- 2-Axis
- Used in Cutting CNC machines
Introduction
One-line value prop: Fast, repeatable top-side pipe cutting (slots, windows, notches) with kerf compensation—no THC required.
Who uses it: Fabrication shops, HVAC/ducting, handrail & frame builders, maintenance workshops.
Works with: Flat-top pipe cutting rigs and gantries where the pipe is held in cradles/rollers without rotary (A) control. Optional Z lifter for pierce/cut heights.
Compatible controllers: PC-SMART 4A / PC-SMART 3AS / PC-PRO LAN 4A
Supported files: DXF and standard G-code (e.g., ArtCAM / PowerMill posts)
Important: This interface does not include Torch Height Control (THC).
For live arc-voltage height control, use XY Pipe Cutter + THC.
Machine & Kinematics
XY gantry positions the torch over a supported pipe; pipe is fixed in V-blocks/rollers .
Optional Z lifter for safe pierce height and retract (manual or macro-controlled), no arc-voltage loop.
Adjustable work envelope, homing, soft limits; simple seam/origin alignment aids.
Control & I/O
High-rate step/dir motion with stable velocity on arcs and long cuts.
I/O mapping for torch on/off, gas/oxygen valves, purge, alarms/beacons, full E-stop chain.
Safety interlocks: guards/doors, over-travel, gas pressure/flow checks.
Note: Arc-voltage inputs/THC logic are not used in this interface.
Software & Workflow
DXF-first workflow: Open a DXF and see an immediate path preview with bounding box.
Automatic Work Size (DX/DY) and Work Length calculation for quoting and time estimates.
Diameter (mm) Transform: optional projection helper to keep top-side features (windows/slots) dimensionally true on curved surfaces.
Pre-Cut (ms) and Cut (ms) timers for pierce dwell and cut-time macros; Cut Off toggle for dry-run.
Real-time Absolute/Relative positions and Velocity (mm/s); feed override slider and Play/Pause/Stop with safe resume.
Per-axis jog and quick Home; V(mm/s) and L(mm) fields for feed and step tuning; Ref (mm) for X0/Y0 origin.
Lead-in/Lead-out styles (arc, radial, tangential), kerf/offset, and corner smoothing.
Priority ordering (inner → outer) with auto pauses for clamp moves/consumable checks.
Job list with live line pointer (G1…); Run reports: time, cut length, pierces, pauses; operator notes saved with the job.
Key Capabilities
(at a glance)
Key Capabilities(at a glance)
DXF/G-code import with preview, Work Size/Length auto-calc
Diameter transform helper for top-side pipe features
Pierce dwell, retract macros, dry-run (Cut Off)
Kerf/offset, lead-in/out rules, corner smoothing
Single-block step, safe Pause/Resume, feed override
Soft limits, interlocks, and full E-stop handling
Automatic job logs and quick recall
Standard Workflow
Load DXF/G-code and review the preview (verify Work Size/Length).
Set origin; square and secure the pipe in supports.
Apply settings: kerf, lead-ins/outs, pierce dwell; set Z pierce/cut heights (if lifter present).
Dry-run with Cut Off; confirm path order and clamp clearances.
Run job with monitored pauses for clamps/consumables; adjust feed via override if needed.
Save report and notes for repeatability.
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 |
| Readouts | Absolute/Relative position, live Velocity |
| Reports | Time, cut length, pierces, alarms, notes |
Upgrade path
Need live arc-voltage height control? Choose XYZ Pipe Cutter + THC for automatic standoff management on uneven sheets.
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.
