The modules and options of GO2cam
GO2cam is a wide-range CADCAM software for Milling, Turning, Swiss Machining and Wire-Cut EDM.
GO2cam is composed of several modules and offers many complementary options.
The Modules
GO2cam modules are directly linked to the machining technologies. Each module is offered in several packages defined according to the machine kinematics and capabilities.
Module | Technology/Use | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Machining Center | Milling | See package details |
Multi-Parts Machining | Batch/array setups | See package details |
Boring Head | Milling – boring cycles | |
Horizontal Lathe | Turning | |
Vertical Lathe | Turning | |
Swiss Machining Lathe | Swiss machining | |
Wire-Cut EDM | Wire EDM | |
Robot | Automation/robotic handling |
Contact your local reseller to get information about the packages, their pricing and the availability of options.
Common Features
Available in all the packages:
Feature | Description/Notes |
|---|---|
Dynamic Simulation | Material removal with collision detection |
Standard Workshop Documentation | Requires Excel or Acrobat PDF |
Standard Post-processors | Included |
NC Editor | Included |
Specific environments accessible from Homepage:
Environment | Purpose |
|---|---|
Layout Design/Dimensioning | Set texts, dimensions, annotations, title blocks |
Forming Tools and Tools Libraries | Define standard tools and families; design forming tools and toolholders |
Clamping/Toolholders | Create workholding devices and clamping elements; import from CAD |
Creation of Machine Components | Build machine components |
The Options
The options are linked to the modules.
CAD Interfaces
Many CAD interfaces are available as options. Check the list here: List of CAD interfaces
Interface | Included in | Notes |
|---|---|---|
DXF/DWG | All products and packages | |
IGES | All products and packages | |
STEP | Packages with solid kernel | |
dataGO | Optional | Enables reading/associativity with main CAD systems |
List of options available in GO2cam
Option | What it does | Typical module/area |
|---|---|---|
Probing | Align part, set origin on stock, inspect part | Milling/Turning |
Machine Tool Environment (MTE) | Tool prep, control, and simulation in a realistic machine | All modules |
General Machining Features (GMF) | Automate machining via feature recognition; stock, pockets, holes, deburring | Milling |
Holes Machining Features (HMF) | Hole machining; user templates | Milling |
Gundrilling | Deep-hole cycles with intersection/cavity management | Milling |
Deburring (3-axis) | Automatic edge deburring with 3-axis strategy | Milling |
4-axis Milling | Dedicated 4-axis cycles | Milling |
5-axis Milling | Dedicated 5-axis cycles | Milling |
5-axis Swarf | Single cycle for swarf cutting in 5 axes | Milling |
5-axis Expert | Advanced 4/5-axis simultaneous cycles | Milling |
5-axis Deburring | Automatic deburring with 5-axis strategy | Milling |
5-axis Multi-Blades Classic | Machine multiple blades | Milling (Turbomachinery) |
5-axis Multi-Blades Expert | Machine multiple blades (advanced) | Milling (Turbomachinery) |
5-axis Port Machining | Port machining (5-axis Expert option) | Milling (Automotive/Aerospace) |
millyuGO | High-efficiency roughing with anticipative finishing | Milling |
Swiss Turning Tools Manufacturer (STTM) | Design and machine Swiss turning tools (Wire EDM) | Wire EDM/Swiss |
Nesting | Nest parts for Wire EDM and Milling | Wire EDM/Milling |
User Workshop Documents | Create and customize Workshop Document templates | All modules |
NC Control | Simulate real NC code inside MTE | MTE |