Is there any way to calibrate the work offset numbers that are generated from G68.2 or WPC SHIFT? Example to understand the question: Imagine 2-4-6 block clamped in a vise, Zero is set in the middle of the 2-4-6 block (touch top left corner, X:3 Y-2), use WPC SHIFT because its a MAZAK VCU 5X can also think G68.2, enter in SHIFT VALUE : X:3 , Y:0 , Z:0, C:0, B:90, Execute the shift in a program, Index to B90, Bring WPC GAGE/Probe to touch the 2-4-6 block which should read 0 when I touch the 2-4-6 block directly in the Z, Getting a value not equal to 0 let's say .020". I am wondering if there is a Mazak parameter or some other way to adjust the outcome of a WPC SHIFT or G68.2. If there is no way with a simple parameter adjustment, what mechanically could be adjusted? Posture? Level? Hopefully this explains what I am asking a procedure for. I know there are ways to cheat around it as well, but looking for a fix. Thanks in advance.

I have many Mazak machines (36 horizontals w/ 2 pallet changers, 1 palletech system hooked up to two horizontals, and 4 variaxis). Two of the Variaxis' are new with full 5 axis capability and Smooth Control. I understand CAM is king for 5 axis work and nearly impossible to live without. I use MasterCAM with custom posts for the full 5 axis work and understand how it works, but still want my programs in Mazatrol so everyone in the shop can understand them and make little adjustments to programs when needed with ease. I am wondering if there is a way to use Mazatrol for 3 + 2 work without setting zeros for each face (cheating they say). So if I have a part with 5 sides to be machined (3+2), I set multiple zeros, one for each face, and that works fine. Is there any way in Mazatrol to set only 1 zero (just like I would when using mastercam and G68.2) and have the machine know where the workpiece is after rotating? Pretty sure it has something to do with WPC SHIFT. Thanks in advance.

I am currently using MasterCAM 2019 and Solidworks 2014. When I open a file from solidworks (.sldprt) it works fine but only opens as one solid. When I need to open the file and convert the drawing to lines and edges, I would normally hit "options" and select the lines and edges options. Now when I hit the "options" button, MasterCAM crashes every. single. time. Please help.

Hello, Earlier this forum helped me learn about using tilted working plane for my Variaxis J500. I am wondering for positional work, am I able to manually insert G68.2 in the code. I cannot find ANY resources on how to do this. Example: Machining a handle at an angle on a cube part. First operation I face the cube at b0 a0 then I need to rotate to a-69 b0 to mill the handle. Is this as simple as inserting the G68.2 before the milling the handle operation? I am well aware on how to program this within mastercam by keeping the working plane the same for both operations. Thank you,

Thank you all so much for your help, especially Manofwar. I am updating our MasterCAM seat to 3D and buying a post. Any online resources for 3+2 machining would be greatly appreciated.

The video in the first solution shows if you have G68.2 and TCPC, what if you do not have TCPC?

Thank you for your response. Currently trying to figure out if we have G68.2 with Mazak. I do see in the options that "Tilted Working Plane" is available, but I don't know if that means G54.2 or G68.2.

Machine: Variaxis j-500 Post-Processor: N/A (Discussing with distributor now) Question: When dealing with multiple angles, can my post processor allow me to take only one accurate zero at a non rotated degree. Example: A CNC machined block with a CNC machined handle. For the first operation the table is A:0 C:0. I set mastercam's zero to the top left corner of my part and take my zero in the machine at that point. The second operations the table is at A:-21 C0 so it can mill a handle at 69 degrees. I set mastercam's zero to the top left corner of my part. I wish to not have to take another zero. Additional way of putting this: Is there a way for the software to track the part's zero location based on the table's rotary and indexing movements. Thanks guys, any help is appreciated!