That is true, the server is used to ping for the nethasp. The only problem you would have is if someone messes with the server. (reboot, etc.)

Maybe we need a different name, entering Henry.

Please note that #3003 is the parameter for fanuc controls.

Have you tried to do it with a sub program? See below...... N10(P6001) (G54 B0) (G55 B90) (G56 B180) (G57 B15) (G58 B288) (G59 B38) N20(P6003) (G59 B327) N30M98P6001 (where required at tool start) regular code here N30M98P6003 (where required at tool start) regular code here at end of program put the subs O6001 #3003=0 G90 G10L2P1X*****Y*****Z*****(G54=B0) G10L2P2X*****Y*****Z*****(G55=B90) G10L2P3X*****Y*****Z*****(G56=B180) G10L2P3X*****Y*****Z*****(G57=B15) G10L2P3X*****Y*****Z*****(G58=B288) G10L2P3X*****Y*****Z*****(G59=B38) #3003=0 N4020M99 O6003 #3003=0 G90 G10L2P1X*****Y*****Z*****(G59=B327) #3003=0 N4020M99 Hope this works for ya !!

In the tool, parameter page, did you adjust the compensation there?

My company has two locations (NY & NC)and we have our server in another state that utilizes a nethasp. We have no major problems.

I think the PC was tired and over worked. It new you were frustrated and was just playing with you. Glad it works again.

Thanks, the only reason I noticed it was when a boring bar went into the hole it changed to an odd shape and I got a collision error, then when in translucent mode it was obvious. I agree that the program will be correct. This feature did work on previous versions.

Very odd. Even after re-boot. I guess the PC needed a break.

Have you tried under the "transform operation parameter" page, changing "under work offset numbering" to "assign new"

I am making a lathe program and have found an issue, I'm not sure if there is also an issue for milling or not. I will try it soon. I forgot to turn the coolant on for a drill, This tool is used in three operations (one to drill and two to bore). I went to the first of the three operations and turned it on, MC asked if I wanted to apply this to the other operations and I told it yes. The problem I checked all three operations and visually the coolant is on. I posted the program and after the first operation I get an M09 and no other M08. I went to the second of the three operations turned off the coolant, said OK, went back in to the second operation and turned it back on and said OK. Posted it and then had the M09 after the second operation. I had to turn off then turn on the coolant for the third operation to eliminate the M09 until the end of the tool. Would it be best to manually turn on the coolant? Thanks

Has any one noticed when offset drilling in lathe and doing a verify of it, the software plunges the hole at that location only, not diametrically. This creates an elongated hole, not the oversized hole needed. (eg. .750 diameter drill, shifted to drill an .800 diameter hole has the .750 width and .775 length instead of .800 diameter.) IS THIS A BUG ?????

A lot of 5 axis machines require you to output arcs ONLY in XY moves.

I think if they do lock it there would be a lot of happier users

Thanks John, I thought that was the case. Regards

Every once in a while I inadvertently move one of my tool bars. Is there a way to lock it down so it can not be moved? Thanks

Removed it. Thanks any way. Will try to re-load the AI Solutions chook angain and hope all will be all right.

I loaded the AI solutions chook. Now when mastercam loads I get a lot of errors in the "ERROR REPORT DIALOG" box. HOW DOES IT UN-INSTALL ????

Thanks, I've been looking and looking and under my nose there it was. again, THANKS

When back plotting in lathe I see that the X is set to radial instead of diameter. Also when drawing everything has to be drawn then divided by two (1.0 dia. = 2.0 / 2). Is there something in MCX that changes this to diameter for back plot (so when verifying a program a calculator isn’t needed) and when drawing to eliminate the / 2 (to divide by 2)

Thanks I'll give it a try

I am trying to make a sketch for an operation sheet to help the machine operator and the inspection department. These sketches usually differ from the blue print because they are for manufacturing purposes.

Has anyone heard of a program called "WINLINE"

I have also noticed since moving from X to X2 now the LAP mode does not out put the "E" word (finish feed rate). Any clues????

I am programming a facing operation and I know the "D" in LAP mode is what comes off on the diameter when turning. Why on facing is the post out putting D.1 when I tell it to remove .05 at a time? Do I just have to fake out MC and tell it to remove .025 and ignore the the back plot and rely on the posted program? Thanks