5 Axis Post Configuration

[jolson6]

I am working on configuring the mpgen5x_fanuc post. Our machine is a horizontal G&L with a B axis rotary table and an A axis tilting head. After several hours trying different combinations of settings for rotaxis1&2 and rotdir1&2 I think I have the correct combination based on what I have read and learned from the 5 Axis Power Point Presentation, which I found out about while searching this forum. My question is where can I find information about the Machine Base Matrix specifically what the matb1-9 settings are for? I have tried different combinations to get the correct angle output but some of the values are flip flopped like y and Z. I have seen the example in the Power Point Tutorial for the horizontal machine and started with the values given, but I need to change the A axis to the head. Any help in pointing me in the correct direction would be greatly appreciated.

[rgolos]

best of luck !!!

[Steve Biehl - Cimquest Inc]

The matb1-9 define the base vectors of the system.

The

matb1 : 1

matb2 : 0

matb3 : 0

defines the X axis

 

 

The:

matb4 : 0

matb5 : 1

matb6 : 0

defines the Y axis

 

And:

matb7 : 0

matb8 : 0

matb9 : 1

defines the Z axis

[Steve Biehl - Cimquest Inc]

Oh, the above values are mapping the base system to the Top View

[jolson6]

Thank You Steve, I will experiment until I figure what I need for the front view.

Jim

[Steve Biehl - Cimquest Inc]

I think:

 

matb1 : 1

matb2 : 0

matb3 : 0

matb4 : 0

matb5 : 0

matb6 : 1

matb7 : 0

matb8 : -1

matb9 : 0

[jolson6]

That is correct and thank you for your input!