- 2-Axis
- Used in Cutting CNC machines
Introduction
Plasma cutting is a thermal-machining process: a pressurised gas stream (oxygen, nitrogen, or compressed air) is ionised inside the torch and becomes a high-temperature plasma column. The arc melts the metal; the same jet ejects the molten material at high velocity, leaving a narrow kerf. In a CNC system the torch path — and its live height correction — is driven automatically in the X and Y axes, and, when required, a Z axis. Computer control (G-code) replaces manual hand-guiding and delivers repeatable accuracy.
Machine & Kinematics
- XY gantry for planar motion on sheet stock.
- Optional Z lifter for approach, pierce height, and retract (no closed-loop height control).
- Configurable work envelope, homing routines, and soft limits.
Control & I/O
- High-rate step/dir motion with look-ahead planning.
- I/O mapping for torch on/off, gas/oxygen valves, purge, alarms, beacons, and full E-stop chain.
- Safety interlocks: doors/guards, over-travel, at-pressure/at-flow checks.
- Note: Arc-voltage inputs and THC logic are not used by this interface.
Software & Workflow
- Import DXF/G-code, preview toolpaths, and apply kerf/offset automatically.
- Lead-in/lead-out styles (arc, radial, tangential), pierce dwell, and height retract macros.
- Corner smoothing and arc handling to maintain cut speed and edge quality.
- Priority ordering (inner → outer) and automatic pause points for clamp moves or checks.
- Job Queue & Repeat for batches; simulation / dry-run before cutting.
- Run reports: cycle time, cut length, pierces, pauses/restarts; operator notes saved with the job.
Key Capabilities
(at a glance)
Key Capabilities(at a glance)
- DXF/G-code import and nesting-friendly workflow
- Kerf compensation, lead-in/out rules, pierce dwell & retract
- Single-block step, demo run (torch off), resume from pause
- Soft limits, interlocks, and E-stop handling
- Automatic job logs and quick recall
Standard Workflow
- Load DXF/G-code and review preview.
- Set origin and verify sheet alignment.
- Apply settings: kerf, leads, pierce rules (no THC).
- Simulate / Dry-run to confirm limits and path order.
- Run job with monitored pauses for clamps/consumables.
- Save report and notes for traceability and repeat work.
Typical Specifications
| Area | Spec |
| Axes / Modes | XY (optional Z lifter); No THC |
| File Formats | DXF, standard G-code |
| Compensation | Kerf/offset, corner smoothing, arc tolerance |
| Performance | High look-ahead planner; steady velocity on arcs |
| I/O | Torch, gases, beacons, safety relays |
| Work Offsets | Multiple origins for sheet/remainder reuse |
| Reports | Time, cut length, pierces, alarms, notes |
Upgrade path
Need live arc-voltage height control? Choose XYZ Cutter + THC for automatic standoff management on uneven sheets.
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Key Features of Radonix CNC Software
🔹 Direct DXF Execution
Seamlessly load and execute DXF files without the need for G-code conversion — streamlining your workflow and reducing setup time.
🔹 Smart Component & Path Management
Select specific parts from complex drawings and customize cutting order with intuitive control over toolpath sequencing.
🔹 Interactive On-Screen Editing
Scale, rotate, and mirror parts directly within the interface — with live toolpath previews to ensure precision.
🔹 Flexible Part Placement
Manually drag and drop parts onto your material sheet to accommodate irregular shapes, pre-cut stock, or remnant reuse.
🔹 Advanced Pause Controls
Set up to three independent pause points — before the cut, during the cut, and after the cut — for manual checks or operational adjustments.
🔹 Reverse Cutting Mode
Execute toolpaths in reverse to minimize material warping or adjust final exit points based on design needs.
🔹 Simulation / Demo Run Mode
Perform a complete motion test without activating the torch. Ideal for verifying the toolpath before live cutting.
🔹 Cylindrical Cutting Capability
Project flat designs onto cylindrical surfaces for precision tube and pipe cutting operations.
🔹 Live Arc-Voltage Monitoring
Real-time arc-voltage feedback ensures dynamic Z-axis height control — maintaining optimal torch-to-material distance during operation.
