Overview of CAD Module

While shapes can be created in a number of ways, they usually must be modified to prepare them for cutting.  Most drawing and CAD (computer assisted design) programs are not capable of making these modifications.   These modifications include:   Automatically closing unwanted gaps   Scaling to the desired size   Offsetting the cut to compensate for the gap made by the torch   Creating lead-ins (and lead-outs) to prevent piercing blemishes   Duplicating the desired no. of shapes in a variety of patterns   Exact placement of shapes within shapes   Automatically nesting shapes for maximum use of material   Automatically (or manually) setting the cut sequence, or order   Shapes can be created by drawing them within the software, importing them from AutoCad or a similar program, or converting scanned images.  The above operations are then performed.  When the shapes are ready for cutting they are passed along to the Torchmate Driver Module for execution.   Proceed to review of Torchmate CAD Module screen layout