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Engraving 2L Software - Full Version:  Engraves Text, Logos, Pictures, Drawings, and Creates Incrementing Serial Numbers.

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The Engraving 2L Software (Full Version):

• Converts text in any font and size into standard g-code.
• A single line engraving font (stick type font) is included.
• Engraves Logos, Pictures, and Drawings - import and scale DXF files.
• Creates Incrementing Serial Numbers in any font or size.
• Produces generic g-code nc programs that are compatible with any CNC control that recognizes G0 and G1 commands.
• Operates on Microsoft Windows® XP/2000/NT/Me/98
• Available as a downloadable program.  If the software is required on a CD or 3 1/2" disk, please contact us prior to order placement.
• Click to view complete details (below) of the Full Version of the Engraving 2L Software.

If your CNC Control Can Recognize the G-Code Below, the Engraving 2L Software Program is Compatible with your CNC Machine.

Example creates the capital letter "L" one inch tall):

G0 Z0.200
G0 X0.000
Y0.000
G1 Z-0.025 F250.000
G1 X0.000 Y-1.000 F15.000
X0.540 Y-1.000
G0 Z0.200

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Full Detail of Features of The Engraving 2L Software - Full Version:

• Engrave any font and size.
  • Use any combination of uppercase, lowercase or special characters. The characters are converted into outlines.
  • Enter one or multiple lines of text.
  • A single line engraving font (stick type font) is automatically installed with the engraving program.
• Import and scale DXF files for engraving logos, pictures and drawings. Complex line engravings can be produced by importing DXF files from CAD, CAM or other drawing programs.
• Incremental serial numbers:
  • Create and engrave an incremental series of numbers in one output nc program (g-code program) by entering the starting and ending serial number and the increment.
  • Compatible with any CNC control that recognizes G0 and G1 commands. A pause command such as M0 (or any other code specified by the user) can also be used for pausing between incremental serial numbers.
  • Any font type, size and character spacing may be used for creating serial numbers. The serial numbers may also be rotated at an angle, mirrored, or wrapped around a circle.
  • Enter any nc codes before or after each incremental serial number.
    • - Enter simple nc codes. (Turn on or off the spindle and coolant, tool changes, pallet changes, coordinate offsets for multiple setups, etc.)
    • - Cut and paste other machining programs into the serial number interface window to run the programs before or after each serial number is engraved.
    • - Callout and run subprograms. (machine a part with a different nc program, then engrave the incrementing serial number)
  • Add fixed text to the left or right of the incrementing serial number. For example, the output could appear as "Lot number: 10368 rev.B" with 10368 as the incrementing number.
  • The serial number format is easily modified. For example, the output could appear as (with 1 as the incrementing number): "Lot:00001 rev.B" or "Lot: 1 rev.B" or "Lot :1 rev.B".
  • Add documentary comments to the output nc program to allow easily locating specific serial numbers within the g-code program. The comment format is easily modified for different CNC controls.
• Create standard 3 axis g-code output. Or the engraving output can be “wrapped” around a cylinder for 4 Axis rotary engraving.
• Define and display the part stock.  Determine whether the engraving will fit into an area of specific size.
• Rotate the engraving at any angle. Rotate text, DXF files, and incremental serial numbers.
• Mirror the engraving for mold-making or reverse engraving (for engraving the back side of clear materials). Mirror text, DXF files, and incremental serial numbers.
• Align text to the left, right, or center.
• Control the spacing between letters, words, and lines of text in a paragraph.
• Wrap the text or incrementing serial numbers around a circle of specified size. (eg. - the letters on a coin.)
• Export the text as a DXF file for use in other drawing or CAD/CAM software programs.
• Add any nc codes to the beginning and end of the output nc program. Allows complete CNC programs to be created that do not require any manual editing.
• Provides control of cutting feedrate, plunging feedrate and depth, rapid clearance plane height, line numbering, and origin point location.
• Operates using inches or millimeters.
• Creates Absolute (G90) or Incremental (G91) Output.
• Output Preview Window shows the engraving output. Zoom (in or out) and pan (scrolling) to verify the engraving before any machining is performed. Rapid moves may be displayed or hidden.
• The Engraving Output nc program is saved as a text file. File may be viewed and edited with notepad or another text editor.
• Detailed Instructional Help is provided with the program.

Click below to view a sample output nc program (An output g-code program.) for a serial number operation.
>>Sample CNC Serial Number g-code program<<

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Download Details for Engraving 2L Software:

• Engraving 2L Software is available as a download program which is installed on your PC.
• To download and register the software your computer should be connected to the internet and either have email access or have a printer attached for the required registration process.
• If the software is required on a CD or 3 1/2" disk, please contact us.
• Single Line Fonts are emailed as a zip file with installation instructions.