POST PROCESSOR

[Francis Chung]

How or where do I learn about customizing post processors?

 

Francis

[Guest CNC Apps Guy 1]

Usually your first step should be speaking with your dealer. Post work shoudl not be taken lightly. Changing the wrong things can have catastrophic results to your machine and consequently should only be worked on by qualified individuals. Some dealers offer Post Processor classes.

You can buy the Post Processor book from your dealer.

James

[JoeyW]

The first step is to get your hands on a Matercam Post Processor users guide. Like James said, this is available from your Mastercam dealer. Try to get the most current one you can. I learned from a V5 Post manual, which was able to teach me the basics. V7 and V8 use the same basic math calculations and variable definitions.

The rest is trial and error, at least until you understand how the post processor works. Change settings in your post and see the results in your coded program. The biggest secret to eiting your post is to ALWAYS BACK UP YOUR POST!

[This message has been edited by Chip Maker (edited 10-06-2000).]