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Rotation code(B) not outputting


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Found some answers using search, but can't figure out why the "B" isn't outputting.

 

I want the code to look like this(without the added asterisks):

 

code:

 

N150 G0 G54 X.035 Y10.159 ***B0.*** S213 M3

N170 G43 H0 Z12.

N180 G98 G81 Z1. R6.1 F4.28

N190 G80

N200 M5

N210 G91 G28 Z0.

N230 G0 G90 G55 X.035 Y10.159 ***B90.*** S213 M3

But it is not posting the "B's"

 

I have the *164. Enable Rotary Axis button* set to yes.

 

Am I missing something else in my post?

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Spade,

 

Are you using a different WCS for each rotation or a different plane.

 

If you create a new WCS relative to your work, you won't get B output. You need to use a plane to generate rotary output

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I'm assuming this is a horizontal. With your workpiece positioned just like it would be on the tombstone, do you have your WCS set to "top" and your tool and construction planes set normal to the face of the part? i.e., B0 would be front, B90 would be right side and so on.

 

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Here is there web site:

 

Precision Machining

 

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Bob Lewis Machine Company has a CNC programming department that is second to none in the precision machining industry. Six networked computers running MasterCam version 9.0 and Virtual Gibbs with 3-D capabilities support twelve late-model CNC machining centers on the shop floor. “We can translate most standard file formats including solid files, IGES, .dxf, step files and autocad,” explains Jeff Lewis. “Working with customer-furnished digital data sets, we maximize our machining efficiency while minimizing the chance for errors.” State-of-the-art CNC programming is your guarantee of top-quality precision machining and customer service from Bob Lewis Machine Company.

I do not think they are using pirated software and then coming on here and asking for a post.

 

They are a CCC area people so I am sure someone from there will contact them and help them out.

 

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Gardena, CA 90247

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Spade,

 

Assuming you have a post that supports the 4th axis...

 

Check you error log after posting and see if there are any problems in there.

 

Also, MP uses the toolplanes to calculate the rotation angle, not the WCS. So make sure you are not setting a new WCS for each plan to be machined. Set one WCS and then set the appropriate Toolplane for each plane to be machined.

 

Send me the part and post if you still need help.

 

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