The CNC MASTERS 1340 Lathe Master Software

The CNC MASTERS Control Unit is controlled by the user friendly MASTER software, which runs on any IBM-AT compatible computer with at least 500Mhz and Windows VISTA or XP (min 32 bit on both systems). It communicates with the CNC Control Unit through USB port the standard in computer communication. The MASTER software features a main windows panel interface that will allow the novice user to easily control the program and the machining of parts.

The Master software runs standard G-code files from other CAD-CAM software such as SmartCam, SurfCam, etc. The Master software also features its own programming language. It uses plain English conversational words, like “Move, Absolute, Incremental, Repeat, Rapid, Feed, Spindle on, etc.,” which are all self explanatory. These commands are conveniently picked from the pull-down menu and placed on the main screen editor ready for the user to complete. You can easily build a file of commands to turn a simple application without the need to learn or use a CAD-CAM program!

The ability of the MASTER software to run and repeat “subprograms” with a single command line is a very powerful feature that will save the user considerable manual input and easily program custom “canned cycles” such as inserting a series of grooves spaced every .5" along a 30" long round-stock that can be written with just a few lines. Verifying a new program can be easily done with the “trace” facility. In this mode you can step a program one line at a time and check the XYZ position counters, which serves as your DRO, against the blueprint of the part, or you can activate the “Draw file” command to see a graphic display of your file before you machine the part.

The Master software comes with the Guide for Lathe Cycles allowing the user to quickly create programs without the use of a CAD-CAM software. The user can input values for threading, turning, boring, and facing cycle applications. With one click of the Add button, the Master will write three lines of G-codes for each cycle.

Other Master Software Features

• Relative driving of any precise distance with one click +/- on the chosen axis
• Beep End Program--a beeping sound from the computer to notify the user that the job is done
• Return to Zero --recounts its steps back to your Zero position on either or both axes.
• Saved Home Positioning--never lose your Zero position again when machining the same part
• Intuitive Interface with axis jog buttons placed in the viewpoint of the cutter to avoid confusion of direction
• Operational Tech Support by email or phone during normal business hours for as long as your company owns the CNC Lathe. This beats waiting for answers on forums from other end users.

With the included G-CODES FILE INTERPRETER, the MASTER software can run files generated by many advanced CAM software packages, like VisualTurn which works converts drawings from any CAD software on standard file extensions such as .dwg, .dxf, .iges, .stl, and .step Or, use others like MASTERCAM, SURFCAM, RHINO, ARTCAM etc. All you need to do is setup your post-processor to match the CNC MASTERS 1340 Lathe and you will be able to machine the most complex surface program that your machining requires. The maximum file size will be controlled by the storage space available on the hard drive of the host computer. With the MASTER editor you can create, edit, load, or mix G-codes with the MASTER conversational command language.

The Master Software supports these standard G-Codes and M-codes:

G00 = Position (Fast speed)

G01 = Linear interpolation (Feed speed)

G02 = Circular interpolation (CW)

G03 = Counter Clockwise Circular interpolation (CCW)
Format: X__Z__I__J__ I,J are relative distance from start to center. 

G04 = Dwell time
G20 = Input in inches
G21 = Input in millimeters
G40 = Tool Nose Radius compensation cancel
G41 = Tool Nose Radius compensation left
G42 = Tool Nose Radius compensation right
G71 = Turning Cycle
G72 = Facing Cycle
G74 = Peck Drilling
G76 = Threading cycle
G90 = Absolute move (Modal)

G91 = Relative move (Modal)
G98 = Linear feed rate per time

M03 = Spindle on

M04 = Spindle off
M06 = Spindle reverse
M08 = Coolant on

M09 = Coolant off

M30 = End program