The problem we have is the .NC name. Can not FTP a file more than 5 letters long( 12345.NC). I have done it on other 30i controls but not this model A.

It appears not to be a .NC file type.

Hello all We just got MC2019 lathe for our Mazak lathe, with Mazatrol Smart controller. I did not see Mazak listed in the control definitions. Is there a similar format used by one of the machines listed or do we have to request one through mastercam ? thanks

Hello all We have MC 2017 and I found several training files(design, solids, import mill advanced, etc.). these files contain several drawings and models, some are labeled as a specific task to perform. I can not locate a pdf. Training booklet to coincide with these files. My question is, if we have all these files does that mean we should have the pdf. of the training booklet and if so where would it be located and what would be the name and type of file? Thanks

Hello all Due to the large number of tools and a limited magazine size, I have to use different "H" values in relation to the "T" tool number. example T23 is my taping head so I have to use H23, H63,H103 for the different tap lengths used on the same tapping head. Mastercam is generating the same "H" number as the "T" number regardless of what is set in the tool library. For example 1/2-13 tap is T23 H103, but when the program is posted, it will come out T23 H23. It only started doing this recently. Where are the settings to read from the library and not default the H to the T number. Thanks

Our lathe operator is having an issue so I thought I would post this on here for him: Hi if anyone can help that would be appreciated. I'm working on a Mazak QT-Smart 250M. It's a Mazatrol Smart control. The issue I'm having is with the TNC compensating correctly when boring. I'm using the conversational programing and have the tool info set up properly on the tool data page with the correct tool nose radius. When I run that tool it cuts 2x the radius below what I have programed. Not sure if it has something to do with the parameters but I have tried the user parameter F92,F93,F94 and have tried setting bit 7=1 for all three. When cutting OD everything is fine with the radius compensation so I'm confused why I'm having this issue with ID turning. Please help??? Apparently T6 will cut with proper offset but T11 will not....

FIXED... http://forum.mastercam.com/Topic27513.aspx?Update=1#bm27596

oops my bad. here's the info.

This is what log shows.

MC appears to be working if I ignore the popup window. I can move the model adjust parameters and even test the tool path. So why is this window popping up is the big question. Its when I attempt to close the Mastercam Crash Reporting window that it closes down MC.Going to try a previous dot.

Yes. it was working fine yesterday then I closed a model and tried to open a new one and now it crashes just before completely opening. Very frustrating researching and trying fix's. Very time consuming

I have ver.1709 (OS build 16299.431) Windows 10pro,64bit NVIDIA Quadro M4000 driver version 23.21.13.8816 (10/30/2017) Last 2 windows updates were fro SQL 2008 and adobe flash.

Hello all Mastercam 2017 was working this morning on windows 10. I closed a drawing and when opening another mastercam opens and crashes b4 loading a drawing. Anyone having this issue? wondering if its a windows update issue. thanks

I appreciate the honesty and information given.

Thanks guys, appreciate the concern with 25+ years in the trade I'm a confident Som Bitch and love the challenge. Just need a hint here and there....lets get'r done. lol

ahhhh I found the fmt . So it has "A" 11cabs and "A" 14 cinc. What do 11 and 14 represent? Also I see I will have to remove this line or replace the rotary with the Quill "W" axis . Is it possible for me to create the W axis in the post or am I better off finding a generic Fanuc post for 5 axis boringmill?

Hello all first timer using the debug and trying to customize my post. Currently my Fanuc post will generate : N32 G28 X0. Y0. A0. What I want is: N32 G28 X0. Y0. W0. From what I see it has something to do with pfcout,cabs and/or cinc. What I am not seeing is how it is using the letter "A" over any other letter in the alphabet . Is there a list of numbers that correspond with letters. Just need a hint in the right direction. Thanks

Yes.

The hard drive MUST be initialized to setup FTP?

I used mastercam from 94 to at least 2001 for both a wire edm and boringmill. the boringmill was 2D but we were pulling off some 3D cuts with it. Nothing to fancy but we thought we were pretty good pulling off 3D with 2D software. No Gandalf but fluent with MC. I have used a handful of software since then and only been using 2017 for 4 mths with little time to really explore. A lot has changed and maybe I was not looking in the right spot for post editing. What I was looking at seemed to be in code and I'm not given the time to figure it out nor can I take it home to wonder through it all. It has been quite a few years i know so i can't expect a walk in the park.

sorry if I struck a nerve. Consider it constructive criticism. I wont go listing other software on this site to bash mastercam. Here is an example of an issue I have presently. We have a boringmill which has a quill or "W" axis on top of the "Z". The post comes out with an "A 0." and "Z 0." so if the W is not zero before running a program we have a potential for a crash. On the other software I would open the "post edit" go to start of program tab change A0. to W0. done. Now all my post will come out with the W0.. No need to contact anyone, no waiting. Time is money

Yes apparently management will get in contact with the seller to correct the sim. He told them it was set to that sim but obviously not. I do find this all unnecessary and to complex. It is nice to have solid support however correcting yor own posts is a snap on many other types of software(for someone with basic knowledge). It's disappointing MC is taking this route

Just curious, How long does it usually take to get a post once you request it?

THANKS FOR THE QUICK REPLY.

HELLO ALL Getting this error. apparently has something to do with using a post from an older version of mastercam. I am running 2017 and trying to use an older HAAS post. What are the procedures to correct this. thanks!