One-line value prop: Clean EPS/XPS foam cutting with smart heat control—and optional tangential C-axis that auto-orients the wire from DXF.
Who uses it: Packaging, architectural mouldings, letters/signs, props & set design.
Works with: 2-axis hot-wire tables (XY) and XYC machines with a rotating wire head.
Compatible controllers: PC-SMART 4A / PC-SMART 3AS / PC-PRO LAN 4A
Supported files: DXF and standard G-code (e.g., ArtCAM / PowerMill posts)
Important: This interface does not include C axis calculation .
XY gantry over foam block/sheet; adjustable envelope and homing.
Optional C-axis (tangential wire rotation): the head rotates to keep the wire aligned to the path’s tangent or to a specified direction when required.
Wire tensioning, quick-change fixtures; origin presets for remnant reuse.
DXF-first workflow: load a DXF and cut—no custom post required.
Tangent Path Solver (C-axis): computes the wire orientation from DXF geometry, applying look-ahead so the head rotates only when needed (corners, direction changes, fixture avoidance).
Direction Rules: lock angles on straights, snap to segment tangent on curves, optional orientation offsets to clear pins/clamps.
Thermal kerf/offset by material and wire gauge; speed ⇄ heat sync keeps the melt zone consistent.
Corner slow-down, tangent exits, optional tabs/bridges for part retention.
Reports: cycle time, cut length, breaks/pauses; operator notes saved with the job.
DXF direct: no G-code post needed for XY/XYC
Tangential C-axis orientation auto-computed from path geometry
Thermal kerf/offset, pre-heat dwell, auto cool-down, wire-break detect
Speed–heat coupling, corner slow-down, tabs/bridges
Simulation / demo run (wire off), single-block step
Soft limits, interlocks, full E-stop chain
Job logs and quick recall
| Area | Spec |
| Axes / Modes | XY (standard) · XYC (tangential rotation) |
| File Formats | DXF, standard G-code |
| Tangential Control | C-axis angle from DXF tangent; look-ahead; angle locks/offsets |
| Heat Control | SSR/PWM wire power, pre-heat dwell, cool-down |
| Compensation | Thermal kerf/offset, corner slow-down |
| Performance | Smooth planner; stable velocity on arcs/long contours |
| I/O | Wire power, fan/extraction, beacons/alarms, safety relays |
Load DXF and review preview (XY or XYC mode).
Set origin; secure the block/sheet and confirm fixtures.
Choose material preset (EPS/XPS), wire gauge & heat.
(XYC) Tangential rules: select tangent mode, angle locks, or offset for clamp clearance.
Simulate / Demo run (wire off), confirm limits and rotation moves.
Pre-heat and run with speed–heat sync; auto cool-down; save report.
Need live C-Axis control? Choose XYC Hot wire for using C axis in your toolpath .
Seamlessly load and execute DXF files without the need for G-code conversion — streamlining your workflow and reducing setup time.
Select specific parts from complex drawings and customize cutting order with intuitive control over toolpath sequencing.
Scale, rotate, and mirror parts directly within the interface — with live toolpath previews to ensure precision.
Manually drag and drop parts onto your material sheet to accommodate irregular shapes, pre-cut stock, or remnant reuse.
Set up to three independent pause points — before the cut, during the cut, and after the cut — for manual checks or operational adjustments.
Execute toolpaths in reverse to minimize material warping or adjust final exit points based on design needs.
Perform a complete motion test without activating the torch. Ideal for verifying the toolpath before live cutting.
Real-world clips of Radonix interfaces on production machines—setup, operation, quality tips, and quick troubleshooting.
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