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Interested in CAD/CAM but Not Sure If It Is Right for You? Interested in CAD/CAM but not sure if it is right for you? CAD/CAM If you’re already using CAD (Computer The EnvisionTEC units (see pp. 182-183) Aided Design) you already know the main use resin to build your model allowing you benefits: to make models you simply cannot create • Easily create custom pieces for your select with a mill system. Models are the highest clients. Respond to local interests making quality — amazing detail down to 25 mi- you and your firm the first place custom- crons. Cost of the resin material is approxi- ers think of when they want something mately $1 per piece. truly special. Easy-to-use, the machines operate without • Quickly show the concept, get immediate supervision — turn them on and let them customer input for revisions and close the go. You can even directly turn your resin sale while the excitement of the design model into a rubber mold by using the plan is at its highest. HTM-140 or Photosilver resins. • Break away from the limitations of hand The latest technology with the latest capa- carving; saving time, effort and providing bilities is available to you and your firm let- utmost perfection in your models. ting you compete with other designers on a Having both your own CAD and CAM (Com- level playing field. puter Aided Manufacturing) is an extension Interested? Call in to speak with one of our of this immediacy: specialists to explore how our CAD/CAM and • You control the production schedule so Rapid Prototyping options can help you. there is no waiting on your supplier’s schedule and you completely eliminate “…I have worked with and have experience in ALL machines… delivery time. milling machines, Roland, Solidscape, Perfactory. • By keeping production in-house, your I gotta tell you honestly…I love my [Aureus] desktop. unique designs are secure. I would not trade it for anything else.” • If you produce two models or more a — Hien Nguyen, Owner week the EnvisionTEC Micro is an eco- Trademark Jewellery nomical choice. We offer the machinery and resins you need to save time and money while you keep total control over your intellectual property and unique designs. Our software is easy to learn and easy to use. You’ll quickly be producing intricate models. 180 Gesswein ¤ Orders 9am–5pm EST: 800-243-4466 FAX Orders 24/7: 888-454-4377 CAD/CAM A. JewelCAD Pro – 3-D Design Software JewelCAD Pro is the new generation of jewelry designing and modeling software that is more powerful and efficient than its predecessor, JewelCAD. It has a completely new pro- gramming core that allows fast and up-to-date extension of features. JewelCAD Pro still maintains the simple user interface and similar way of working in JewelCAD so that current users can operate it easily. Features: • Non-engineering approach for easy • Supports real-time move, size and rotate learning and fast operation. during rendering and support bounding • Only basic knowledge in computers is box transformation on objects. needed to master the software in • Generates isoparametric curves on several weeks. surface and can be converted to simple • JewelCAD Pro is much improved in its curves for modeling and stone setting. STL data export, photo quality rendering • Allows creating curves on surface. and automatic tools for diamond setting. • Easier and more effective manipulation • Ideally suited for jewelry designers and of control points on surface, also allow- design studios to create custom jewelry ing addition of local control points. and publish marketing material. Description Item# Each JewelCAD Pro V5.1 266-4009 $3,995.00 A B. 3DESIGN® CAD7 Jewelry Modeling Software User-friendly software for advanced 3-D model creation! Tailored specifically to the needs of jewelry makers, this feature-packed software allows you to design intricate models in mere hours. Enables efficient sharing of ideas with customers and managers alike, speeding up approval. Creates files accepted by CNC and rapid proto- typing machines for final model production, such as the EnvisionTEC Aureus (see p. 182). Features: • Intuitive interface with option to split • STL file format for seamless exporting to view for working on multiple design CNC and rapid prototyping machines. aspects at once, palettes for keeping tools • JAVA foundation for universal compat- readily accessible and mouse-over prop- ibility with Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X erties of all icons for rapid identification. and Linux operating systems. • Full catalog of predesigned components • On-line contextual help system for the for fast model creation, including rings, most current assistance available. settings, stones and even Swarovski Crys- • Includes several detailed tutorials and B tallized Elements. demos to help you get rapidly acquaint- • Draft wizard to import your own model ed. Compatible with Microsoft Windows, sketches for ultimate customizability. Mac OS X and Linux operating systems. • History-driven construction method for Available in 17 languages: English, Span- easy modification of models at any time ish, French, German, Italian, Greek, Rus- without having to start again from scratch. sian, Polish, Hungarian, Czech, Chinese, • Fine-tuned control of all metal and stone Japanese and Korean. parameters, textures and lighting for faith- ful representation of models to clients and coworkers. Description Item# Each 3DESIGN CAD7 Software 262-0119 $6,600.00 Actual renderings created with 3DESIGN CAD7 C. Jewelry Drawing Template An easy-to-use calibrated template for jewelry designers. Immediately improves your jew- elry designs and simplifies the task of determining stone sizes required for your jewelry. Contains stone shape profiles and sizes, as well as shank top and side views. Great for sketches and wax work. Measures 101⁄4"L x 43⁄4"W. Includes instructions. EACH Prices Description Item# 1-4 5+ Jewelry Drawing Template 812-1660 $22.50 $20.25 C Web Site Orders 24/7: gesswein.com All prices subject to change without notice. Gesswein 181 A. EnvisionTEC Aureus® RP High-resolution desktop system for rapid prototyping and direct manufacturing. Based on the principle of photopolymerization, the Aureus builds 3-D CAD/CAM resin models with the finest CAM finish. The 3-D models can be cast directly into precious metal or vulcanized into a rubber mold, depending on which resin is selected. Using state of the art Direct Light Projection technology from Texas Instruments, the Aureus directs light through a projector which allows for numerous models to be built at the same time. For example, 15 models can be built in the same time it takes a 3-D printer to make just 5! The Aureus is the perfect choice for the small to medium company looking to fulfill their production requirements. Features: • Constant build speed up to 3-7 mm/hour (material dependent) • Medium size working area can build up to 10-15 rings at a time • Minimal moving parts and consumable components allow easy servicing by the user. • Models suitable for direct casting or for rubber molding • Using an Ethernet interface, the Aureus can be connected directly to a PC workstation or integrated into a network. • An embedded PC allows the Aureus to work independently from the preprocessing workstation. Includes a software suite for easy monitor- ing from any PC on the network and fast importing of STL data files. Specifications: Build Envelope 23⁄8"L x 13⁄4"W x 4"H A (60 x 45 X 100mm ± 2mm) Build Speed 3–7mm/hour at 35µm Z-voxel thickness (material dependent) ERM Voxel Size (x,y) 43µm (a “voxel” is a volumetric pixel) Z-Voxel Thickness 25–35µm (adjusted by each material module) Resolution SXGA+ 1400 x 1050px Warranty 1 year on factory parts and labor Footprint 21"L x 17"W x 31"H Weight 77.16 lb (35 kg) Electrical 100-120V, 2A, 50/60Hz Breakage resistant models Aureus Package Includes: EnvisionTEC Aureus Machine EnvisonTEC Aureus Post Curing System 1⁄2 kg Resin of your choice Basement Tray Magics Software and Perfactory Software Suite 2 days of training and installation Freight Door-to-Door (Continental USA) Description Item# Each A. Aureus RP Machine Package 262-0110 Call for Pricing 13 /4" Photosilver Resin 23 /8" B B-D EnvisionTEC Resin Materials for Aureus Description Resin Type Application Item# Each B. PIC 100, 1kg Thermoplastic Direct Casting 262-0114 $429.00 C. WIC 100, 1kg Wax Filled Direct Casting 262-0115 395.00 D. Photosilver, 1kg Ceramic Filled Rubber Molding 262-0127 489.00 High Temperature HTM-140, 1kg Nano Filled Rubber Molding 262-0138 450.00 ** For best results in casting RP models, use All Cast Fast Setting Investment (see p. 211) CDWIC 100 Resin PIC 100 182 Gesswein ¤ Orders 9am–5pm EST: 800-243-4466 FAX Orders 24/7: 888-454-4377 CAD/CAM A. EnvisionTEC Perfactory® Micro High-resolution desktop system for rapid prototyping and direct manufacturing. The Micro model maker is the smallest desktop 3-dimensional printer — with the highest resolution. It is a low cost, easy maintenance and user friendly personal desktop 3-dimensional manufacturing system. Using state of the art Direct Light Projection technology from Texas Instruments, the Perfactory Micro System produces the finest detail in the shortest period of time using an LED light source with zero maintenance and very low acquisition costs. Features: • Small footprint for those with limited space • Small working area can build up to 4-5 rings at a time • No calibration required for machine • Minimal moving parts and quiet running • New LED light source for up to 30,000 hours life expectancy • Models suitable for direct casting or for rubber molding • Low acquisition cost and easy to operate Specifications: Build Envelope 1.58"L x 1.18"W x 3.94"H (40 x 30 x 100mm) ERM Voxel Size (x,y) 31 µm (0.0012") Linear Z Axis Resolution 1 µm Z Voxel Thickness 25 µm (0.0010") to 35 µm (0.0014") (material dependent) Light Source LED Warranty 2 years on factory parts and labor Footprint 9"L x 8"W x 24"H (23cm x 18cm x 58cm) A Weight 29 lbs.
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