The highest quality is given all at once

FF/cam is aimed at improving machine uptime rates by enabling anyone to create NC data quickly and easily.

Workflow

Helpful functions for toolpath generation

Machining

Operating environment

Ease of use and excellent visibility are highlighted.

Intuitive element select
Even a large number of elements can be selected quickly from the available options with this handy feature. Ex: Simply trace the desired surface with the mouse.

High visibility status icons

Colors indicate the present status of the set machining processes. Processes shown in gray or yellow require toolpath calculations. The job is done when all processes are shown in green.

Helpful prompts
Placing the cursor on a parameter displays a short explanation of the function.

Graphic window
Large-scale models can be drawn at high speed with exacting accuracy. The ability to represent shapes is markedly improved.

ew All-n ting pera en o scre

Kind Help Topics

Placing the cursor on a parameter displays a helpful prompt. The details of the parameter are clear without opening up the manual.

Customizing
Frequently used functions can be set in easily accessible places. Menus and shortcut keys can be customized to match personal preferences for a stress-free operating environment.

Condition flags
The ball colors indicate the progress of data generation. The operator knows at a glance if machining data calculations are needed or not.

Process tree
The machining sequence and parameter settings are knowable at a glance. The tabular display of parameters lets the operator define machining conditions as if editing a process chart.

Scale
The on-screen scale makes it easy to understand the size of a model. The rough size of a part can be known by simply displaying the model.

Operating environment

Helpful functions for toolpath generation

Machining

Workflow

Quickest data generation, Fastest tool paths

Delayed NC data supply would suspend production.

General CAM

Select the machining process

Edit the model for outputting the optimum toolpaths

Select the tool, machining method and toolpath calculation

Edit the toolpaths

Select the machining conditions and output the NC data

NC data done

Select the machining process

Select the tool, machining method and toolpath calculation

NC data done

Program creation time

OFF!

Selecting the type of machining process from templates

The optimum machining method can be selected from a wide variety of machining templates that envision various machining situations.
Rough MC Semi-finish MC Finish MC

Selecting the type of tool

Data input for 1 machining operation is completed in 3 minutes!

Modeling is taken over

CAD data (model) imported into a CAM system cannot be used in that form in the machining process. The model must be edited using a CAD system or CAD functions built into the CAM system in order to output the optimum toolpaths. FF/cam incorporates Toolpath Assist and One Click Masking functions for generating the desired toolpaths by simply clicking with the mouse on the relevant portions of the model. For One-way Not making much progress example, you can run a toolpath from operation with slightly outside the model or mask holes to FF/cam be machined by EDM. These functions free the operator from the tedious task of having to edit machining programs.

Complete NC data are generated with toolpaths Easy to choose from a wealth of templates regardless of experience.
FF/cam uses the principle of Makino's FF Machining process to generate optimum toolpaths from roughing to finish machining. The result is stable, high-speed machining with minimal tool friction and breakage. Moreover, the FF/cam database contains a wealth of practical cutting conditions based on extensive real-world machining experience accumulated by Makino as a machine tool maker. With this support, even beginning operators can easily generate data for high-quality machining.
FF/cam embodies Makino's extensive machining expertise gained as a machine tool builder. Toolpaths and machining conditions can be output and sent as they are to a machining center without any editing. This means toolpath output equals NC data output, so machining can begin instantly at anytime. Ordinary work operations Toolpath generation Editing Addition of machining conditions Generation of NC data Machining

Generation Machining of NC data & toolpath with FF/cam V.7

Operating environment

Workflow

Helpful functions for toolpath generation

Machining

One Click Masking blocks up the hole automatically

Just select face to block up holes.
Masking holes or grooves that are not to be machined usually requires returning to the CAD system to do tedious tasks like "trim release" or "face extension. " With One Click Masking, it can be done in the CAM system by simply selecting the area around a hole. CAM system operators do not have to master CAD is time task system operations. The tly Select the target area Done!

Function for masking holes

This function is used to mask grooves, holes and insert pockets to be machined later by EDM. All types of holes can be masked by simply clicking on the top of a hole.

Function for masking drill holes

Many drill holes in a part shape can be masked all at one time with this function. The size of holes to be masked can also be specified. This makes it possible to mask just the holes to be drilled and to leave all the holes to be machined with an end mill.

greaced! redu

Function for masking notches When editing a model with a CAD system
Masking holes with a CAD system by combining multiple functions is a complicated, time-consuming process.
This function eliminates notches midway in a face to be machined, thereby creating a simple machining area for which the toolpath can easily be generated.

Function for masking the area between two curves

This function applies a face between two edges.

Select the face

Select the edge

Select the edge

Done Done

Operating environment

Workflow

Helpful functions for toolpath generation

Finish machining

Optimal toolpaths eliminate the polish ing

Toolpaths that deliver smooth machined surfaces eliminate the need for polishing.
Specified edges are finished to sharply defined corners.
Corner edge function for contour and projection machining
Corners that tend to become slightly rounded are finished to a sharp definition. This function is especially effective for machining the edges of parting lines, slides and punch dies, among other parts.
Without contour corner edge With contour corner edge

Generating toolpaths specifically for machining copper electrodes and thin ribs
Thin rib machining
Toolpaths that take into account the tool load during machining are generated specifically for machining thin ribs. Toolpaths for deflection-free rib machining can be generated with simple settings.
Conventional machining Thin rib machining

Wobble

Wobble

Wobble

Excess thickness Finishing stock

Removal of uncut areas and the leaving of stock for finish machining are defined separately for each depth of cut. This facilitates machining without any rib deflection due to the load.

Reduction of parting face adjustment

Plastic mold machining

Because the machining load is stable, corners can be machined directly using a small 0.3 mm radius ball end mill.

For minimizing hand finishing

Along surface machining
Smooth toolpaths are generated for machining multiple curved surfaces. When applied to the finish machining process, approach motions are minimized in pursuit of polishing-free machining.

FF/cam generates toolpaths faithful to the machining model. Together with the use of a high-accuracy machining center, this eliminates breaking-in adjustments for parting surfaces.

Workpiece size 505040 mm Workpice material PD61360HRC No. of tools used 11 Smallest tool dia. 0.3 mmball end mill Tool cutting edge length8 mm

2-D machining

Holder interference

Collision free toolpaths

Check for holder interference
A toolpath is generated only for the portions that can be machined with the specified tool overhang length. This function generates safe toolpaths without any holder interference even for workpieces with deep cavities and complex geometries.

Simulation results obtained with the function for checking for tool-holder interference.

Flat face machining

FF/cam automatically detects the flat areas of the workpiece geometry and outputs toolpaths only for those surfaces. This function is well suited to machining with a flat end mill.

Flat edge machining

FF/cam automatically detects the flat areas and section edges of the workpiece geometry and outputs toolpaths only for the edges of the flat surfaces.

Safety...
Division of tool overhang length
A check is made for interference between the tool shank or holder and the workpiece shape, based on previously created toolpath display files. Toolpath display files can be divided between the areas with and without interference.A check is made for interference between the tool shank or holder and the workpiece shape, based on previously created toolpath display files. Toolpath display files can be divided between the areas with and without interference.
Toolpath diagram of before division

Toolpath diagram 1 of after division Toolpath diagram 2 of after division

2D profile machining
Toolpaths are generated along the lines of simple profiles. This feature is also used for outputting a tool radius compensation code.

Hole machining
This function facilitates hole machining with various tools, including drills, taps, reamers, borers and chamfering cutters, among others.

Optimal tool selection

Calculation of tool overhang length
This function calculates the tool overhang length needed for machining. It determines the shortest possible tool overhang and selects the most efficient machining conditions.

Press die machining

Cutting tools are subjected to large loads when machining quenched materials and other materials having high hardness. When finish machining deep cavities in particular, uncut corner areas have a large impact on the tool, giving rise to gouging at the corners. Uncut corner areas can be removed with the corner machining function prior to finishing, making it possible to maintain a constant tool load during finish machining. For quick, high-quality machining

Machining database

Operating environment/ Support

Verification of machining time

Machining condition database
Makino has created a database of machining conditions based on the FF Machining principle honed through extensive experience as a machine tool builder. These machining conditions are not derived from theoretical calculations, but represent the accumulation of proven results in benchmark tests.

Operating environment

Pentium4 2.0GHz or more (Intel Core2 Duo 2.4GHz is recommended) For the CPU other than above, the operation is not guaranteed.

Memory Auxiliary memory Graphics card USB port

1GB or more (2GB or more is recommended) HDD (2 GB or more of empty memory space is required) Installation region must be formatted in the NTFS format. A graphics board compatible with OpenGL is required. For further information, see the homepage (http://www.ffcam.makino.co.jp/ffcam) Required for the security.

The database contains over 2,000 types of conditions just for solid ball end mills. The conditions are suitable for machining a wide variety of materials, ranging from carburized steels, pre-hardened steels and high-hardness steels to aluminum materials. Machining conditions are generated for achieving high efficiency with respect to machining time, machining accuracy and tool life, while taking into account the deflection and deformation that can occur during machining depending on the diameter and length of the tools used. The spindle speed, feedrate and depth of cut are all determined automatically. FF/cam has a comprehensive machining condition database for machining in the high-speed range at 40,000 min-1. This facilitates safe machining even with small-diameter tools of less than 1 mm in diameter.

FF/cam cannot be installed if an SQL Server 2005 (including the Express Edition) is already installed in the Windows certified mode. FF/cam must be installed in the mixed mode. The installation procedure requires the password of the SQL Server 2005 administrator.

Storing individual skills in a database for shared used

Process database
Machining processes can be registered that contain the types of machining methods matching the conditions of the customer's shop, including the kinds, materials and sizes of the workpieces machined and the machine tools used. For example, the accumulated expertise of experienced operators can be put into the database for everyone to share.
Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd.
Head Office
3-19 Nakane 2-chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 152-8578, Japan Tel: +81(0)3-3717-1151 Fax: +81(0)3-3725-2105 URL http://www.makino.co.jp

Atsugi Works International Operation Department

4023 Nakatsu, Aikawa-machi, Aiko-gun, Kanagawa 243-0303, Japan Tel: +81(0)46-286-6748 Fax: +81(0)46-286-4334

Makino J Co., Ltd.

4007 Nakatsu, Aikawa-machi, Aiko-gun, Kanagawa 243-0303, Japan Tel: +81(0)46-286-8350 Fax: +81(0)46-286-8385

Makino Inc.

Makino s.r.o. (SK)

Tuhovsk 31, 83106 Bratislava, Slovakia Tel: +421 2 496 12 100 Fax: +421 2 496 12 400 URL http://www.makino.sk

Reliable machining data Makino has created a database of machining conditions based on the FF Machining Principle that embodies Makino's expertise and experience as a machine tool builder. The highly reliable data are the accumulation of proven results obtained in actual cutting tests.

Sharing of data The sharing of a database makes it possible to constantly update and accumulate the latest machining expertise for shared use by everyone. The quality of NC data throughout the entire shop will be improved by thoroughly eliminating waste and accumulating effective machining know-how.
Personal database Personal database Existing database

7680 Innovation Way, Mason, Ohio, 45040, U.S.A. Tel: +1-513-573-7200 Fax: +1-513-573-7360 URL http://www.makino.com

Makino Inc. Auburn Hills

2600 Superior Court, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Tel: +1-248-232-6200 Fax: +1-248-6201 URL http://www.makino.com

Makino-CNC Ileri Teknoloji ve Pazarlama Limited Sirketi

Istanbul Trakya Serbest Bolgesi Ataturk Bulvari Begonya Sok. Blok:1 34540 Catalca / Istanbul / TURKEY Tel: +90(0)212-7866200 Fax: +90(0)212-7866205

Makino Europe GmbH

Makino GmbH Business Unit Production Machinery Essener Bogen 5, 22419 Hamburg, Germany Tel: +49(40) 298 090 Fax: +49(40) 298 09 400 URL http://www.makino.de Makino GmbH Business Unit Die & Mould Kruichling 18, 73230 Kirchheim unter Teck, Germany Tel: +49(7021) 503 0 Fax: +49(7021) 503 400 URL http://www.makino.de

Makino Asia Pte Ltd

2 Gul Avenue, Singapore 629649 Tel: +65-6861-5722 Fax: +65-6861-1600 URL http://www.makino.com.sg

Makino India Private Limited

No.11, Export Promotion Industrial Park K.R. Puram, Bangalore - 560 066 India Tel: +91(0)80-2841- 9500 Fax: +91(0)80-2841-0538 URL http://www.makinoindia.co.in

Security

Makino Thailand Co., Ltd.

57/23 Moo 4, Ramintra Road, km 2.5, Bangkhen, Bangkok 10220 Thailand Tel: +66(0)2971-5750 Fax: +66(0)2971-5751 URL http://www.makino.com.th

Makino France S.A.S.

Z.A. Les Bordes, 21, rue Gustave Madiot 91070 Bondoufle, France Tel: +33(169) 116396 Fax: +33(169) 116399 URL http://www.makino.fr

Makino China Co., Ltd.

No.2 Makino Rd, Jiangsu Mould Industry Experimental Zone, Kunshan National Hi-Tech Industrial Park, Kunshan, Jiangsu Province. PRC Tel: +86(0)512-5777-8000 Fax: +86(0)512-5777-9900 URL http://www.makino.com.cn

Provision of information

Makino Italia Srl

Via Codognino Laudense, 40 26854 Cornegliano Laudense (LO), Italy Tel: +39(0371) 697211 Fax: +39(0371) 428147 URL http://www.makino.it

Makino s.r.o.
Praha Czech Republic Tel: +420(2) 20105525 URL http://www.makino.cz

Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd. Seoul Branch 335-12, Dokusan-Dong, Geumcheon-Gu, Seoul, Korea Tel: +82(0)2-856-8686 Fax: +82(0)2-856-8555 URL http://www.makinoseoul.co.kr

Optimized database

*The specifications in this catalog may be changed without prior notice to incorporate improvements resulting from ongoing R&D programs. *The machines displayed in this catalog are fitted with optional equipment. *This product, including technical data and software, may be subject to the Japanese Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Law. Prior to any re-sale, re-transfer or re-export of controlled items, please contact Makino to obtain any required authorization or approval.