Isn't that what the "NC file name" is for? For example: When I give a a toolpath group an nc file name of O1234 it will automatically save as O1234.NC If you post does not do this now, it is a very simple modification.

When using transform click "Maintain Source Operation's" under Work offset numbering.

From what I have found so far.. Apparently to use G141 correctly you need an I,J,K vector at every X,Y,Z. The I, J, and K specify the normal direction relative to the center of the tool to the contact point of the tool in the CAM system. It can only be used for G00 and G01 moves. I am Threadmilling with a right angle head and this will not work unless I break the arcs up into tiny segments and modify my post to output I,J,K vectors along with each X,Y,Z. Next questiion, How do I modify post to get IJK vectors ??? Anyone here have experience with this?? Hopefully I am going down the right path.. Maybe I am opening up a can of worms here and it might just be easier to repost the toolpath with each offset change, but this sure is fun research.. lol!!

G141 didn’t error out in graphic mode. Now I just need to do a real test cut to see if this works.. unfortunately they are setting up another job on this machine so I wont be able to test for a while, but I will post back here with results for future reference. Thanks a bunch !!

When I try to use G41 cutter comp in G19 (Y,Z) plane I keep getting error saying I cant apply G41 in any plane but G17 ?? Is this A Haas thing? I swear I have done this many times before on Fanuc based controls. Machine is a Haas VF6 Thanks,

Thanks, Good info here.

I’m doing a reverse counterbore with a tool that has a removable cutting head. The shank goes through the previously reamed hole, stops and the head is attached. Then I would like a canned "reverse" pecking cycle to peck to depth. I was just wondering if anyone had any tips or tricks for doing this with a canned cycle rather than point to point longhand. Thanks

That had one of the best tool lists ever.. It was a dumb move on Mastercams part to remove that, especially since a lot of companies have evolved that format in their documents. I know of at least one place that will never upgrade to X5 just because of the GUI being removed.

Folder Clone Used this for years.. Works great.

It was a 1/2 x .182R 4FLT Kennametal carbide endmill running at about 60 SFM with .0032 chip load. About 40 minutes tool life so far, and its still cutting.. Sounds like its getting dull and about to break though.

Just tested the peel mill toolpath in Inconel. 1/2 dia. cutter cutting 1 inch deep with .020 stepover at FULL depth, cuts like butter. Very impressive!!!

Maybe we should start a machine database.. Just a thought..

It works fine with comp set to "COMPUTER" in the operation. The cutter control comp in verify does not work correctly, its the same wether it checked on or off with comp set to anything but computer in operation.. It would be nice to be able to use cutter comp in 5 axis tooplaths like most other high end CAM software does with ease.. I sure miss NX for 5 axis work..

Curve 5 axis operation. Backplot and verify toolpaths are not the same. Backplot shows correct tooplath, verify shows toolpath offset by the dia. of the tool. G code represents the correct backplot toolpath. This is really messed up... It appears to be related to the new cutter comp control setting in verify. Work Around is to not use any cutter comp in the operation.. SET IT TO COMPUTER..

You may need to set your feed in the control def to output Inverse time feedrate (G93) mode. If your machine has this capability. Almost every machine I have used requires this to make accurate simultaneous 4 axis toolpaths.

After looking through every post that came with Mastercam, it appears that the best post to start with is the 4 axis router post. Altough this has aggregate head and 4 axis capability, it is only limited to C axis (along Z). This will work since this project requires me to lay the 4th on the table. Nothing like a custom modified post for a single job that we will probably never see again.. So much fun..

Thanks Derek, I already have a nice working 3 axis R/A head post. I am creating a post for 4 axis. Good info though..

I need to make a post for a 4 Axis Haas with aggregate head support. Is there a preferred stock X4 or X5 post to start with? I seem to remember something about starting with a router post. Haas 4 axis Vertical machine Thanks,

Pre win7, advice was to go to this site for Nividia Partner Certified Drivers Looking at that list there are NO drivers cerified for Mastercam..

Did you check your WCS?

Under Settings/Configuration/(Start/Exit) choose "mill" or "lath" and it will automaticly load your default machine/control.. If you are set up properly.

Check to see if Tool is programmed to TIP and not Center.. That was my problem... DUP!!!

Thanks Rob!!!

Is there a way to force point to point moves in a drill cycle rather than a canned cycle within Mastercam? Or is it all controlled by the post? I kinda remeber doing this before, but getting old and cant remember s**t anymore. Thanks..