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CNC GUIDE
CNC GUIDE 2
Intelligent simulator software

Efficient gains in productivity using PC simulation

Simple and efficient. The 2 keywords FANUC had in mind when designing a product for familiarisation
with CNC controls. PC systems, an integral part of any workplace are the obvious choice for our simulation
software. The CNC Guide simulates CNC operator environments for programming and operation and includes
the FANUC MANUAL GUIDE i. FANUC development tools as used by machine builders and OEMs can be
also handled in the simulation environment. CNC GUIDE runs on standard PC equipment with no need for
additional hardware.

PC simulation: Feature, advantage, benefit

• The simulation emulates the CNC exactly, meaning that programs can be written,
tested and optimised on the PC bringing productivity gains by working off the machine.
• CNC GUIDE fits to a classroom situation making both educational and industrial training
easily implementable and resulting in better trained staff.
 Cycle time estimate function CNC GUIDE 2
CNC GUIDE functionalities for Operators
To help minimise downtime and
simplify operations you can take
As add-on to CNC GUIDE, the Cycle
advantage of the fast simulation
Time Estimate Function calculates capabilities (using a servo mechanical
The CNC GUIDE can simulate standard FANUC CNC cycle time of a NC program on a PC model) within CNC GUIDE 2.
configurations as well as CNC configurations used on in a short time. The function can The servo mechanical model
real machine tools. estimate cycle time of NC programs includes characteristics for each
for milling machines with high axis, facilitating accurate simulation MOP Simulator for CNC GUIDE
accuracy without execution on an of your machine.
The shopfloor programming software MANUAL GUIDE i
actual machine. By using the Machine Operator’s
can be selected, allowing users to generate even complex • reduces trial cutting through
Panel (MOP) Simulator for CNC
parts away from the machine and where appropriate, surface estimation (just like actual
GUIDE you can impart training with
on-machine cutting)
under the guidance of a tutor. If CNC GUIDE is properly the same feeling of operation as
• provides execution speeds that experienced when using an
configured then the programs created can be transferred
more than 10 times that of CNC actual machine, but without any of
to a suitable machine tool for practical testing and (depending on machining program the associated drawbacks, such as
demonstration. and/or CNC options) occupying capacity, the potential for
• highly effective for the verification collisions and the high use of energy.
The four different display sizes used with series of programs requiring long
• simple connection between PC and
30i/31i/32i are selectable in CNC GUIDE (8.4“, 10.4“, machining times
FANUC iHMI desktop operator’s panel for CNC
15“ or 19“). Three different display sizes used with series GUIDE using one USB cable
0i-F are selectable in CNC GUIDE (8.4”,10.4” or 15“). FANUC iHMI has been designed to be extremely easy to use. Intuitive
• customisable keyboard for
All the standard operator screens for diagnostics and menu icons, high-visibility design and animated features take the
operator’s panel to align with your
head-scratching out of complex machining operations, making
data input (tool tables, offsets, parameters, macro machines and provide familiarity
accessing even the most sophisticated programs and functionalities
variables, etc) are included in the software. for trainees integration
straightforward. Despite its more intuitive layout, users will
nevertheless find that it provides a familiar FANUC user experience.

CNC GUIDE functionalities for OEMs Two types of CNC GUIDE

CNC GUIDE provides all the features of operation and PC with network license CNC GUIDE Academic Package
control as well as the ability to run and simulate the CNC GUIDE is available with single or multi-seat licences The CNC GUIDE Academic Package is a special PC
Programmable Machine Controller (PMC), to develop and (10, 20 users and unlimited useres with a site license). simulator software for schools and universities.
debug C Language Executor, Macro Executor and FANUC Workstations (PCs) can run CNC GUIDE whilst connected It’s the ideal tool for individual or group training.
PICTURE programs and integrate the features of FOCAS2 to a license server. This is the ideal solution for a
applications. dedicated training room or development team.
Note: It is not possible to run FOCAS2 applications with CNC GUIDE Academic Package

A virtual control panel reflects the status of input

and output signals, which when used with the PMC Product name Note

programming software, FANUC LADDER III, means an 1 user

engineer may write and test machine logic sequences at 10 users Possible for up to 10 people to use at the same time
their desk. CNC GUIDE 20 users Possible for up to 20 people to use at the same time

Site license It can be used on business premises

It is possible to interface CNC GUIDE to other FANUC PC software such as: Program Transfer Tool, CNC Setting Tool and
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FANUC Built-in 3D Interference Check Setting Tool.
Classroom/for 16 people Possible for up to 16 people to use at the same time

CNC GUIDE 2 supports a Parameter Adjustment Tool, that automatically finds optimal parameter settings for acceleration Classroom/for 32 people Possible for up to 32 people to use at the same time

and deceleration. It reduces parameter adjustment time and allows tuning without occupying a real machine. CNC GUIDE
Self-study at home/1 year Usage period is 1 year (1 user)
Education Package
Self-study at home/3 year Usage period is 3 year (1 user

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 Specification list CNC GUIDE
Item Specification

Series 30i - MODEL B *2), Series 30i - MODEL B Plus

Series 31i - MODEL B, Series 31i - MODEL B Plus
30i series Series 31i - MODEL B5, Series 31i - MODEL B5 Plus
Series 32i - MODEL B, Series 32i - MODEL B Plus
Series 31i - MODEL A

Series 0i - TD / MD
0i series Series 0i - TF / MF, Series 0i - TF / MF Plus
Applicable devices Series 0i - LF Plus

Series 31i - LB / PB / WB
Laser / punch press / wire cut Series 30i - MODEL LB, Series 30i - MODE L LB Plus
Series 31i - MODEL LB Plus

CNC for transfer line Series 35i - MODEL B

CNC for motion control Power Motion i - MODEL A

Display device type 8.4“ / 10.4“ / 15“ / 19“

MDI key QWERTY / ONG

Picture mode Displays actual CNC appearance

Display mode
Window mode CNC screen, MDI Key, Operators panel, and more at each separate window

CNC operation screen section 24 languages ( English, Japanese, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified),
*1) Korean, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Hungarian, Czech, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Romanian, Bulgarian,
Display mode Slovak, Finnish, Vietnamese, Indonesian

Application operation section 2 languages (English, Japanese)

Item CNC GUIDE CNC GUIDE Education Package

System Lathe / Machining

Maximum number of paths 15 paths 1 path

Maximum number of control axes 72 axes 4 axes

Maximum spindle number 16 spindles 1 spindle

Maximum program capacity 8Mbytes 32Kbytes

Maximum program number 4000 63

*1) will vary depending on the model. Series 30i - when you select model B. *2) including iHMI

PC requirements
OS Microsoft Windows 8.1 Professional (32bit, 64bit), Windows 10 (32 bit, 64 bit), .NET Framework 3.5

 CPU Pentium® 4, 2.8GHz or more, Intel Core Duo 1.83GHz or higher (Core 2 Duo, Core i3,
Core i5, Core i7 in case of Cycle Time Estimate Function)

Main memory 2 GB RAM or more

 Hard disk 8 GB or more

 Screen resolution 1280 x 1024 (or higher)

1920 x 1080 recommended

 DVD drive √

USB port √

CNC GUIDE - Parallel simulation of CNC and PMC

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