management (G53, G54-G59, parking, temporary offset) | X | X |
| • Automatic rotary axis for tangential knives | X | X |
| • Automatic drum engraving | X | X |
| • Speed output PWM/0..10V | X | X |
| • Unlimited number of inputs/outputs (with extension module) | X | X |
| • Dual drives (master/slave) on all axes | X | X |
| • Handwheel with network connection | X | X |
| • Thirdparty handwheels/MPG | +costs | +costs |
| • Images engraving function | X | X |
| • Freely definable hotkeys | X | X |
| • Freely assignable hotkeys to hardware inputs | X | X |
| • Built-in update function | X | X |
| • support request at the touch of a button | - | X |
| • extensive log functions | X | X |
| • Built-in user administration | - | X |
| • Open-GL optimisation | X | X |
| • MDI line, multiple commands | X | X |
| • Styrofoam wire cutting(XY+UV axes) | X | X |
| • backlash compensation | X | X |
| • Short-circuit proof outputs | X | X |
| • Range monitoring of the axes (soft limit) | X | X |
| • Integrated G-code editor with syntax highlighting | X | X |
| • Camera support for up to 10 cameras | +costs | +costs |
| • Minimum quantity lubrication MMS direction-controlled (via 4 valves) | X | X |
| • Programmable maintenance interval | - | X |
| • Central lubrication supported (interval etc.) | - | X |
| • Freely programmable macros | - | X |
| • Freely programmable cycles | - | X | v
| • Support for many languages | X | X |
| • Reference switch position freely selectable (start/end/centre) | X | X |
| • CV mode extensively configurable (chord error, acceleration) | X | X |
| • Tools can limit the maximum speed (e.g. edge finder) | - | X |
| • Built-in digital logic | - | X |
| • Built-in PLC | - | X |
| • Redundant safety circuit | - | X |
| • Safety door with set-up mode | - | X |
| • Definition of forbidden areas, e.g. tool changer in the working area | - | X |
| • Startup and stop macros to perform specific tasks | - | X |
| • Automatic loading of the last programme (can be switched off) | - | X |
| • Monitoring of directories and automatic loading | - | X |
| • Convertible from mm to inch | X | X |
| • Macros for height measurement and centre finder integrated | X | X |
