Lathe tool orientation

[Adam prog]

Hello all

I'm having trouble with MC X9 simulation. I want to simulate an turn (2 axis) operation in MW simulation. Toolpath is okey however tool is rotated around its tool tip by 180 degree. Spindle is oriented to left but tool looks like prepared for right spindle.

I've tried to do my own machine and rotated "holder transform" in machine tree settings but the result is equal.

In Verify there is the tool in correct position.

Does anyone know what is wrong? Thanks in advance for answer.

 

[AHarrison1]

Without seeing a file it will all be guess-timation.

If you can include a zip2go of your Mastercam file it will help others help you.

[Chris In-House Solutions]

Are you using Mill-Turn or trying to use machine simulation?  if you are using machine simulation it doesn't officially support lathes.  Our post department has made it work but the list of limitations is about a page long so its not something we typically setup.  

[Adam prog]

It is only one standard OD finish line. It's neccessary to attach the file?

I'm trying it with mach simulation. Yes I know it does not work well but I saw lathe simulation on yt where it seems allright.

[crazy^millman]

Well you just answered your own question it doesn't work well. I have programmed 2 Axis lathes for well over 30 years and never once needed to machine simulate them. Run the standard verify and call it a day. I like to use the KIS method for myself. (Keep it Simple) What about the standard verify worries you requiring machine simulation? 

[Adam prog]

No worries about the verify. I like the simulation for its "smooth" feed moves. It's not so important however I can't figure out why the tool is mirrored. That's the main reason that annoys me.

[JParis]

3 hours ago, Adam prog said:

I can't figure out why the tool is mirrored. That's the main reason that annoys me.

If it's not meant to work on lathes, there's no reason to let it aggravate

[#Rekd™]

If it is just a 2 axis lathe Backplot is your friend, verify is great to check for collisions and overall results. 

[crazy^millman]

As I say all the time you can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink.