ZWSOFT Updates ZW3D 2011 with Service Pack 2

By DE Editors

ZWSOFT released Service Pack 2 as an update to ZW3D, its flexible CAD/CAM software for 3D modeling and machining. SP2 provides users with several enhancements, speed improvements, and bug fixes, and is available at no cost to customers.

With service pack 2, the display speed of ZW3D 2011 is now up to twelve times faster than with ZW3D 2011 SP1. For instance, the speed of viewing operations related to redrawing, zooming, blanking and unblanking, and revolve are improved by 40 percent to 50 percent. In wire frame mode, the redraw speed is two times faster than before,  while redraws in hidden-line mode are now three times faster.

CAM tool paths for 5-axis operations are now calculated five faster. 2X operation zigzags and box cuts are improved through the ability to approach or retract from air or outside when the tool location is ‘on’  or ‘past’. Mill3 tactics are enhanced to ensure minimum and maximum tools are controlled by tool selections specified by users.

Sheetmetal and 3D modeling enhancements include a real-time preview; an improved unfold function to support more types of imported models; a new height option that controls the sizes of flanges; and the ability of assemblies to use support surfaces as an orientation frame when inserting components. The Hole command is improved in its operation,  and another new command makes cylindrical stocks.

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Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.