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Become a desktop 3D system expert
and open up the creative possibilities
CNC has to offer.
Stable compact 3D system
Produce your designs and ideas on the
computer and translate them into the real
world using the STEPCRAFT CNC system
Reliable and accurate
Modular multifunctional system
Router
3D Printer
Foam cutter
Vinyl cutter
Compatible with a variety of materials
Wood
Plastic
Foam
Vinyl
Card
Choose to build the machine yourself
Fully illustrated 3D instructions provided
Made in Germany
We provide customised versions of the
STEPCRAFT system
12 Month warranty on all parts
We supply and support all aspects of the machine
Every spare part for every machine is available
In a few easy steps you can extract a
working CNC file from any graphics package
such as Adobe illustrator or Coreldraw.
The CNC file can then be used to reproduce
your part in a variety of materials.
The STEPCRAFT system is unique and
modular offering a variety of application
options. Milling, Drilling, Plotting,
3D printing and Foamcutting are all
possible from the one machine.
Many different materials can be processed
For example: Plywood, Laminated wood,
EPP, ABS, PE, PVC, Stropor®, Lexan®,
Plexiglass®, Carbon can all be machined.
Light maching and engraving work is
possible on Brass and Aluminum
Because the STEPCRAFT system is
Computer controlled it is fully automated
once setup. Precise acccurate operations
can be repeated many times.
Base machine prices S300 S420 and S600
Machine working dimensions and prices
S300
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
300 x 210mm
380 x 222mm
430 x 345mm
655£
S420
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
420 x 300mm
500 x 312mm
545 x 435mm
799£
S600
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
600 x 420mm
680 x 432mm
730 x 553mm
1060£
Technical specifications
Repeatability accuracy
Rapid feed rate
Tool holder
Scope of machine delivery (Kit form)
+/- 0.04mm
1,800mm/min
43mm collar
Kit Contents`
All parts for machine frame as per figure below
Fully illustrated assembly instructions
Kit Contents: The kit comes with all the parts
you will need to build the STEPCRAFT system
as you see it in the image below. All motors,
drives and cables are included.
The fully illustrated 3D instructions are designed
to help you move through the build step by step.
The attention to detail here is simial to what you
would expect of a LEGO type model build. The
instructions are impressively comprehensive.
NOTE: The base kit comes with WinPC starter
that is an introductory piece of software
Drive electronics
Motors
SEE NEXT PAGE FOR FULL SOFTWARE
SCOPE
WinPC Starter
Everything needed to get a first fully operaional XYZ CNC system
Stepper motor drives
43mm Diameter clamping collar
Rapid feed rates of up to
1,800mm/min can be achieved
- Dremel/Proxxon routing
- 3D printing
- Foam cutting
- Vinyl cutting
Aluminium frame
Machine parts made
from Aluminium and
Stainless Steel
STEPCRAFT-profiles
Multifunctional Custom
Designed profiles
- Clamping
- Machine stiffness
- Bed support
- Drive system rails
Integrated Clamping System
Quick and easy clamping
of sheet materials up to
15mm thick
Machine bed
Wear resistant HPL
as standard. Tslot
available for all
machines
Drive Tuning
Simple machine bed removal
Simply remove the two allen key
blots and the bed will slot out for
easy replacement of modification
Y axis covers
The Drives can be
adjusted and tuned
without machine
dissassembly
Inspection covers
for easy maintenance.
Silicon seals to keep
the drives clean
What are the main steps to control a STEPCRAFT?
There are three main steps you need to consider
1) CAD / Design. The first step in the CNC process if that you need
draw/design your parts and shapes that you wish to machine. Sometimes
its an option to use an existing CAD package that you are already familiar with
and use. Equally - you may never had used a CAD package before. You do not
need existing CAD experience to use these systems
2) CAM / Toolpath generation. This step interprets the CAD data you have
designed and generates a toolpath that the machine control software then
runs to reproduce the previously drawn part. It is this stage that translates
the part design you have drawn into a format that the machine can use to
make your part
3) Finally the machine controller is used to carry out the machining operation.
It is important to be able to intuitively understand and interact with the machine
at this stage as it is critical to the quality and success of the output.
IDEA....
1) Part designed on
Computer (CAD)
2) Toolpath Generated
from the Design (CAM)
3) Control software used to control
machine to produce the part
Final part produced from original idea
Basic Software system provided with the STEPCRAFT kit
WinPC Starter is provided as standard with the machine kit
WinPC starter is provided in all the machine kits as standard that we provide - and is included in the
prices for the machine systems. There are introductory exercises and first trials that are carried out on
WinPC starter and to get you moving the machine fort the first time.
Once comissioned you must use Corel Draw (CAD) to generate your part shapes in order to design
and machine your own parts.
WinPC starter is an excellent introduction to get you making your first steps with the STEPCRAFT.
However - WinPC starter will quickly limit what you can get out of the machinie. See the UCCNC
software descrption to get the most out of your STEPCRAFT system.
Corel Draw
1) Part designed on
Computer (CAD)
CorelDRAW is the CAD package
compatible with WinPC Starter
- Use Corel to draw your parts
2) Toolpath Generated
from the Design (CAM)
WinPC Starter
3) Control software used to control
machine to produce the part
WinPC Starter is both the CAM
and control software
Files generated in Corel Draw are imported into WinPC starter and the machine can then be
programmed to follow the paths generated in 2D by CorelDRAW. Therefore WinPC starter acts as
both the CAM software AND the control software.
Advantages
Disadvantages
Simple and straight forward
Limited functionality
Machine tuning and setup explained
No Tool Radius compensation
Sample exercises are good intro to first steps
Single cutting pass depth
Easy to setup and get machining
No live view of machine `
UCCNC upgraded software package for STEPCRAFT
UCCNC controller combined with Cut2D
The UCCNC controller is offered as an upgrade to your STEPCRAFT system. The UCCNC
is a full Gcode controller and allows you to get the most out of your machine. As it is a full Gcode
controller you can use programs like Cut2D and VcarvePro to use the STEPCRAFT. This opens
up the machine to singnificantly more possiblities.
The UCCNC live view of the machine position, and very user friendly interface is our recommended
addition to your STEPCRAFT CNC system.
The UCCNC runs on a very reliable USB motion controller called the UC100. Therefore we can
guarantee that this system will run on any PC from windows 2000 onwards.
When the UCCNC is used with Cut2D or VcarvePro. The machines functionality can then be
realised to its full potential.
1) Part designed on
Computer (CAD)
Cut2D has basic CAD Capacity
Cut2D has basic CAD capacity internally and
can also import DXF files from external
CAD packages.
2) Toolpath Generated
from the Design (CAM)
3) UCCNC software to control the STEPCRAFT
Cut2D can be used to design your part
shapes (CAD) and also generate the toolpaths
to control the machine (CAM). There are a
number of settings and options that you can
choose from before you export to the machine.
The UCCNC control software can then read these toolpaths and make your designs. When using
the Cut2D and UCCNC combination your STEPCRAFT is a fully automated CNC system. You do
not need to be a technical whizz to get your head around the process. Both Cut2D and UCCNC
are both very intuitive and we provide a very comprehesive set of instructions for you to help you
setup and become proficient with the software as quickly as possible.
NOTE: Cut2D (95£) and VcarvePro (395£) are very similar. VcarvePro is the fully feature packed
2D CAM from vectric. You can download the demo versions from Vectric.com to test them out.
Advantages
Full Gcode machine controller
Outline, pocket and pecking capacity
Live view of machine position on UCCNC
Compatiblity with other CAD packages
Tool radius compensation in Cut2D
Intuitive Cut2D/UCCNC GUIs for ease of use
Multiple pass machining toolpaths possible
Software compatible with all our machines
Software options Summary
UCCNC/Cut2D and WinPC/CorelDRAW
There are two options for your STEPCRAFT system
1) You can choose to use WinPC starter that is included in the kit. As WinPC starter is not a Gcode
controller is its not compatible with any other CAM packages. So you must use Corel Draw.
2) You can choose to upgrade to the UCCNC software and use Cut2D or VcarvePro. The UCCNC
is also compatible with the 3D printer system and other CAM packages like Cut3D and Deskproto.
The UCCNC can operate a 4th axis and can run all the extra functionality that may be required.
Option 1. WinPC Starter and Corel Draw
Advantages
Disadvantages
Simple and straight forward
Limited functionality
Machine tuning and setup explained
No Tool Radius compensation
Sample exercises are good intro to first steps
Single cutting pass depth
Easy to setup and get machining
No live view of machine for manual movement
Option 2. UCCNC and Cut2D
Advantages
Full Gcode machine controller
Outline, pocket and pecking capacity
Live view of machine position on UCCNC
Compatiblity with other CAD packages
Tool radius compensation in Cut2D
Intuitive Cut2D/UCCNC GUIs for ease of use
Multiple pass machining toolpaths possible
Software compatible with all our machines
Full compatibility with all CNC accessories
Full suite of tutorial videos
DIY Intro Package Prices
Machine Kit Specs and Prices (Including WinPC Starter)
S300
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
300 x 210mm
380 x 222mm
430 x 345mm
655£
S420
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
420 x 300mm
500 x 312mm
545 x 435mm
799£
S600
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
600 x 420mm
680 x 432mm
730 x 553mm
1060£
Proxxon
70£
12£
Proxxon Spindle
Proxxon Mounting Collar
WinPC Starter
- Included in Kit.
- Requires Corel Draw
- Excellent introduction to CNC
- Good example files to get you going
- Quickly becomes limited in its functionality
- Recomment upgrading to UCCNC to
get most out of machine
WinPC Starter
- Set of cutters to get you going.
24£
Package prices
S300 / S420 / S600
Proxxon Spindle
Proxxon Mount
Starter Cutter
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE
655£ / 799£ / 1060£
70£
12£
24£
771£ / 905£ / 1166£ (including VAT)
DIY UCCNC upgraded software package prices
Machine Kit Specs and Prices (Including WinPC Starter)
S300
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
300 x 210mm
380 x 222mm
430 x 345mm
655£
S420
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
420 x 300mm
500 x 312mm
545 x 435mm
799£
S600
Travel
Clamping surface
Overall size
600 x 420mm
680 x 432mm
730 x 553mm
1060£
Proxxon
70£
12£
Proxxon Spindle
Proxxon Mounting Collar
UCCNC Software
- Full Gcode controller UCCNC license is 43£
- Live view of machine position and status
- Very user friendly
- Full suite of video and support documentation
- Compatibility with all accessories
- You can use UCCNC on larger machines
UC100 USB motion controller
- USB controller to allow UCCNC to control the STEPCRAFT 90£
- Parallel Card required to interface with machine 12£
- Windows drivers ccertified. Guaranteed opration above windows 2000
- Very reliable motion control system
- Can be used on all our range of machines
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Cut2D CAM package
- Vectric.com Cut2D CAM pacakge
114£
- Tool Radius compensation
- Multiple pass machining strategies
- Comprehesive manuals and video documentation provided
- Outline, pocket and pecking machining strategies possible
- Upgrade to VcarvePro (extra 300£ ex VAT) fo full suite of 2D CAM capacity
Package prices
S300 / S420 / S600
Proxxon Spindle
Proxxon Mount
Starter Cutter
UCCNC
UC100
Parallel Card
Cut2D
TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE
655£ / 799£ / 1060£
70£
12£
24£
42£
90£
12£
114£
1019£ / 1163£ / 1424£ (including VAT)
Accessories
Prices include VAT
HF spindle
350 Watt spindle
500 Watt spindle
360£
432£
Spindle is a three phase spindle. The driver is powered buy single phase.
You do not need three phase to run the spindle. Standard single phase
plug will run this spindle.
HF spindle extraction adaptor
HF spindle extraction unit
58£
Unit comes with the shoe, brush and pipe to allow you to connect a hoover
or vaccum to the system to remove the dust gerenated during machining.
ER11 collet
ER11 collet 1mm-7mm
8.5£
The ER11 collet is one of the reasons the HF spindle has a big advantage
over the proxxon spindle. The ER11 collet can take cutters up to 7mm
diameter. The proxxon can support cutters up to 3.175mm shank (1/8th inch)
You must be careful when using larger cutters. As this can put a lot more
force and pressure through the STEPCRAFT machine.
3D printer
3D printing system
3D printer filament
450£
26£
Spindle is a three phase spindle. The driver is powered buy single phase.
You do not need three phase to run the spindle. Standard single phase
plug will run this spindle.
Proxxon Extraction adaptor
Proxxon spindle extraction unit
42£
Unit comes with the shoe and pipe to allow you to connect a hoover
or vaccum to the system to remove the dust gerenated during machining.