Pentacut is a high-dimensional 3D trajectory planning module specifically designed for 5-axis laser processing machines, deeply integrating cutting-edge processes such as laser cutting, high-speed drilling, and precision dispensing, supporting dozens of mainstream 5-axis machine tool configurations worldwide. With forward-looking algorithms and expert-level process accumulation, Pentacut is widely used in aerospace, automotive panels, composite materials, and high-end manufacturing.
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Guided Full-Process Architecture
Continuing HedraCAM's clean and clear guided interface, complex 5-axis programming steps are broken down into standardized, visualized operation nodes. From model import to post-processing output, every step comes with guidance prompts, greatly lowering the technical barrier for 5-axis programming.
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Deep Adaptation to Support for Multiple Motion Structures
To meet processing requirements across different industries, the module supports various complex 5-axis/6-axis motion structures:
XYZ+AC / AB: Specifically designed for body panel and aviation skin sheet metal laser cutting.
XYZ+BC: Optimized for 5-axis precision drilling and special-angle cutting.
XYZ+AC+U: Provides professional tube 5-axis synchronized cutting solutions.
Multi XYZ+AB: Supports composite process machining and multi-head linkage.
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Intelligent Algorithms and AI Expansion
Intelligent Feature Recognition: Quickly identifies 3D model features, automatically generating optimal cutting paths.
Automatic Posture Optimization: Algorithms automatically optimize high-dimensional machining postures with interactive fine-tuning support.
AI Auto-Programming: For fixed processes and similar products, can iterate into AI unmanned intelligent programming system.
Visual Node Workflow
Support for Multiple Motion Structures
Gantry 5-Axis Laser Cutting
Intelligent 3D Feature Recognition
Multi-Head Co-Axis Multi-Nozzle Linkage
Collision Posture Auto-Optimization
Guided Operation
5-Axis Linkage
AI Programming
Feature Recognition
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Powerful Expert Process Library
Built-in industry-leading expert process parameters, supporting automatic optimization of cutting speed, power, and focal position based on different materials and thicknesses. An open Excel template customization interface allows enterprises to output proprietary process experience synchronously.
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Ultimate Simulation and Safety Detection
Built-in high-precision collision detection algorithms verify safety clearances between workpieces, fixtures, and machine structures in real time. Axis over-travel checks, path preview, and NC program verification functions avoid all risks before actual machining.
Welding Parameters
Lead-In/Out Config
Process Type Selection
Machining Parameters
Expert Library
Collision Detection
Safety Protection
Parameter Optimization
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Cutting
5-axis laser sheet metal/tube cutting, high-speed drilling, water-guided laser cutting, plasma cutting.
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Welding
Laser welding, TIG-MIG hybrid welding, multi-layer multi-pass welding.
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Special Processing
Precision dispensing, stereolithography, shot peening impact strengthening, dual-tower ultrasonic inspection, etc.
Laser Cutting
Laser Welding
Drilling
Plasma
Special Processing