- 2-Axis
- Used in Cutting CNC machines
Introduction
Radonix Sewing Interfaces — XY / XYR / XYRS
One-line value prop: Consistent, production-grade stitching from DXF patterns with stitch-length control, back-tack macros, and smart pause/recovery.
Who uses it: Upholstery & automotive interiors, leather goods & footwear, bags/backpacks, safety gear (belts, harnesses), filters & industrial textiles.
Works with: XY pattern-sewing tables that move the material under a stationary sewing head (single-needle lockstitch or chainstitch).
Compatible controllers: PC-SMART 4A / PC-SMART 3AS / PC-PRO LAN 4A
Supported files: DXF (paths → stitches), internal pattern library
Machine & Kinematics
XY gantry/frame positions the workpiece under the needle; configurable work envelope, homing & soft limits.
Material fixturing: clamps/hoops/vacuum supported with programmable keep-outs and prompts.
Optional fixture presets for quick repeat setups (left/right mirror, rotate 90°).
Control & I/O
Step/dir motion with look-ahead for smooth curves and corners.
I/O mapping for needle up/down, presser foot lift, thread-break / bobbin-low, clamps, beacons/alarms, and full safety chain.
Stitches-per-mm sync: ties XY feed to needle RPM to keep stitch length constant through speed changes and corners.
Feed override slider, safe Pause/Resume, and manual jog keys for setup.
Software & Workflow
Load DXF → preview appears on the grid.
Set origin & fix the work (clamps/hoop/vacuum).
Choose settings: stitch length, start/end macro, corner rules, seam offset.
XYR/XYRS: set R/S heights, delays, and stage actions.
Dry-run (needle disabled) to validate clearances and keep-outs.
Run with speed override; use Pause/Resume for inserts or checks.
Save report (stitch count, time, stops/alarms) for repeat jobs.
Key Capabilities
(at a glance)
Key Capabilities(at a glance)
Common strengths (all models)
DXF-first workflow: load a DXF and cut/sew—preview on a gridded canvas; set Home / X0 / Y0 in one click.
Stitch quality: target stitch length (mm), corner slow-down, back-tack/bar-tack macros, seam-offset & mirroring.
Safe operation: emergency chain, limit/home pins, thread-(string) break input, Pause/Resume with position hold.
Operator control: Speed 100% override slider, Jog keys, Run / Pause / Restart, on-screen alarms.
Model details
1) Sewing XY — Pattern Sewing Interface (2 axes)
Use when: you need reliable DXF-to-stitch sewing with standard head signals.
Head control via I/O macros: needle up/down, presser-foot lift, thread cutter.
Quality parameters: Feed, Feeds list (10–100%), Gap, Overlap, Margins (Top/Bottom/Left/Right), GoBack for neat tie-offs.
Safety & sensors: thread (string) sensor, door/limit pins, E-stop.
UI cues (from your screen): Load File, Run, Pause, Speed 100%, Home, X± / Y± jog.
2) Sewing XYR — Pattern Sewing + Vertical Head Servo (3 axes)
Adds: R axis = servo control of the vertical head/needle.
Stitch-per-mm sync: ties XY feed to R-axis motion for consistent stitch length through speed changes.
Programmable heights & timing: ZDelay, Height, StitchCount / StitchStepCount; precise needle-down holds at corners.
Cleaner starts/ends: back-tack/bar-tack with exact needle depth; smoother corners via JunctionFactor / Smoothness (ToolPath).
UI cues (from your screen): Absolute/Relative readouts incl. R, per-axis velocity & step settings.
3) Sewing XYRS — Pattern Sewing + Head Servo + Aux Stage (4 axes)
Adds: S axis = auxiliary stage (e.g., servo presser foot / thread-cutter / park).
Automated cycles: Fix Stage / Return, servo foot-lift, thread trim, and park sequences with S-ZUp / S-ZDown / S-Cut sensors.
Robust sensing: inputs for HomePin(X/Y/R/S), Emergency, Jog, Limit pins, StringSensor, Run/Stop, Park—all visible in the InPorts tree.
Throughput & finish: fewer manual steps, consistent trims, protected fabric at corner turns.
UI cues (from your screen): R,S+ / R,S- jog buttons, Speed override, Restart, Fix Stage.
“At a Glance” UI (what operators see)
Gridded preview of the stitch path with a live crosshair.
Speed override slider and Run / Pause / Restart controls.
Home / X0 / Y0 tools for fast alignment.
ToolPath tuning (per your Settings panels): Acceleration, TraverseVelocity, TraverseAcceleration, JunctionFactor, Smoothness, MinLineLength, HideTraverseLines, View = X,Y / X,Y,R / X,Y,R,S.
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 | X, Y (R,S ((Optional)) |
| Modes | DXF , Standard G-Code |
| Files | DXF (primary), G-code (optional) |
| Piercing | N/A → Turning: step-down, pass count, direction ) |
| Compensation | Junction smoothing, velocity planning, SafeZ retracts |
| Alignment | P1/P2 quick points, origin tools, 3D preview verification |
| Safety | Guard/door, spindle ready, tailstock clamp, E-stop, SafeZ |
| Recovery | Restart from last line; safe RPM and clearance restore |
| Reporting | Time, path length, passes, pauses/alarms, notes |
Upgrade path
XY (Essential) — 2-axis pattern sewing. Head actions are handled by I/O timing macros (needle up/down, presser foot, cutter).
Best for simple, repeatable seams and low-complexity fixtures.XYR (Advanced) — Adds a servo-controlled R axis for the vertical head/needle.
Gives precise needle positioning, stitch-length synchronization through corners, programmable lifts, and cleaner back-tacks.XYRS (Pro) — Adds a fourth S axis for an auxiliary head stage (e.g., thread-cutter / presser-foot / park module) with sensors.
Automates trim/foot-lift/park cycles and supports more complex jigs or multi-step operations.
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.
🔹 Automatically adding stitch repetition as desired at the beginning and the end of lines.
You set a target stitch length (e.g., 3.0 mm). The controller synchronizes XY feed with the sewing head so each needle cycle advances exactly that distance, even if the operator changes speed or the planner slows for corners.
🔹Automatic adjustment of the design in customizable dimensions (for quilting machines).
The interface can insert a short, programmable lock sequence—commonly called back-tack/bar-tack—at the start and finish of every seam.
🔹 Maintaining stitch pitch during changes in sewing speed along the path.
Load a DXF motif and tell the interface the target Width/Height of the quilt block plus margins/overlap; the software rescales and places the pattern for you.
