Jeff in most case more work then axis sub . now if all the holes are a lined in a row around the dia then Transform works great.

I posted this link that is Pinned of the Beta 2. I would would download and try what are in the videos. as a user I really like these changes. Here is the link to the download topic.

Ok that is an interesting view. ( If the software company has the ability to "switch" you off (for whatever reason) then you are hardly in full control of the data.)

Ok so I understand no one including me want my files and software located in the Cloud or another server that is not mine. But you all are against that the License would be checked of line say once a week or so to make sure you are update on your Monthly or Yearly payments. Some of these thoughts are for Smaller company's to get some of the higher end software's as they just cannot afford it one time. There are more reasons to. My thoughts are for all Cad and Cam software's. I am not stating that this what Mastercam is going to be doing so you know.

True, you don't pay and the software stops working. but that is not what most of you are stating is the concern . the concern like Fusion were the file and software are not on your computer but in a cloud. I prefer to not have to pay a monthly or yearly cost in some cases I agree. Of course with Mastercam as we are talking there is a yearly Maintenance cost so you are paying yearly in a way. but yes if you don't keep up on it it will still run were it last update was.

confusion for some of you is. you think if a company goes to subscription service , That means the files have to go in the cloud along with the software. This not true they can going with just a licensing of the software like Adobe does. I could see it working like when Mastercam looks at the key at times when it is plugged in. So why could another software do the same thing at time it checks online to see you are still an active client.

User0990, you do understand that my sample is a different path correct?

I am not sure what I can really do being such and old version . I can try later to look into this. can you share a sample file and the Library you have setup?

I am figuring this is what you want?

Folks if you have not noticed this includes the 2020 Mastercam for SolidWorks that was not in the Beta 1. Also please do us a favor if you get are Survey please take a few min and fill it out. your reply's really make a difference. So please keep them coming.

Hello, We have just released Mastercam 2020 Public Beta 2 for your review. You can find the downloads on the Public Beta page of Mastercam.com: https://downloads.mastercam.com. We encourage you to use the Customer Forum on Mastercam.com. There will be specific threads regarding areas we are seeking more feedback on. This forum is also where we can respond to your questions regarding Mastercam 2020 Public Betas. Some notes on 2020 Public Beta 2: Version information Mastercam version number 22.0.14751.0. Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS version number 22.0.14751.10. Current Maintenance is required to run this release. This version will time out on 05/08/2019. This is a standalone version and can be installed with other Mastercam versions on your machine. Prior versions of Mastercam 2020 must be uninstalled before using this build. Uninstallation instructions can be found below. A copy of the Readme and the What’s New are attached to this email and list all issues addressed since the release of 2019. Please reference the What’s New file to learn about the new features in Mastercam 2020. Pre-release versions of Mastercam 2020 are only available in English. Uninstalling previous PublicBeta or Technology Preview builds: Backup any files you may wish to save Uninstall any previous 2020 build(s) Open Windows Control Panel Select Programs and Features Right click on the product you wish to uninstall and select Uninstall Delete the following folders For Mastercam: c:\Program Files\Mastercam 2020\Mastercam (Optional): C:\Users\your logon\Documents\My Mastercam 2020\Mastercam (Optional): C:\Users\Public\Documents\Shared Mastercam 2020 For Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS C:\Program Files\Mastercam 2020\Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS (Optional) C:\Users\your logon\Documents\My Mastercam 2020\Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS (Optional) C:\Users\Public\Documents\Shared Mastercam 2020 Delete the following registry keys For Mastercam: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\CNC Software, Inc.\Mastercam 2020 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\CNC Software, Inc.\Mastercam 2020 For Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\CNC Software, Inc.\Mastercam 2020 for SOLIDWORKS HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\CNC Software, Inc.\Mastercam 2020 for SOLIDWORKS Installation Instructions: Click on this link and log in: https://downloads.mastercam.com. Select Mastercam or Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS links. Download the appropriate files for your install. If web installs were selected, after the file has downloaded, double-click the .exe to begin the installation. If the USB (.ZIP - includes Mastercam and Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS installs) file was downloaded, unzip the file to a location on your computer and double-click the launcher.exe to begin the installation. Follow the instructions during the installation. It does take a minute or two for the install to launch so please be patient. The Customer Feedback Program (CFP) which collects data from your system on the features and functions used is automatically turned on during the Public Beta and Beta stages. We look forward to your comments and findings. We encourage you to participate through the customer forum on Mastercam.com and to continue to send issues in directly to [email protected]. Thank you.

Gcode is right is there is no way to mass EDIT multiple WCS at one time.

i would say make a copy like gcode said make the edit to it in the plane manager in 2019 and earlier. The you can select many operations that you want to change to this new WCS and change the all in Edit common Parameters .

Oh I see you are trying to do this on a 3axis not 5 axis. that can make a difference.

Are you trying to do something like this.

I think you are talking about how to make sure that the computer is using the dedicated Video card being the Nvidia GPU and not the onboard. we have under our "Knowledge Base Articles" page a article that covers this topic. Link to article: https://kb.mastercam.com/KnowledgebaseArticle50338.aspx?Keywords=enable+graphics

David is your dealer Greg Williams?

.PRT are both NX and Creo/Pro-e files.

Yes there is this link should take you to it. there are a few videos on this new Chaining Manager. It should most likely ask for you to log in when using this link. Link: http://forum.mastercam.com/Topic29423.aspx

You are correct this a tool from Model Prep and we did not have theses option in X5

This tool is for simpler shapes this will not work with a mold cavity. it does not support surfacing tool paths. now if your cavity is simple flat pockets and contours shapes in the 2axis planes you are good. Now as for the error looks like this may not be a water tight solid. did you stitch from surfaces?

We have just released Mastercam 2020 Public Beta 1 for your review. You can find the downloads on the Public Beta page of Mastercam.com: https://downloads.mastercam.com. Note: Mastercam 2020 for SOLIDWORKS will not be released with Public Beta 1. It should be ready for release with Public Beta 2. Only the web installs are available for download. The USB install will be available starting with Beta 2. We encourage you to use the Customer Forum on Mastercam.com. There will be specific threads regarding areas we are seeking more feedback on. This forum is also where we can respond to your questions regarding Mastercam 2020 Public Betas. Some notes on 2020 Public Beta 1: Version information Mastercam version number 22.0.13906.0. Current Maintenance is required to run this release. This version will time out on 04/18/2019. This is a standalone version and can be installed with other Mastercam versions on your machine. Prior versions of Mastercam 2020 must be uninstalled before using this build. Uninstall instructions can be found below. A copy of the Readme and the What's New are attached to this email and list all issues addressed since the release of 2019. Please reference the What's New file to learn about the new features in Mastercam 2020. Pre-release versions of Mastercam 2020 are only available in English. Uninstalling previous Public Beta or Technology Preview builds: Backup any files you may wish to save Uninstall any previous 2020 build(s) Open Windows Control Panel Select Programs and Features Right click on the product you wish to uninstall and select Uninstall Delete the following folders For Mastercam: c:\Program Files\mcam2020 (Optional): C:\Users\your logon\Documents\my mcam2020 (Optional): C:\Users\Public\Documents\shared mcam2020 Delete the following registry keys For Mastercam: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\CNC Software, Inc.\Mastercam 2020 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\CNC Software, Inc.\Mastercam 2020 Installation Instructions: Click on this link and log in: https://downloads.mastercam.com. Select Mastercam links. Download the appropriate files for your install. If web installs were selected, after the file has downloaded, double-click the .exe to begin the installation. Follow the instructions during the installation. It does take a minute or two for the install to launch so please be patient. The Customer Feedback Program (CFP) which collects data from your system on the features and functions used is automatically turned on during the Public Beta and Beta stages. We look forward to your comments and findings. We encourage you to participate through the customer forum on Mastercam.com and to continue to send issues in directly to [email protected]. Thank you.

Look at putting in a delay so that the code is not loaded so fast start with 20 ms.

I can truly say it was not ME...