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Mach3

Mach3 is the flagship of the ArtSoft USA products. It is released in two versions:  a Lockdown version, and a Development version.  The Lockdown is a stable, static release recommended for new users, or people trialing the software.  The Development version contains developing features and is released quite often so people can obtain new (but untested) features and capabilities.

The software will run in Demo mode until "unlocked" by a license file - please make sure that you get your machine successfully running in Demo mode, and that you are happy with the performance, before you purchase a license.  While in Demo mode, the software has the following limitations:

*If you would like to control your machine via a parallel port using the Mach3 Parallel Port Driver, you must use a desktop PC running a 32-bit version of Windows. Laptops are not supported because the power saving features of the chipsets disrupt the pulse stream. Mach3 will only be supported on laptops running an external motion controller, such as one of those found on the Plugins page.*

Mach3 - Vista

Mach3 will run under 32-bit versions of Vista with the following registry patch:

Mach3 - Translations

The following translations of Mach3 are available from various distributors:

Newfangled Mill Wizard (Beta)

The Mill Wizard is a stand-alone program to create G-code for milling simple parts and for doing basic operations where CAM software can be overly complicated and complex. This software fills the gap between CAM software and writing G-code manually. An illustration of how the Mill Wizard works is available on its product page.

LazyCam (DEAD PROJECT)

Due to the availability of other, more mature, low cost CAM packages, LazyCam development has ceased and it will remain in permanent Beta status. LazyCam is not intended - and not supported - for use in a production environment.

LazyCam is a BETA-release free importer included with Mach3.  It's purpose is to import standard dxf, cmx, and other file types to allow those that do not use CAM programs to more easily generate Gcode to be run under Mach3. The Basic (free) edition of LazyCam that is included with Mach3 carries no cost, but will only output 50 lines of gcode if Mach3 is running in Demo mode.  There is an optional PRO level upgrade that turns on advanced features such as object offsetting, pocketing, etc.  As the software is BETA, not all features are fully functional - please thoroughly test your files before purchasing a Pro license!

(Note: Requires the ".net 2.0 update" from Microsoft to prevent an error at startup.)

ArtSoft Recommended CAM Programs

While Mach3 does come with LazyCam for very simple tasks, it is recommended to use a full CAM program. The CAM programs in this section are highly recommended products, and include Mach3 post-processors. If you have a requirement for CAM programs, we highly suggest you try these products.

The world leader in powerful and affordable CAD-CAM software.
A robust, inexpensive CAM package with many users worldwide, from CNC hobbyists to professional machinists and engineers.
An innovative drawing to GCode generator.
An easy CAD/CAM system for 2.5 axis machining. Perfect for all budgets.
A very nice GCode generator for 3D model files.
Affordable Integrated CAM Software for Rhinoceros.
One of the best Plasma CAM packages available, and also very good at general Milling work.
A collection of very professional, very easy to use 3D CAM programs.
Easy to use, powerful and yet affordable, allowing customers utilize the software in a wide variety of industries.
A free STL File creation utility to create models from point clouds for cutting in Meshcam, VCarve, and other 3D CAM programs. Download and unzip to the Mach3 folder. An example point cloud is included.

Mach3 Programmers Resources

These programs are used by developers for writing plugins and adding options to Mach3, or to interface others programmers code to Mach3's interface.

Mach3 Software Development Kit.(reqs. Mach3 2.0).  Overview video available on the videos page.
Current Includes Files from Mach3 SDK.
Ed Bryson's wizard for writing plugins in VS2008.  Tutorial videos available on the videos page.
Remote control interface example. For application interface.

Documentation

Downloadable PDF manuals for Mach2/3 can be found on the Documentation page. There is no manual for LazyCam as it is still an evolving program. Video tutorials for both Mach and LazyCam are also available.

Misc. Documents

This file is to aid in optimizing your Windows XP OS to remove interfering processes.

Screens

Screen Designers

The latest, most robust screen designer for Mach.  (available after the jump under the Projects menu)
A scrolling Screen Designer, unzip to the Mach3 folder.
The Original Mach3 Screen Designer.

Screensets

A collection of user-written screensets is available on the Screensets page.