New DeskProto® version offers more options for rotary machining.

For immediate release, May 2021.

[Adding more options for rotation axis toolpaths strengthens the leading position of DeskProto as most affordable CAM software for fourth axis machining.]

Utrecht (Netherlands) -- May 19, 2021 -- A new version of the DeskProto 3D CAM software has been released today by Delft Spline Systems. This Version 7.1 includes two important new features: it is now possible to make a simulation of the rotary toolpaths, and also to select a rectangular block of material for rotary toolpaths. Both new features have been requested by many users.

"DeskProto is widely appreciated for its complete support of fourth axis machining.” says product manager Lex Lennings, "Especially the support for toolpaths below the rotation axis and the continuous helix toolpath are unique in lowcost CAM software. We are happy that we now can offer even more options for rotary machining.”

Two screenshots of Venus de Milo and one result machined in wood.

DeskProto screen with the STL geometry, a simulation, and a sculpture machined in wood.

The image above shows the head of Venus de Milo (this STL file is a free download on the DeskProto website). Left a screenshot showing the geometry within a rectangular block (drawn in brown lines). The simulation gives a clear view of the result that can be expected. The result has been machined in wood (American maple) and has been treated with wood oil.

Read more about what is new in V7.1 on www.deskproto.com/products/newinv71.
Version 7.1 is a free update for users of Version 7.0.

About DeskProto

DeskProto by Delft Spline Systems is the 3D CAM program that has made CNC milling a competitive alternative for 3D Printing by making it just as easy. The software can import 2D drawing files (DXF, EPS, AI), 3D geometry files (STL, DXF) and digital images (BMP, JPG, PNG, ...), calculate NC toolpaths and then export NC program files suited for any 3-axis or 4-axis CNC milling machine. Key feature is the ease of use: DeskProto is aimed at designers, not (as most other CAM software) at CNC specialists.

Despite its low-end price DeskProto contains many high-end features, like automatic feedrate reduction at high chiploads, collet collision check, full rotation axis support, the two-sided milling wizard, and much more (not all options are available in all editions). Current users range from hobbyists and one-person model-shops to multinational A-brand companies like Unilever, Lancôme, Sony-Ericsson and NASA.
For more information visit www.deskproto.com

Illustration:

The illustration is available for download in two resolutions:
www.deskproto.com/images/dp71-venus-pressrel-small.png (650x320 pixels, 182 KB).
www.deskproto.com/images/dp71-venus-pressrel-large.jpg (2200x1100 pixels, 286 KB).
Illustration caption: "DeskProto screen with the STL geometry, a simulation, and a sculpture machined in wood."

For more information

For more information on this press release contact Lex Lennings of Delft Spline Systems
Tel +31 30 296 5957, Email info@deskproto.com

DeskProto® is a registered trademark of Delft Spline Systems.