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Bend-Tech Dragon - A400 Series

2023-06-22T19:57:10Z

BT-JAnderson:

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'''Dragon A400 Assembly Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400assembly Dragon A400 Assembly Manual]
*[Dragon Material Coolant System Assembly Manual] (Update Coming Soon)
'''Maintenance and Troubleshooting'''
*[https://bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_MaintenanceGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Maintenance Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_TroubleshootingGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Troubleshooting Guide]
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'''Dragon A400 Startup Manual'''
*[Safety and Maintenance] (links coming soon)
*[Machine Overview, Inspection, and Startup] (links coming soon)
*[Torch Mount, Software Overview, and Side Offsets] (links coming soon)
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_plasma_cutting_guide_rp_v3.pdf Plasma Cutting Guide]
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'''Dragon CAM Operator's Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/DragonCAM_OperatorsManual_v04_Part1.pdf Libraries, Settings, Backup & Restore]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/DragonCAM_OperatorsManual_v04_Part2.pdf Dragon CAM Overview]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/DragonCAM_OperatorsManual_v04_Part3.pdf Tutorials & Calibration]

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!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Dragon A400 Rack and Pinion Model with Thompson Actuators
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'''Dragon A400 Assembly Manual'''
*[Dragon A400 R&P Assembly Manual] (links coming soon)
*[https://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400coolingassembly Dragon Material Coolant System Assembly Manual]
'''Maintenance and Troubleshooting'''
*[https://bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_MaintenanceGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Maintenance Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_TroubleshootingGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Troubleshooting Guide]
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'''Dragon A400 Startup Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400manualp1 Safety and Maintenance]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400manualp2 Machine Overview, Inspection, and Startup]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400manualp3 Torch Mount, Software Overview, and Side Offsets]
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!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Dragon A400 Belt Driven Model
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'''Dragon A400 w/ Drive Belt Assembly Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/A400_Rack_Pinion_Assembly_Manual/a400_assembly_manual_v5.pdf Dragon A400 Belt Driven Assembly Manual]
'''Dragon A400 w/ Old Style Actuators'''
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/a_and_z_motor_actuator_maintenance_guide.pdf A and Z Axis Actuator Maintenance Guide]
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'''Dragon A400 w/ Drive Belt Startup Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part1_v4.pdf Safety and Maintenance]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part2_v4.pdf Machine Startup and Walkthrough]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part3_v4.pdf Torch Mount and Software Overview]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part4_v4.pdf Side Offsets, Angle, Channel & Calibration]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_plasma_cutting_guide_v3.pdf Plasma Cutting Guide]
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'''Dragon A400 w/ Drive Belt Troubleshooting'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_troubleshooting_v3 Maintenance and Troubleshooting]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/y_motor_mounting_bracket_installation.pdf Y-Motor Mounting Bracket Installation]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/x_motor_set_screw_adjustment_guide.pdf X-Motor Set Screw Adjustment Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/pulley_spacing_and_belt_tension_guide.pdf Pulley Spacing and Belt Tension Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/power_switch_replacement_guide.pdf Power Switch Replacement Guide]
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'''Misc. Machine Information'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_powered_gate_retrofit_guide_v4.pdf Powered Gate Retrofit Guide]
*[http://www.bend-tech.com/files/dragon_optimization_guide.pdf Dragon Optimization Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/footprint_a400_coolant.pdf A400 Footprint with Coolant System]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/dragon_preventative_maint.html Dragon Preventative Maintenance]
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'''Misc. Information'''
*[[A400 Ethernet Connection Scenarios|Ethernet Connection Scenarios]]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/machine_control_connection_guide.pdf Machine Control Connection Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/lifter_station_adjustment_guide.pdf Lifter Station Adjustment Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/grounding_with_dielectric_grease.pdf Grounding with Dielectric Grease]
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'''Die Calibration & Rotation'''
*[[Dragon Die Calibration]]
*[[Dragon Rotation Calibration]]
'''Software Plugin Information'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/design_transfer_software_tekla_v4.pdf Tekla Design Transfer Tool]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/design_transfer_sds2_v4.pdf SDS2 Design Transfer Tool]
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!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Operations
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|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:BT_Drag_Launcher.png|link=Bend-Tech Launcher|40px]] '''[[Bend-Tech Launcher]]''' || [[File:BT_Product_Dragon1.png|link=Dragon Guide|40px]] '''[[Dragon Guide]]'''|| [[File:BT_Product_Dragon_Options.png|link=Dragon Options|40px]] '''[[Dragon Options]]''' || [[File:Dragon-Tips_&_Hints1.png|40px|link=DragonA400 Tips & Hints|Dragon Tips & Hints]] '''[[DragonA400 Tips & Hints|Dragon Tips & Hints]]'''
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|[[File:Tekla_Import_Icon1.png|40px|link=Tekla Import Guide]] '''[[Tekla Import Guide]]''' || [[File:CAD_2_CAM1.png|40px|link=CAD to CAM Part Transfer]] '''[[CAD to CAM Part Transfer]]''' || [[File:Dynatorch_Guide1.png|40px|link=Dynatorch Dragon Guide]] '''[[Dynatorch Dragon Guide]]'''
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!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Tutorials
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|[[File:dragon_straight_tut2.png|40px|link=Dragon Straight Part Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Straight Part Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_bent_tut2.png|40px|link=Dragon Bent Part Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Bent Part Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_cust_design_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Custom Design Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Custom Design Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_nesting_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Nesting Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Nesting Tutorial]]'''
|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:dragon_diamond_notch_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Diamond Notch Bridging Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Diamond Notch Bridging Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_plunge_holes_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Plunge Holes Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Plunge Holes Tutorial]]'''
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!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Video Tutorials
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|[[File:Dragon_tut_icon1.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd7Ie84tjZM&]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd7Ie84tjZM Dragon Parts to Dragon Machine Tutorial]''' || [[File:Dragon_tut_icon2.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6Dd46GK7wE]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6Dd46GK7wE Assembly to Dragon Machine Tutorial]''' || [[File:IND_tut_icon1.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7kK7WUMKpM]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7kK7WUMKpM Industrial Tutorial 1 - Import to Machine]''' || [[File:IND_tut_icon2.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-1wpELF3Dw]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-1wpELF3Dw Industrial Tutorial 2 - Design to Machine]'''
|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:Dragon_S&T_Tut1.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr0-D2EZL2g]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr0-D2EZL2g Dragon Slot and Tab Tutorial]'''

SE Single Part Interface

2023-05-24T20:22:14Z

BT-JAnderson:

'''[[Main Page|Bend-Tech 7x Wiki]] :: Single Part Interface/General Functions'''

[[File:single_part_1.png|right|450px]]

*Whenever a single part (Template, Custom Part, Custom 3D Part, XYZ Part, Sketch 3D, Sketch 2D, Reverse Design, or Straight Part) is being created, the interface will generally be the same for each with the exception of the part information/creation section below the tabbed menu.

*The screen is broken up into four sections with a small icon menu near the top of the frame. The top left corner holds the tabbed section, the top right corner holds the results table, the bottom right holds the 3D display area, and the bottom left is the part information/creation section; usually containing value fields to create the user's desired design more easily.

==Tabs==

In the top left corner, there is a tabbed section that holds a majority of the design options.

==Die & Material==

Under the Die & Material tab, the material and die can be chosen.
[[File:single_part_4.png|right]]
'''To select a material''', choose one from the drop down menu below 'Select Material:'. To see more detailed information about each material, click the 'Library' button next to the material menu to view the material library. To the right of the material selection, the diameter, wall thickness, and weight of the selected material will be displayed.

'''To select a die''', choose one from the drop down menu below 'Select Die:' or click the 'Detailed List' button. Once the 'Detailed List' button has been clicked, a new window containing a chart of every die in the die library along with detailed information about each. To select a die from this list, click on a die and click the 'Select' button or double click on the desired die. To print this list, click the 'Print' button. Click the 'Library' button next to the die menu to view the die library.

'''To create a custom die CLR''', click the 'Custom CLR' button. Enter the CLR value and click 'OK'. This will add the entered CLR value to the die drop down menus (next to each bend) as 'Custom CLR - (Entered Value). Select the custom CLR from the menu to use it.To the right of the die selection, the CLR, calibrated CLR, and bend location offset of the selected die will be displayed.

==Part Details==
[[File:single_bend_part1.png|right]]
*Under the Part Details tab, notes, revision information, part description, cut-off start/end values, and the bend order menu can be accessed.

*To add '''notes''', type in the "'''Notes'''" field below. Any notes shown here will be included on the setup sheet. To set a default note, Select "'''Options'''" under the '''Tools''' menu and go to the '''Single Parts''' tab. If desired, enter any revision information next to "'''Revision'''" and a description next to "'''Description'''".

*Type in any '''cut-off''' values into the "'''Cut-Off Start'''" and/or "'''Cut-Off End'''" fields. These cut-off values are the amount of extra material needed on either end of the part when bending.

*Check the "'''Reverse Designed'''" check box to specify whether that part is designed from the opposite end of the current design.

*Select the "'''Bend Order'''" button [[File:bendorder_1.png]] to access the '''Part Bending Order''' menu. In this window users can view their part being bent in a simulation. This window also contains settings and bending options. See the '''[[Bend Order]]''' page for further information on this feature.

*Select the "'''Reset Bend Order'''" [[File:bendorder_10.png]] button to reset the bend order back to normal.

*Select the "'''Part Settings'''" [[File:part_settings.png]] button to adjust the general settings, results/output settings, and reverse design settings for the current part. See the '''[[Part Settings]]''' page for further information on this feature.

==Display==
[[File:single_part_6.png|right]]
Under the "'''Display'''" tab, settings specific to the 3D part display can be adjusted. Select the button below "'''Cut-Off Color'''" to change the color that cut-off lengths will be displayed in. This button will display the current color that is in use. To change the size of the Tri-Star or Dimension text, enter values into either of the '''Tri-Star Scale''' or '''Dimension Size''' field.

Check the box next to '''Dimensions''' to have the length measurements and markers displayed in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Cut-Off''' to have any cut-off lengths that were entered in the 'Cut-Off Start or End' fields in the Part Details tab shown in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Apex Guides''' to to show lines extending from the bend verification points to the part.

Check the box next to '''Tri-Star''' to have the XYZ compass/tri-star displayed in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Wall Thickness''' to have the thickness of the material shown on the part model when in shaded mode.

Check the box next to the '''Verification Points''' to display blue points on the apex of each bend and the start and end of the part.

Check the box next to '''Bend Highlight''' to have whichever bend is currently selected (either the cursor is in the design field or selected in the bend list) highlighted on the part model.

Check the box next to '''Refresh on Keystroke''' to have the part model constantly updated whenever changed are made to the design.

While any of these options are unchecked, they will not be shown in the current 3D part display area.

==Tasks==
[[File:single_part_3.png|right]]

*"'''Those below with simple functions that are self-explanatory will not have a link to further explanation for how to use the function.'''"

'''[[Verify]]'''
*Select the "'''Verify'''" [[File:verify.png]] button to open the '''Part Verify''' window. Using this tool, the dimensions/distances and the angle between two points can be verified.

'''[[Flat Layout]]'''
*Select the "'''Flat Layout'''" [[File:flatlayout.png]] button to open the '''Flat Layout''' window. Two flat, unbent models of the same part will be displayed and can be labeled and then printed out.

'''[[Bump Bending]]'''
*Select the "'''Bump Bending'''" [[File:bumpbending.png]] button to add bump bends to a bend on the current part. Bump bending allows bends to be sectioned off into multiple smaller, equal sized bends.

'''[[Price]]'''
*Select the "'''Price'''" [[File:price.png]] button to access the '''Price List''' window. There, the total costs for a single part, along with a specified amount of the current part can be seen.

'''Display XYZ/LRA''' (Excludes XYZ Part Design)
*Depending on which coordinate mode is in use in the Results Table, this button will display either 'Display XYZ' or 'Display LRA'. When one mode is in use, the opposite will be shown on this button. Select this "'''Display XYZ/LRA'''" [[File:displayxyz.png]] button to toggle between them. The results tables for the same part are shown below; LRA table on the left and XYZ table on the right.

::[[File:single_part_17.png|600px]]

'''Move to Origin''' (Specific to XYZ Part)
*Select the "'''Move to Origin'''" [[File:movetorigin1.png]] button will make it so the starting point of the part will be located at (0, 0, 0). All other points on the point will be adjusted accordingly, so the design will remain the same once the origin is shifted.

'''Trim Cuts'''
*If the current part has any cuts applied to the ends (which can be done in the [[Assembly]] interface in the '''Cutting''' tab), the excess material on the end(s) of the part can be removed by selecting the "'''Trim Cuts'''" [[File:trimcuts.png]] button. The shape of the cut will then be visible. '''''Note:''''' For the cuts to be shown, the '''Cut-off''' display option needs to be turned off. This can be done in the [[#Display|Display Tab]].

'''Inch vs MM'''
*Select the "'''Inch vs MM'''" [[File:inchvsmm.png]] button to convert the current units to inches or millimeters. These changes will be shown in the results table, part information/design section, and 3D part display.

'''[[Apex vs. Tangent]]'''
*Select the "'''Apex vs Tangent'''" [[File:apexvstangent1.png]] button to switch the dimension types between apex and tangent for all of the current part's bends.

'''[[Print Scale]]'''
*Select the "'''Print Scale'''" [[File:printscale.png]] button to open the print scale feature. Print Scale allows a full size, to scale, 2D version of single part designs to be printed to scale on multiple sheets.

'''[[Adjust Centerline]]'''
*Select the "'''Adjust Centerline'''" [[File:adjustcenterline.png]] button to change how the part measurements are interpreted. In the part designers, parts are assumed to be based on centerline. This tool allows the current part dimensions to be from the inside or outside of the tube instead.

==Manuf. Warning==
[[File:single_part_8.png|right]]
*Under the "'''Manuf. Warning'''" tab, manufacturing warnings will be listed if any are available. If there are warnings, a red block will be displayed above the tab. The bend number, description of the problem, and any action that can be taken will be listed for each warning. If an auto-fix is available, double-click on the auto-fix description to execute the auto-fix.

==Part Settings Icon==
[[File:single_part_18.png|right|350px]]
*In the upper right corner of the tabbed section, there will be a [[File:part_settings_icon.png]] icon that can be used to access the part settings. For information on the part settings in this menu, see the "'''[[Part Settings]]'''" page.

==Part Display==
[[File:single_part_11.png|right|400px]]
*On the lower right side of the window is the 3D preview of the part. While creating a Custom, Custom 3D, XYZ, or Reverse Design part, the current bend and/or length will be highlighted in red while the bend is either selected or while the bend/start/end coordinate row is selected.
*This preview can be adjusted by zooming, panning, and rotating.
*To zoom, use the scroll wheel on the mouse. Scroll up to zoom out and scroll down to zoom in.
*To pan/move the part preview, click and hold the scroll wheel or both mouse buttons and move the cursor around. The part preview will move with the cursor.
*To rotate, click and hold the right mouse button. Move the cursor around and the part will rotate with the cursor movements.

==Results Table==
[[File:single_part_9.png|right]]
*In the upper right corner of the window, the results table is shown.
*The top section of the results table shows the die, material, cut length, and weight of the part.
*This entire section's color will indicate if any problems exist. If the section is green, it means the part is complete and there are no problems or manufacturing warnings. If section is orange, the part is complete, but some problems or warnings exist. If the section is red, the part is not complete and/or there are warnings or problems with the part design.
*The results table also holds a chart that lists each bend along with the bend order, location of the bend, amount of rotation needed for the bend, angle of the bend, spring angle value, centerline rotation, bend length, and the orientation of the bend. Double click within this chart to view a full size version in a new window. In this new window, select the "'''Print'''" button to print the chart.

[[File:single_part_10.png|500px]]

PRO Single Part Interface

2023-05-23T21:12:45Z

BT-JAnderson:

'''[[Main Page|Bend-Tech 7x Wiki]] :: Single Part Interface/General Functions'''

[[File:single_part_1.png|right|450px]]

*Whenever a single part (Template, Custom Part, Custom 3D Part, Harpoon 3D, Sketch 2D or Sketch 3D) is being created, the interface will generally be the same for each with the exception of the part information/creation section below the tabbed menu.

*The screen is broken up into four sections with a small icon menu near the top of the frame. The top left corner holds the tabbed section, the top right corner holds the results table, the bottom right holds the 3D display area, and the bottom left is the part information/creation section; usually containing value fields to create the user's desired design more easily.

==Tabs==

In the top left corner, there is a tabbed section that holds a majority of the design options.

==Die & Material==

Under the Die & Material tab, the material and die can be chosen.
[[File:EZ_single_part_4.png|right]]
'''To select a material''', choose one from the drop down menu below 'Select Material:'. To see more detailed information about each material, click the 'Library' button next to the material menu to view the material library. To the right of the material selection, the diameter, wall thickness, and weight of the selected material will be displayed.

'''To select a die''', choose one from the drop down menu below 'Select Die:' or click the 'Detailed List' button. Once the 'Detailed List' button has been clicked, a new window containing a chart of every die in the die library along with detailed information about each. To select a die from this list, click on a die and click the 'Select' button or double click on the desired die. To print this list, click the 'Print' button. Click the 'Library' button next to the die menu to view the die library.

'''To create a custom die CLR''', click the 'Custom CLR' button. Enter the CLR value and click 'OK'. This will add the entered CLR value to the die drop down menus (next to each bend) as 'Custom CLR - (Entered Value). Select the custom CLR from the menu to use it.To the right of the die selection, the CLR, calibrated CLR, and bend location offset of the selected die will be displayed.

'''Select Machine:''' '''Not available in PRO.'''

==Part Details==
[[File:single_bend_part1.png|right]]
*Under the Part Details tab, notes, revision information, part description, cut-off start/end values, and the bend order menu can be accessed.

*To add '''notes''', type in the "'''Notes'''" field below. Any notes shown here will be included on the setup sheet. To set a default note, Select "'''Options'''" under the '''Tools''' menu and go to the '''Single Parts''' tab. If desired, enter any revision information next to "'''Revision'''" and a description next to "'''Description'''".

*Type in any '''cut-off''' values into the "'''Cut-Off Start'''" and/or "'''Cut-Off End'''" fields. These cut-off values are the amount of extra material needed on either end of the part when bending.

*Check the "'''Reverse Designed'''" check box to specify whether that part is designed from the opposite end of the current design.

*Select the "'''Bend Order'''" button [[File:bendorder_1.png]] to access the '''Part Bending Order''' menu. In this window users can view their part being bent in a simulation. This window also contains settings and bending options. See the '''[[Bend Order]]''' page for further information on this feature.

*Select the "'''Reset Bend Order'''" [[File:bendorder_10.png]] button to reset the bend order back to normal.

*Select the "'''Part Settings'''" [[File:part_settings.png]] button to adjust the general settings, results/output settings, and reverse design settings for the current part. See the '''[[Part Settings]]''' page for further information on this feature.

==Display==
[[File:EZ_single_part_6.png|right]]
Under the "'''Display'''" tab, settings specific to the 3D part display can be adjusted. Select the button below "'''Cut-Off Color'''" to change the color that cut-off lengths will be displayed in. This button will display the current color that is in use. To change the size of the Tri-Star or Dimension text, enter values into either of the '''Tri-Star Scale''' or '''Dimension Size''' field.

The current part's "'''Dimension Location'''" is shown and is available to change in the upper right hand corner as well. In the event that this is changed to anything different from your factory settings (in TOOLS->OPTIONS) there will show an indicator image above notifying you that there is a conflict of settings.

Check the box next to '''Dimensions''' to have the length measurements and markers displayed in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Cut-Off''' to have any cut-off lengths that were entered in the 'Cut-Off Start or End' fields in the Part Details tab shown in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Apex Guides''' to to show lines extending from the bend verification points to the part.

Check the box next to '''Tri-Star''' to have the XYZ compass/tri-star displayed in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Wall Thickness''' to have the thickness of the material shown on the part model when in shaded mode.

Check the box next to the '''Verification Points''' to display blue points on the apex of each bend and the start and end of the part.

Check the box next to '''Bend Highlight''' to have whichever bend is currently selected (either the cursor is in the design field or selected in the bend list) highlighted on the part model.

Check the box next to '''Refresh on Keystroke''' to have the part model constantly updated whenever changed are made to the design.

While any of these options are unchecked, they will not be shown in the current 3D part display area.

==Tasks==
[[File:PRO_single_part_3.png|right]]

*"'''Those below with simple functions that are self-explanatory will not have a link to further explanation for how to use the function.'''"

'''[[Verify]]'''
*Select the "'''Verify'''" [[File:verify.png]] button to open the '''Part Verify''' window. Using this tool, the dimensions/distances and the angle between two points can be verified.

'''[[Flat Layout]]'''
'''Available with the Exhaust Module, Large Radius Module (LR) or in our SE product or higher'''

*Select the "'''Flat Layout'''" [[File:flatlayout.png]] button to open the '''Flat Layout''' window. Two flat, unbent models of the same part will be displayed and can be labeled and then printed out.

'''[[Bump Bending]]'''
'''Available with the Large Radius Module (LR) or in our SE product or higher'''

*Select the "'''Bump Bending'''" [[File:bumpbending.png]] button to add bump bends to a bend on the current part. Bump bending allows bends to be sectioned off into multiple smaller, equal sized bends.

'''[[Price]]'''
'''Not available in PRO.'''

'''Display XYZ/LRA'''
'''Not available in PRO.'''

'''Move to Origin'''
'''Not available in PRO.'''

'''Trim Cuts'''
*If the current part has any cuts applied to the ends (which can be done in the [[Assembly]] interface in the '''Cutting''' tab), the excess material on the end(s) of the part can be removed by selecting the "'''Trim Cuts'''" [[File:trimcuts.png]] button. The shape of the cut will then be visible. '''''Note:''''' For the cuts to be shown, the '''Cut-off''' display option needs to be turned off. This can be done in the [[#Display|Display Tab]].

'''Inch vs MM'''
'''Not available in PRO.'''

'''[[Print Scale]]'''
*Select the "'''Print Scale'''" [[File:printscale.png]] button to open the print scale feature. Print Scale allows a full size, to scale, 2D version of single part designs to be printed to scale on multiple sheets.

'''[[Apex vs. Tangent]]'''
*Select the "'''Apex vs Tangent'''" [[File:apexvstangent1.png]] button to switch the dimension types between apex and tangent for all of the current part's bends.

'''[[Adjust Centerline]]'''
*Select the "'''Adjust Centerline'''" [[File:adjustcenterline.png]] button to change how the part measurements are interpreted. In the part designers, parts are assumed to be based on centerline. This tool allows the current part dimensions to be from the inside or outside of the tube instead.

==Manuf. Warning==
'''Not available in PRO.'''

==Part Settings Icon==
[[File:single_part_18.png|right|350px]]
*In the upper right corner of the tabbed section, there will be a [[File:part_settings_icon.png]] icon that can be used to access the part settings. For information on the part settings in this menu, see the "'''[[Part Settings]]'''" page.

==Part Display==
[[File:single_part_11.png|right|400px]]
*On the lower right side of the window is the 3D preview of the part. While creating a Custom or Custom 3D part, the current bend and/or length will be highlighted in red while the bend is either selected or while the bend/start/end coordinate row is selected.
*This preview can be adjusted by zooming, panning, and rotating.
*To zoom, use the scroll wheel on the mouse. Scroll up to zoom out and scroll down to zoom in.
*To pan/move the part preview, click and hold the scroll wheel or both mouse buttons and move the cursor around. The part preview will move with the cursor.
*To rotate, click and hold the right mouse button. Move the cursor around and the part will rotate with the cursor movements.

==Results Table==
[[File:single_part_9.png|right]]
*In the upper right corner of the window, the results table is shown.
*The top section of the results table shows the die, material, cut length, and weight of the part.
*This entire section's color will indicate if any problems exist. If the section is green, it means the part is complete and there are no problems or manufacturing warnings. If section is orange, the part is complete, but some problems or warnings exist. If the section is red, the part is not complete and/or there are warnings or problems with the part design.
*The results table also holds a chart that lists each bend along with the bend order, location of the bend, amount of rotation needed for the bend, angle of the bend, spring angle value, centerline rotation, bend length, and the orientation of the bend. Double click within this chart to view a full size version in a new window. In this new window, select the "'''Print'''" button to print the chart.

[[File:single_part_10.png|500px]]

EZ-3D Single Part Interface

2023-05-23T21:12:17Z

BT-JAnderson:

'''[[Main Page|Bend-Tech 7x Wiki]] :: Single Part Interface/General Functions'''

[[File:single_part_1.png|right|450px]]

*Whenever a single part (Template, Custom Part, Custom 3D Part, Harpoon 3D, Sketch 2D or Sketch 3D) is being created, the interface will generally be the same for each with the exception of the part information/creation section below the tabbed menu.

*The screen is broken up into four sections with a small icon menu near the top of the frame. The top left corner holds the tabbed section, the top right corner holds the results table, the bottom right holds the 3D display area, and the bottom left is the part information/creation section; usually containing value fields to create the user's desired design more easily.

==Tabs==

In the top left corner, there is a tabbed section that holds a majority of the design options.

==Die & Material==

Under the Die & Material tab, the material and die can be chosen.
[[File:EZ_single_part_4.png|right]]
'''To select a material''', choose one from the drop down menu below 'Select Material:'. To see more detailed information about each material, click the 'Library' button next to the material menu to view the material library. To the right of the material selection, the diameter, wall thickness, and weight of the selected material will be displayed.

'''To select a die''', choose one from the drop down menu below 'Select Die:' or click the 'Detailed List' button. Once the 'Detailed List' button has been clicked, a new window containing a chart of every die in the die library along with detailed information about each. To select a die from this list, click on a die and click the 'Select' button or double click on the desired die. To print this list, click the 'Print' button. Click the 'Library' button next to the die menu to view the die library.

'''Create a custom die CLR''' '''Not available in EZ.'''

'''Select Machine:''' '''Not available in EZ.'''

==Part Details==
[[File:single_bend_part1.png|right]]
*Under the Part Details tab, notes, revision information, part description, cut-off start/end values, and the bend order menu can be accessed.

*To add '''notes''', type in the "'''Notes'''" field below. Any notes shown here will be included on the setup sheet. To set a default note, Select "'''Options'''" under the '''Tools''' menu and go to the '''Single Parts''' tab. If desired, enter any revision information next to "'''Revision'''" and a description next to "'''Description'''".

*Type in any '''cut-off''' values into the "'''Cut-Off Start'''" and/or "'''Cut-Off End'''" fields. These cut-off values are the amount of extra material needed on either end of the part when bending.

*Check the "'''Reverse Designed'''" check box to specify whether that part is designed from the opposite end of the current design.

*Select the "'''Bend Order'''" button [[File:bendorder_1.png]] to access the '''Part Bending Order''' menu. In this window users can view their part being bent in a simulation. This window also contains settings and bending options. See the '''[[Bend Order EZ-3D|Bend Order]]''' page for further information on this feature.

*Select the "'''Reset Bend Order'''" [[File:bendorder_10.png]] button to reset the bend order back to normal.

*Select the "'''Part Settings'''" [[File:part_settings.png]] button to adjust the general settings, results/output settings, and reverse design settings for the current part. See the '''[[Part Settings]]''' page for further information on this feature.

==Display==
[[File:EZ_single_part_6.png|right]]
Under the "'''Display'''" tab, settings specific to the 3D part display can be adjusted. Select the button below "'''Cut-Off Color'''" to change the color that cut-off lengths will be displayed in. This button will display the current color that is in use. To change the size of the Tri-Star or Dimension text, enter values into either of the '''Tri-Star Scale''' or '''Dimension Size''' field.

The current part's "'''Dimension Location'''" is shown and is available to change in the upper right hand corner as well. In the event that this is changed to anything different from your factory settings (in TOOLS->OPTIONS) there will show an indicator image above notifying you that there is a conflict of settings.

Check the box next to '''Dimensions''' to have the length measurements and markers displayed in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Cut-Off''' to have any cut-off lengths that were entered in the 'Cut-Off Start or End' fields in the Part Details tab shown in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Apex Guides''' to to show lines extending from the bend verification points to the part.

Check the box next to '''Tri-Star''' to have the XYZ compass/tri-star displayed in the part display.

Check the box next to '''Wall Thickness''' to have the thickness of the material shown on the part model when in shaded mode.

Check the box next to the '''Verification Points''' to display blue points on the apex of each bend and the start and end of the part.

Check the box next to '''Bend Highlight''' to have whichever bend is currently selected (either the cursor is in the design field or selected in the bend list) highlighted on the part model.

Check the box next to '''Refresh on Keystroke''' to have the part model constantly updated whenever changed are made to the design.

While any of these options are unchecked, they will not be shown in the current 3D part display area.

==Tasks==
[[File:EZ_single_part_3.png|right]]

*"'''Those below with simple functions that are self-explanatory will not have a link to further explanation for how to use the function.'''"

'''[[Verify]]'''
*Select the "'''Verify'''" [[File:verify.png]] button to open the '''Part Verify''' window. Using this tool, the dimensions/distances and the angle between two points can be verified.

'''[[Flat Layout]]'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''[[Bump Bending]]'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''[[Price]]'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''Display XYZ/LRA'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''Move to Origin'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''Trim Cuts'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''Inch vs MM'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

'''[[Print Scale]]'''
*Select the "'''Print Scale'''" [[File:printscale.png]] button to open the print scale feature. Print Scale allows a full size, to scale, 2D version of single part designs to be printed to scale on multiple sheets.

'''[[Apex vs. Tangent]]'''
*Select the "'''Apex vs Tangent'''" [[File:apexvstangent1.png]] button to switch the dimension types between apex and tangent for all of the current part's bends.

'''[[Adjust Centerline]]'''
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

==Manuf. Warning==
'''Not available in EZ-3D.'''

==Part Settings Icon==
[[File:single_part_18.png|right|350px]]
*In the upper right corner of the tabbed section, there will be a [[File:part_settings_icon.png]] icon that can be used to access the part settings. For information on the part settings in this menu, see the "'''[[Part Settings]]'''" page.

==Part Display==
[[File:single_part_11.png|right|400px]]
*On the lower right side of the window is the 3D preview of the part. While creating a Custom, Custom 3D, XYZ, or Reverse Design part, the current bend and/or length will be highlighted in red while the bend is either selected or while the bend/start/end coordinate row is selected.
*This preview can be adjusted by zooming, panning, and rotating.
*To zoom, use the scroll wheel on the mouse. Scroll up to zoom out and scroll down to zoom in.
*To pan/move the part preview, click and hold the scroll wheel or both mouse buttons and move the cursor around. The part preview will move with the cursor.
*To rotate, click and hold the right mouse button. Move the cursor around and the part will rotate with the cursor movements.

==Results Table==
[[File:single_part_9.png|right]]
*In the upper right corner of the window, the results table is shown.
*The top section of the results table shows the die, material, cut length, and weight of the part.
*This entire section's color will indicate if any problems exist. If the section is green, it means the part is complete and there are no problems or manufacturing warnings. If section is orange, the part is complete, but some problems or warnings exist. If the section is red, the part is not complete and/or there are warnings or problems with the part design.
*The results table also holds a chart that lists each bend along with the bend order, location of the bend, amount of rotation needed for the bend, angle of the bend, spring angle value, centerline rotation, bend length, and the orientation of the bend. Double click within this chart to view a full size version in a new window. In this new window, select the "'''Print'''" button to print the chart.

[[File:single_part_10.png|500px]]

Bend-Tech Dragon - A400 Series

2023-04-17T15:04:53Z

BT-JAnderson: Updated layout and prepped lists for new links that are coming soon.

{| style="text-align: left; width="100%;"
|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:170%; text-align: center;" | Dragon A400 Current Model
|-
|
'''Dragon A400 Assembly Manual'''
*[Dragon A400 Assembly Manual] (Update Coming Soon)
*[Dragon Material Coolant System Assembly Manual] (Update Coming Soon)
'''Maintenance and Troubleshooting'''
*[https://bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_MaintenanceGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Maintenance Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_TroubleshootingGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Troubleshooting Guide]
|
'''Dragon A400 Startup Manual'''
*[Safety and Maintenance] (links coming soon)
*[Machine Overview, Inspection, and Startup] (links coming soon)
*[Torch Mount, Software Overview, and Side Offsets] (links coming soon)
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_plasma_cutting_guide_rp_v3.pdf Plasma Cutting Guide]
|
'''Dragon CAM Operator's Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/DragonCAM_OperatorsManual_v04_Part1.pdf Libraries, Settings, Backup & Restore]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/DragonCAM_OperatorsManual_v04_Part2.pdf Dragon CAM Overview]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/DragonCAM_OperatorsManual_v04_Part3.pdf Tutorials & Calibration]

|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Dragon A400 Rack and Pinion Model with Thompson Actuators
|-
|
'''Dragon A400 Assembly Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400assembly Dragon A400 R&P Assembly Manual]
*[https://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400coolingassembly Dragon Material Coolant System Assembly Manual]
'''Maintenance and Troubleshooting'''
*[https://bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_MaintenanceGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Maintenance Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/Dragon_TroubleshootingGuide_v02.pdf Dragon Troubleshooting Guide]
|
'''Dragon A400 Startup Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400manualp1 Safety and Maintenance]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400manualp2 Machine Overview, Inspection, and Startup]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/access.php?doc=a400manualp3 Torch Mount, Software Overview, and Side Offsets]
|
|-
|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Dragon A400 Belt Driven Model
|-
|
'''Dragon A400 w/ Drive Belt Assembly Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/A400_Rack_Pinion_Assembly_Manual/a400_assembly_manual_v5.pdf Dragon A400 Belt Driven Assembly Manual]
'''Dragon A400 w/ Old Style Actuators'''
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/a_and_z_motor_actuator_maintenance_guide.pdf A and Z Axis Actuator Maintenance Guide]
|
'''Dragon A400 w/ Drive Belt Startup Manual'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part1_v4.pdf Safety and Maintenance]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part2_v4.pdf Machine Startup and Walkthrough]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part3_v4.pdf Torch Mount and Software Overview]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_startup_manual_part4_v4.pdf Side Offsets, Angle, Channel & Calibration]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_plasma_cutting_guide_v3.pdf Plasma Cutting Guide]
|
'''Dragon A400 w/ Drive Belt Troubleshooting'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_troubleshooting_v3 Maintenance and Troubleshooting]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/y_motor_mounting_bracket_installation.pdf Y-Motor Mounting Bracket Installation]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/x_motor_set_screw_adjustment_guide.pdf X-Motor Set Screw Adjustment Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/pulley_spacing_and_belt_tension_guide.pdf Pulley Spacing and Belt Tension Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/power_switch_replacement_guide.pdf Power Switch Replacement Guide]
|
|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Additional Documents
|-
|
'''Misc. Machine Information'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/a400manual/a400_powered_gate_retrofit_guide_v4.pdf Powered Gate Retrofit Guide]
*[http://www.bend-tech.com/files/dragon_optimization_guide.pdf Dragon Optimization Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/footprint_a400_coolant.pdf A400 Footprint with Coolant System]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/dragon_preventative_maint.html Dragon Preventative Maintenance]
|
'''Misc. Information'''
*[[A400 Ethernet Connection Scenarios|Ethernet Connection Scenarios]]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/machine_control_connection_guide.pdf Machine Control Connection Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/lifter_station_adjustment_guide.pdf Lifter Station Adjustment Guide]
*[https://www.bend-tech.com/files/grounding_with_dielectric_grease.pdf Grounding with Dielectric Grease]
|
'''Die Calibration & Rotation'''
*[[Dragon Die Calibration]]
*[[Dragon Rotation Calibration]]
'''Software Plugin Information'''
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/design_transfer_software_tekla_v4.pdf Tekla Design Transfer Tool]
*[http://bend-tech.com/files/design_transfer_sds2_v4.pdf SDS2 Design Transfer Tool]
|
|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Operations
|-
|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:BT_Drag_Launcher.png|link=Bend-Tech Launcher|40px]] '''[[Bend-Tech Launcher]]''' || [[File:BT_Product_Dragon1.png|link=Dragon Guide|40px]] '''[[Dragon Guide]]'''|| [[File:BT_Product_Dragon_Options.png|link=Dragon Options|40px]] '''[[Dragon Options]]''' || [[File:Dragon-Tips_&_Hints1.png|40px|link=DragonA400 Tips & Hints|Dragon Tips & Hints]] '''[[DragonA400 Tips & Hints|Dragon Tips & Hints]]'''
|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:Tekla_Import_Icon1.png|40px|link=Tekla Import Guide]] '''[[Tekla Import Guide]]''' || [[File:CAD_2_CAM1.png|40px|link=CAD to CAM Part Transfer]] '''[[CAD to CAM Part Transfer]]''' || [[File:Dynatorch_Guide1.png|40px|link=Dynatorch Dragon Guide]] '''[[Dynatorch Dragon Guide]]'''
|
|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Tutorials
|-
|[[File:dragon_straight_tut2.png|40px|link=Dragon Straight Part Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Straight Part Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_bent_tut2.png|40px|link=Dragon Bent Part Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Bent Part Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_cust_design_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Custom Design Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Custom Design Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_nesting_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Nesting Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Nesting Tutorial]]'''
|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:dragon_diamond_notch_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Diamond Notch Bridging Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Diamond Notch Bridging Tutorial]]''' || [[File:dragon_plunge_holes_tut1.png|40px|link=Dragon Plunge Holes Tutorial]] '''[[Dragon Plunge Holes Tutorial]]'''
|
|- style="height: 40px;"
!colspan="4" style="background-color: #ed2020; font-size:120%; text-align: center;" | Video Tutorials
|-
|[[File:Dragon_tut_icon1.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd7Ie84tjZM&]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd7Ie84tjZM Dragon Parts to Dragon Machine Tutorial]''' || [[File:Dragon_tut_icon2.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6Dd46GK7wE]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6Dd46GK7wE Assembly to Dragon Machine Tutorial]''' || [[File:IND_tut_icon1.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7kK7WUMKpM]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7kK7WUMKpM Industrial Tutorial 1 - Import to Machine]''' || [[File:IND_tut_icon2.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-1wpELF3Dw]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-1wpELF3Dw Industrial Tutorial 2 - Design to Machine]'''
|- style="height: 80px;"
|[[File:Dragon_S&T_Tut1.png|40px|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr0-D2EZL2g]] '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr0-D2EZL2g Dragon Slot and Tab Tutorial]'''

Basic Computer Requirements/Information

2023-03-21T21:16:41Z

BT-JAnderson: /* Minimum Computer Requirements */

==Bend-Tech 7x Minimum Computer Requirements List==

===Minimum Requirements===

*Windows Operating System (7, 8, 8.1, 10). Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC.

*1 GHz Processor

*2 GB of RAM (4 GB or more recommended)

*2 GB of hard drive free

*1024x768 graphics resolution

*OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Card

*.NET framework 3.5 installed.

*Mouse/Keyboard

*Active Internet Connection (except when using a dongle) NOTE: Internet Connection is needed during the first activation and then every 6 months, the software can run offline in between.)

==Bend-Tech Dragon: Required Components==

===Minimum Computer Requirements===

*Windows Operating System 7, 8, 8.1, 10. Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC.

*2.0 GHz Dual-Core Processor

*4 GB Ram (Memory)

*2 GB Free Hard Drive Space

*1280 x 800 Screen Resolution or greater

*OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Adapter

*.NET Framework 3.5 SP1 Installed

**Dedicated Ethernet port (for running machine)

**Wifi Adapter or secondary Ethernet port (internet is required)

**Full Keyboard and Mouse

**NOTE: Your dedicated PC/Laptop must have internet connectivity either by wifi or direct connection to a router via a second ethernet port (aside from the ethernet port dedicated for use with the Dragon machine).

Without internet connectivity, your Bend-Tech support will be severely limited.

===Plasma Torch Requirements===

*Hypertherm Powermax Series (45, 45XP, 65, 85)

*Mechanized Torch Head

===Air Requirements===

*Air Compressor (Engraver and Center Gate/Lifter)

*Air Compressor or Inert Gas (for Plasma Cutting) - (Min 6 cfm @ 90psi)

*Air Filter and/or Dryer may be required depending upon your environment

===Electrical Requirements===

*220-240v Outlet (for plasma system - see owner's manual for more information)

*2x - 110-120v 15Amp Outlets (A150 machine)

*1x - 110-120v 20Amp Outlet (A400 machine)

*Misc 110-120v Outlets (computer, monitor, etc)

==Does Bend-Tech run on a MAC computer?==

Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC computers.

==What If I Have a Surface Computer? Tablet?==

Bend-Tech 7x works on a few Surface laptops, but not all. And it is '''NOT''' setup for use on a tablet or other mobile devices.

See our diagram below.

[[File:Surface_Requirements.png]]

Basic Computer Requirements/Information

2023-03-21T21:16:19Z

BT-JAnderson: /* Running Bend-Tech 7x on a MAC OS */

==Bend-Tech 7x Minimum Computer Requirements List==

===Minimum Requirements===

*Windows Operating System (7, 8, 8.1, 10). Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC.

*1 GHz Processor

*2 GB of RAM (4 GB or more recommended)

*2 GB of hard drive free

*1024x768 graphics resolution

*OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Card

*.NET framework 3.5 installed.

*Mouse/Keyboard

*Active Internet Connection (except when using a dongle) NOTE: Internet Connection is needed during the first activation and then every 6 months, the software can run offline in between.)

==Bend-Tech Dragon: Required Components==

===Minimum Computer Requirements===

*Windows Operating System 7, 8, 8.1, 10.

*2.0 GHz Dual-Core Processor

*4 GB Ram (Memory)

*2 GB Free Hard Drive Space

*1280 x 800 Screen Resolution or greater

*OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Adapter

*.NET Framework 3.5 SP1 Installed

**Dedicated Ethernet port (for running machine)

**Wifi Adapter or secondary Ethernet port (internet is required)

**Full Keyboard and Mouse

**NOTE: Your dedicated PC/Laptop must have internet connectivity either by wifi or direct connection to a router via a second ethernet port (aside from the ethernet port dedicated for use with the Dragon machine).

Without internet connectivity, your Bend-Tech support will be severely limited.

===Plasma Torch Requirements===

*Hypertherm Powermax Series (45, 45XP, 65, 85)

*Mechanized Torch Head

===Air Requirements===

*Air Compressor (Engraver and Center Gate/Lifter)

*Air Compressor or Inert Gas (for Plasma Cutting) - (Min 6 cfm @ 90psi)

*Air Filter and/or Dryer may be required depending upon your environment

===Electrical Requirements===

*220-240v Outlet (for plasma system - see owner's manual for more information)

*2x - 110-120v 15Amp Outlets (A150 machine)

*1x - 110-120v 20Amp Outlet (A400 machine)

*Misc 110-120v Outlets (computer, monitor, etc)

==Does Bend-Tech run on a MAC computer?==

Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC computers.

==What If I Have a Surface Computer? Tablet?==

Bend-Tech 7x works on a few Surface laptops, but not all. And it is '''NOT''' setup for use on a tablet or other mobile devices.

See our diagram below.

[[File:Surface_Requirements.png]]

Basic Computer Requirements/Information

2023-03-21T21:15:15Z

BT-JAnderson: /* Bend-Tech 7x Minimum Computer Requirements List */

==Bend-Tech 7x Minimum Computer Requirements List==

===Minimum Requirements===

*Windows Operating System (7, 8, 8.1, 10). Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC.

*1 GHz Processor

*2 GB of RAM (4 GB or more recommended)

*2 GB of hard drive free

*1024x768 graphics resolution

*OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Card

*.NET framework 3.5 installed.

*Mouse/Keyboard

*Active Internet Connection (except when using a dongle) NOTE: Internet Connection is needed during the first activation and then every 6 months, the software can run offline in between.)

==Bend-Tech Dragon: Required Components==

===Minimum Computer Requirements===

*Windows Operating System 7, 8, 8.1, 10.

*2.0 GHz Dual-Core Processor

*4 GB Ram (Memory)

*2 GB Free Hard Drive Space

*1280 x 800 Screen Resolution or greater

*OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Adapter

*.NET Framework 3.5 SP1 Installed

**Dedicated Ethernet port (for running machine)

**Wifi Adapter or secondary Ethernet port (internet is required)

**Full Keyboard and Mouse

**NOTE: Your dedicated PC/Laptop must have internet connectivity either by wifi or direct connection to a router via a second ethernet port (aside from the ethernet port dedicated for use with the Dragon machine).

Without internet connectivity, your Bend-Tech support will be severely limited.

===Plasma Torch Requirements===

*Hypertherm Powermax Series (45, 45XP, 65, 85)

*Mechanized Torch Head

===Air Requirements===

*Air Compressor (Engraver and Center Gate/Lifter)

*Air Compressor or Inert Gas (for Plasma Cutting) - (Min 6 cfm @ 90psi)

*Air Filter and/or Dryer may be required depending upon your environment

===Electrical Requirements===

*220-240v Outlet (for plasma system - see owner's manual for more information)

*2x - 110-120v 15Amp Outlets (A150 machine)

*1x - 110-120v 20Amp Outlet (A400 machine)

*Misc 110-120v Outlets (computer, monitor, etc)

==Running Bend-Tech 7x on a MAC OS==

Bend-Tech doesn't run native to the Mac Operating System, however, many customers are running Windows emulators and it works great on the Mac with that. Some suggested emulators include Bootcamp and Parallels among others.

Here are a couple of discussions:

http://www.offroadfabnet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6452&highlight=windows

http://www.offroadfabnet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2778&highlight=windows

==What If I Have a Surface Computer? Tablet?==

Bend-Tech 7x works on a few Surface laptops, but not all. And it is '''NOT''' setup for use on a tablet or other mobile devices.

See our diagram below.

[[File:Surface_Requirements.png]]

How To Use Cutting Wrappers

2023-01-24T21:25:41Z

BT-JAnderson:

== '''Intro''' ==

Once an assembly is designed in the Bend-Tech software, cutting wrappers can be printed for each end cut.

Navigate to the <CUTTING TAB>. Select the part you want to print a wrapper for and click <PRINT> to print wrappers for the selected end cut or click <PRINT ALL> to print wrappers for all the end cuts.

Carefully cut out each wrapper along the black line.

There are three types of Cut Wrappers.
• Straight Tube – one end cut
• Straight Tube – both end cuts
• Bent Tube – either end cut

Cut Wrappers are printed with a red Location Line and a blue Rotation Line. Bend Cut Wrappers will include arrow marks that point towards the scrap material.

== '''Straight Tube – one end cut''' ==

Place the Location Line (red line) at the distance indicated on the wrapper, measured from the opposite end of the tube.

The Rotation Line (blue) is not used for this style of wrapper.

[[File:StraightTube_CuttingWrapper_1.png|800px]]

== '''Straight Tube – both ends cut''' ==

Each cut wrapper will have two measurements. The first measurement is the distance to the Location (red) line of the second wrapper. The second measurement is the distance to from the end of the tube.
Position the wrappers at the correct distance apart and ensure that the Rotation (blue) lines line up with each other.

[[File:StraightTube_CuttingWrapper_2.png|800px]]

== '''Bent Part - either end cut''' ==

Bend cut wrappers contain one or more wrappers and a Distance Along Bend printout. Bend cut wrappers with multiple cut path wrappers are applied in numerical order outwards from the distance mark. The number of wrappers used for a cut is calculated from the Bend Degrees per Chunk. To change this value, click <DETAILS> and enter the new number. By default, this is set to 10 degrees per Chunk (or wrapper). A lower number is useful for large radius bends. Bend-Tech does not recommend increasing this number above 10 degrees.

Tape the Distance Along Bend printout along the outside radius (arc) of the bend. The Start Cut distance is measured from the end of the bend, and the End Cut distance is measured from the start of the bend.

'''''Note: The Distance Along Bend printout is positioned so that it lines up with the start of the bend and the end of the bend.'''''

Apply the cut wrappers at the end of the distance print out. Ensure the Rotation (blue) lines are aligned. Position the wrappers so that the arrows point towards the scrap material.

[[File:Bent_Tube.png|400px]] [[File:BentTube_CuttingWrapper_1.png|600px]]

Bend cut wrappers with multiple cut path wrappers are applied in numerical order outwards from the distance mark.

[[File:BentTube_CuttingWrapper_2.png|600px]]

File:BentTube CuttingWrapper 2.png

2023-01-24T21:20:36Z

BT-JAnderson: A diagram showing how to position the cutting wrappers on a bent tube when there are multiple wrappers.

A diagram showing how to position the cutting wrappers on a bent tube when there are multiple wrappers.

File:BentTube CuttingWrapper 1.png

2023-01-24T21:19:36Z

BT-JAnderson: A diagram showing how to position a single cutting wrapper on a bent tube.

A diagram showing how to position a single cutting wrapper on a bent tube.

File:Bent Tube.png

2023-01-24T21:18:20Z

BT-JAnderson: A bent tube showing how to position the Distance Along Bend printout.

A bent tube showing how to position the Distance Along Bend printout.

File:StraightTube CuttingWrapper 2.png

2023-01-24T21:16:54Z

BT-JAnderson: A straight tube showing how cutting wrappers are positioned for two end cuts.

A straight tube showing how cutting wrappers are positioned for two end cuts.

File:StraightTube CuttingWrapper 1.png

2023-01-24T21:15:46Z

BT-JAnderson: A straight tube showing the positioning of a single cutting wrapper.

A straight tube showing the positioning of a single cutting wrapper.