The Xpress configuration uses a homegrown simulation model that shows display artifacts. The reason for this is that the simulation model display resolution is not very high along the Z-axis. This causes jagged areas to be displayed under these circumstances. It should be emphasized that these are purely visual artifacts and do not represent the true output that would be generated on the machine tool.
XPRESS (Voxel Model) |
Standard (Polygonal Model) |
The Standard, Expert, Pro & Premium configurations use an advanced simulation module - a 3rd party simulation library and we pay royalties for using this component. This component renders about 2-5 times faster than our homegrown simulation component that is used in the Standard product.
The Voxel model can only be used for 2½ and 3 axis toolpaths. The main advantage of this model is very rapid processing times. The Polygonal model is necessary for simulating 4, 5 axis toolpaths. This model is more comprehensive and results in better display quality, however at the expense of speed.
Advanced Simulation Module also includes:
•Offers more realistic rendering
•Displays tool holder collision with stock in simulation
•Part/Stock comparison