Intercon: Conversational Programming

Enter part programs directly from the dimensions on your blueprint. Easy "fill in the blank" menus generate industry standard G-Code programs automatically on your shop floor. Centroid's Teach Mode also easily creates programs from existing parts.

Off-line programming *

Centroid's conversational programming is available in an optional off-line format. Program your parts with ease from the comfort of your PC while your machine continues to produce.

Digitizing *

Copy and cut 3D parts with Centroid's Digitizing. Simple, accurate, and everything you need in one package. No extra computer is needed. Digitizing automatically generates and stores the part program on the controls hard-drive. Cut the part immediately or export the data to your off-line CAD/CAM system for editing. Run the part through Centroid's included "Mold Magic" software for auto-roughing pass generation or to reverse image the part to create a mold from a plug or vice versa without CAD/CAM.

Automatic Tool Setter *

Centroid's automatic tool setter makes measuring tool length offsets accurate and quick. Press one button to measure your entire ATC carousel. On screen prompts guide you through the process with simple push button operations.

Automatic Tool Changer *

Smart Automatic Tool Changer control. ATC features like: tool position memory (even if the power goes out), shortest distance to tool for quick changes, and automatic batch tool length measurement make a Centroid equipped ATC machine fast and easy to use.

Automatic Threadmilling* and Canned Cycles

Cut threads on your part from the push of a button. Use canned cycles to make everyday jobs a snap. Choose bolt hole patterns, facing, rectangular, circular, and irregular pockets with cleanout. Use repeat to duplicate whole parts, make a matrix of holes, or repeat a contour to depth. Mirror, rotate, and scale your part.

2 and 3D Tool Path Graphics

See graphics as you work, even for partially completed programs. Compare your work to the blueprint with the touch of a button and get back to your program.

Rigid Tapping *

Precision spindle speed and Z-axis control allows the use of solid tool holders with your tap. Includes deep hole cycles with peck tapping.

Network Communications

Connect your Centroid control to a network via a RJ-45 ethernet interface. This standard feature allows program files to be transferred to and from memory with ease, leaving your machine to do the work while you program from an off-line PC.

4th Axis Rotary or Linear Axis

Centroid's optional 4th axis can either be a rotary or a linear axis. This true 4th axis moves simultaneously with any other axis (full 4th axis interpolated motion) and can be easily programmed from Centroid's Intercon Conversational, G-codes, or CAD/CAM. Centroid also offers an extensive line of quality rotary tables. Why buy a plain indexer when you can have the real thing?

Probing Cycles *

Find Bore and Boss centers, fixture offsets, and corners of vises fast, accurately, and from the push of a button. Whether establishing fixture offsets, defining part zero, or finding an edge, probing cycles can do it faster and with greater precision than simple indicators.

High Speed Machining

Use high speed machining for 3D surfaces and artistic shapes. Complex 3D CAD/CAM or engraving programs can be run at high speeds without hesitation. A high throughput block rate combined with 2000 block Accel/Decel look ahead allows fast cuts while holding tight tolerances.

Engraving *

Engrave letters, numbers, and symbols. Program the text from included options directly on the Centroid control. These include font selections, font sizes, text in an arcs, text on an angle, mirrored or vertical, and simple 3D engraved surfaces. Import DXF files for more complex images.

Fast Part Set Up

Setup parts in seconds. On screen "how-to" graphics and menu selections make operating a Centroid CNC control simple and accurate.

OEM and Retrofit Solution

Centroid's M-Series kits are a complete CNC solution for your 3 or 4 axis, manual or ATC milling machine. Everything comes pre-assembled ready to install. The M-Series controls are ideal for bed mills and VMC. Centroid's product support, ease of use, and superior design will generate profit for years to come.

- M-Series Specifications -

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