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I've encountered something similar before. Try this... Locate the *.xml file called MastercamSimulatorDefaults in the folder C:\Users\(your name)\Documents\my mcam2019 Open with a text editor Search for <PrecisionFactor>6</PrecisionFactor> Change the number to something higher than what it is currently. (i.e. 6 or more) Save file Open MC again Simulate again and see if it helps.

Try using a certified driver for the graphic card. Check here - https://www.amd.com/en/support/certified-drivers?f[0]=application%3AMastercam&f[1]=video_card%3A4396 Aside from that its hard to tell whats going on. Not much information to go on.

Thanks! I've got something that looks like im on the right path. I will post again tomorrow for future educational reference. Thanks again

Hello, I need to side mill the red faces on a rotary. I've looked into roll-die, rotary advanced, contour with axis sub and haven't come up with a solution. Not sure if its from not being the right toolpath, or setting it up wrong. How could I run an endmill along the side of these faces whilst having the y-axis sub'ed. We have a multiaxis license, so if theres a path that would be suitable let me know. Thanks, Zach Part.mcam

Just model up a simple part that has some pockets, tapped holes, bosses, simple surfacing, etc. Or something similar to the type of work you do there frequently.

Agreed. Surfacing seems unnecessary.

You could also use a small ballnosed endmill and run along the wall with a 3D contour.

You could draw a line across the intersection of the radius, then patch the flat part of the hole with a flat boundary using the wireframe of that chain. You could then patch the other part with a net or sweep probably.

Try changing this to a 1. The offset call in the post calls on this to determine whether or not to use g154 or g110

I've done some looking and it looks like it can be edited with sql software. You could easily use the replace function to swap the * for DEG. I'll look into it more later tonight.

For machining rest material I turn the precision to max in verify, save the outcome as an stl somewhere, then use that in the optirough stock page as my "stock". Use CAD File and point it to the .stl. Not sure if the verify precision has any impact on the accuracy of the stl, but i figure it cant hurt. Usually works alright for me.

Create a new library in mastercam, drag your tools into it, then open the *.tooldb file in windows. It'll open in mastercams standalone tool manager.

People seem to say that a CPU with higher clock speeds is better than higher core numbers. Build your pc around an Intel i7 cpu. I have an 8700k and its very nice. Don't wast your money on K (unlocked) models, as they are only useful if overclocking. AMD is making some nice chips these days at competitive prices, not sure how they work with MC though. Also, make sure to get a Solid State Drive. They're cheap now in the 2.5" format. M.2 is nice but more expensive.

Yeah pretty much no easy way to do it. Model up your DA tools, dimension them, print it out, and tape it to your wall.

I made a quick excel spreadsheet to compensate for interpolating ID's. I just keep it open and punch numbers in while i'm programming.

Peck drilling always throws off the backplot estimation. If you want a more reasonable estimation switch your drill cycles over to spot drill operations. DO NOT FORGET TO CHANGE THEM BACK THOUGH.

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Everything is pretty straight forward. I'd cut the angle by surfacing it with a bullnose endmill. Just stick it out more than 2.5".

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PST LINE (1588) - The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1589) - The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1590) - The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1591) - The math calculation/formula has an error , The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1618) - The math calculation/formula has an error , The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1619) - The math calculation/formula has an error , The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1621) - The math calculation/formula has an error , The formula is attempting to divide by zero, , Calculation returned zero 19 Jul 2017 02:53:51 PM - PST LINE (1634) - 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I'm new to working with PP's. I've looked around but haven't come up with anything yet. Thanks