Multi-Axis Project Start Point

[Corey Hampshire]

This may be a newbie question, but it is something that would save me a lot of time. When I am circle interpolating around a round surface (Vmc 4th axis) i use the project tool path. When I pick my curve to project, I want to be able to pick a start point for it. The way it is now, if I pick my chain and all my settings, I have to check out and go back to geometry, right click on the chain, go to start point and dynamic pick where I want it to start. Is there a way, when I am initially picking my chain, to force it to start where I want every time? It is time consuming and a lot of extra work to edit start point on multiple ops. Any help would be appreciated. 

[DeerSausage]

Are you using MasterCam 2020?

[JParis]

If you're using project, there may be a simple option...

Without a file, I am guessing that you are using the Project a Curve option.....you can try this...

Make a 2D flat contour path, using Lead in/Lead out.....using that same project path, don't project a curve but project the toolpath....if you have set up proper supporting surfaces, the leads motions will function and give you the starting point you desire..

[Corey Hampshire]

I am currently on Mastercam 2019, but making my way over to 2020. 

Old Bear- I made a quick, stripped down file for you to look at, and a video of the extra steps I would like a way around. It's not a huge deal to do it the way I am currently, just lots of extra clicks. In my head I am thinking there is a better way, something that I am missing. 

 

CIRCULAR_INTERPOLATE.mcam

[JParis]

Now understanding what it is you want...in 2020, yes.

In the new chaining dialog you have immediate access to those settings

[Corey Hampshire]

Awesome. Thanks! This will save me over 100 clicks per part. One nice improvement in 2020.

[JParis]

8 minutes ago, Corey Hampshire said:

Awesome. Thanks! This will save me over 100 clicks per part. One nice improvement in 2020.

They've completely flubbed up my workflow....but at least something works for someone 

[Corey Hampshire]

Yeah, It's different it seems. I hope they come out with the first maintenance update soon as I am having some bugs too. I am sure they will get it sorted out. That is part of the reason I have waited until now to go to 2020.