vectorcam 2015 The module CNC Features produces milling paths and drilling operations based on 3D model data. Advantages of CNC Features automatic recognition of model features high ease of use simplest handling integrated collision control direct machining on a 3D model high security within cnc-programming automatic recognition of model forms (Groove, slot hole, drill hole, contour, curve, chamfer etc.) enormous time saving (up to 80 % and more) in contrast to CNC programming with 2D data automatic transfer of geometry data for the machining cnc-programming of simple and complex workpieces short tool paths through intelligent strategies full associativity: Saving, selecting and editing stored machining jobs. Recurring machining jobs can be saved as a standard and can be reused at any time. Efficient processing strategies CNC Features Curve Curve CNC Features Step Step CNC Features Groove Groove CNC Features Groove milling Groove milling CNC Features Contour milling Contour milling Face milling Pocket roughing Pocket finishing Chamfer milling / deburring Slot hole Groove Steps Thread milling Drilling with single cyklus Drilling with multiple cyklus Automatic positioning axis (zero point) efficient generating of margin contours automatic geometry detection (CNC Features) automatic calculation of stock material based on the 3D-models automatic alignment of the zero-point for a comfortable positioning of 4 and 5 axis