How to set up X8 top program prototrak lathe properly

[milehighxr]

I know I need to use the fanuc post for the prototrak, and have used it a few times. What I really dislike, is that all my radii ar backwards, and I have to go back into the conversational system to fix them. What do I have to do to get code from MCAM X8, to the protrak that is ready to run without at the machine editing? It really makes using MCAM to program this machine pointless.

 

TIA

 

PS, I'll be looking to make post mods later, so I don't have to edit the program after I post it.

[Guest]

Have you asked your reseller for a post?

 

If so, what did they say?  These do exist

[crazy^millman]

I know I need to use the fanuc post for the prototrak, and have used it a few times. What I really dislike, is that all my radii ar backwards, and I have to go back into the conversational system to fix them. What do I have to do to get code from MCAM X8, to the protrak that is ready to run without at the machine editing? It really makes using MCAM to program this machine pointless.

 

TIA

 

Get the right post for that machine and life will be good. Edit free code to run the machine right out Mastercam. Cost is priceless 1st time you crash it because you made a mistake.

[milehighxr]

Reseller is worthless. Last time I asked for a post they said just use the Fanuc 6, or whatever the default was. Same response I get when I can actually get a hold of someone at Southwestern Industries.

[crazy^millman]

We can offer you assistance getting the correct post for your machine. Please email me and we will see what we can do to help you.

[milehighxr]

Email sent

[milehighxr]

Still looking for help modding the post I have for this machine. Boss isn't willing to spend money having one developed, and I'm almost there, I just need to remove the G18, and get the radii to come out correct.

TIA