Toolpath Generation Failures

[KenNelson]

I have begun experiencing 2 problems in V8, both having to do with toolpath generation

failures. Neither of these problems occur in 2 axis programming. In 3d programming,

(for example, after creating a surface/finish/parallel cut) V8 occasionally tells me "Toolpath

Generation Failed. Save Operation?" This occurs after I have set the tool and cut

parameters. The 2nd error I sometimes receive is with a successfully saved cut, when I

try to change any parameter (rpm, feedrate, etc.), the cut will not regenerate. The red "X"

remains in the operations manager. Does anyone have any ideas? Again, this is a

sporadic problem.

 

Thank You

Ken Nelson

[Charles Davis]

Intermittent problems are generally not software related.

 

A lot of 3D toolpaths work better if you specify a containment boundary.

 

If this is a new problem, try reinstalling your software. Also, make sure you are using 8.1.1.

[Scott Bond]

When these mysteries happen to me , It's (usually) something I did.

[cadcam]

Ok scott, so this mysteries thing happens.this would be some were between the chair & keyboard misshap (sp?) correct?

[Guest]

That is a very technical term called "pebkac"

P = Problem

E = Exists

B = Between

K = Keyboard

A = And

C = Chair

[cadcam]

Thanks marc that is were I was going.

 

[ 02-27-2002, 09:08 PM: Message edited by: cadcam ]

[Ken Nelson]

Jeez, you guys are a rough crowd. Pebkac is in indeed a factor here. I took the same geometry (created by me at my keyboard in my chair) to another seat of Mastercam and it worked perfectly. So I guess it's software re-installation time. Thanks for the non-sarcastic replies.

 

Ken Nelson

 

Pebkac Specialist

[cadcam]

But ken did we actully help you?

 

Just wondering.

[Ken Nelson]

Why certainly you helped. I now have a new acronym to throw around in the shop! But seriously; yes, you helped. Charles' comment about re-installing made me think I should have tried running to another seat before I posted, and you made me do the Homer Simpson thing - D'oh!. This is a great forum; I lurk a lot and enjoy learning from all you folks. Thanks very much for the help!

 

Ken Nelson

 

Pebkac Specialist

[cadcam]

Ken thanks for the nice words, but I can not take any credit on this one, except for fun.

 

Hope it all works out the way it’s suppose to.

So Ken were in Ca, if I may ask.

 

Never mind I just got on. You sly devil

You have logged on from home and from work under two different accounts.

 

One is KenNelson & the other is Ken Nelson.

[Ken Nelson]

Actually, the dual login thing is something I need to fix. San Jose, Ca is home; I work in Campbell, CA - right next door to San Jose. Again, thanks to all for the help. After a software re-install I'm sure things will be fine.

 

Ken Nelson

 

(enjoying my new name for myself -"Pebkac Specialist" - must add it to my business card).

[gcode]

Ken,

Next time you have that problem, try running the ramsaver utility in the File/Next menu.

I am amazed at how many times that has solved similar problems for me. If it works its a whole lot eaiser that a reinstall. If it doesn't, no harm done.