5 axis post questions

[Bob W.]

I recently ordered a trunnion table (Haas TR160X) for my mill (Haas VF2-SS) so now I need to get the post in the works. It seems to me that there are several of these combinations out there so a good post should not be that difficult to find. Who should I look to for this post and what should I expect to pay?

 

I have been in touch with my reseller and he said it was much more involved to do a 5 axis post but like I said, this machine combo should be pretty common. What would make this more involved?

 

Thanks,

Bob

5 axis newbie

[Guest CNC Apps Guy 1]

CAD/CAM Consulting in SoCal has one, In-House Colutions has one. Yeah they are more involved than a 4 Axis post but what 5-Axis isn't?

 

As for how much to pay, it's going to vary. You'd have to call and ask.

[Paul Decelles]

Considering that we have one sitting downstairs and it runs it every day I would think it should not be a problem (but then again, what do I know?)

[Josh T™]

Bob,

 

The Haas 5X line of posts are usually modified generic fanuc posts that are found in the MC post download. Your reseller should have this "off the shelf" post readily available (mine does) for a minimum fee. You may have to change teh rotation parameters in the machine to accomodate the post rotation signs but that is a simple issue that Haas can talk you through on the phone. You probably can purchase teh post for around $1000. I can think of a few hundred folks who have salted their own GEN_FANUC_5X to taste but unless you've got several hours of post editing experience or lots of time, patience, and BC powders I'd suggest going to your reseller.

HTH

[Bob W.]

Is a 5 axis post included with those that come with MasterCAM? If so I will have a go at that first.

 

Thanks,

Bob