Thanks for the reply Christian. I can understand writing the information to a buffer (I guessed that was what was required) but I dont know what "maths" is required to reorder the tools. This post processor is just about exactly how I want it, apart from this tool reordering and min/maz output at the tool table, and since its a rainy day, I thought it would a good time to sort it out Cheers

I've been tuning MPMaster for the Okuma, and I want to output the tooltable at the start of the file with the tool numbers in order, and also output the MIN/MAX values at each end of the tool table lines. Is there any way to do this? I'm used to tweaking posts, butI cant work out how I could re-order, and add the min/max depth output. Cheers

I tend to avoid rapids in XYZ where possible. For the time saved in the kind of work I do, it isn't worth it. BTW, an alternative G-code verifier is Vericut. While its expensive, its very good at what it does. Also, the Okuma post I customised for our machine has a switch nobrk, which switches on or off, a breakup of XYZ moves.

Chris, Yes, I did try the edit. It worked sweet. The bummer is, I still can't get it to generate a G87 :/ Why would it work for some MC installations, and not others? Is it the MP.DLL version? Sorry about the delay in replying....I've been really busy :/ Cheers

Chris, Hehehehe....Yes, we downunders do have a crazy time zone. Thing is, we're in the right time, and you guys are lagging....hehehehehhee DavidB: Thats true...They both need to have the same nose radius. But either way, I can make the post generate a G87 :/ The post is very close to the way I'd like to be able to output the LAP cycles. I really want a foolproof system for the guys at work :/ Cheers

Heya Ron, Thats correct. You dont have to set the Misc Reals etc (as in the old MPLOSP posts) These new ones, using the Canned cycles, look to have the makings of great output for the OSP controls. I think (at least for my needs) they need a bit of refining ) Cheers

Hmm...Well, mine doesn't output the G87 at all. It is indeed when I select the highlighted toolpath on the second parameter page. This post is potentially great, but it would be nice to be able to output it. Why would it work for some, and not for others (ugh, I know...software... ) Anyway, I'd like to get to the bottom of it. I also note that the post supports G82 (facing). Has anyone generated the G82 using the canned cycles?

Hi there, I've been trialling MPLOKUMA.PST, so see how its LAP cycle output works. Whilst it looks like the format is pretty close to what I want, I can't get it to generate a G87 LAP finishing cycle at all. Even though I choose Canned Finishing as the toolpath, it doesn't output it. Is anybody here successfully using it? I'm running it in V9.1MR0304. Cheers,

Peter, I did run the Solids-Find Features a second time, but it didn't find the fillets However, I agree to both the other solutions, of using the "Slice Curve" and also just setting the plunge parameters. I'll run through these options with the customer tomorrow morning. This forum is certainly one heck of a resource Thanks for you help! Cheers

WTP, Thanks for the reply. In hindsight, I did a forum search, (which I should have doen first :/) and found the same topic in another thread. I experimented with the find feature, but it didn't find the fillets around the edges of the holes, so when the holes were suppressed, I was left with "radiused counterbores". (I exported the solid as a parasolid and then re-imported it, to give me a "brick"...btw, I like that term ) Thanks again for the comprehensive reply Cheers

I've just uploaded a file to the FTP, called Solid-Turn-Sample-With-Holes.mc9. I'd be keen on some feedback on approaching a part like this, using Solid chain toolpaths. This file was given to me from a local user, and when he selects, for example Toolpaths -> Finish -> Solid, it returns an error saying "Unable to extract lathe profile from solid", which is caused by the holes passing through the X plane. If rotating the part is out of the question, is there any other way of overcoming this, other than creating the cross sectional profile? Bearing in mind, that most parts this customer gets are parasolids, so there is no way to suppress the hole features. I'd be keen to see others feedback on how they would approach this. Cheers

Err..maybe I should take my foot out of my mouth....and slow down...maybe these damn flu tablets are messing with my head..

Can you clarify that? I mean, I'm sure I'm not infringing board rules by discussing this (because pricing isn't being discussed) but "if you dont purchase maintenance before the release of Version X" you will have to pay the full price for Version X when it is released? There is no "non maintenance" upgrade price? Wow, if thats the case, I haven't been informed of that.

I think Sandvik have a tool that would do it. Off the top of my heasd, I think its a SVQBR. Takes an 11mm VBMT insert. I used one to do the bottom of a jar mould (with the dish in it) and it worked perfectly. The bar was a 16mm bar, so it would fot your size requirements. Email me to remind me, and I could send you a MC9 file of it if you want

Capto is great. We have it on our LB15. What's also good, is that inserts can be changed on the bench, rather than leaning into the machine all the time. Also, as mentioned earlier in the post, the Mori Seiki MT series do have a dialled in post for Mastercam. I've seen it in action, and it works fine. Talk to the post department

I can't seem to get Cimco Edit to run at all with my MAstercam installation. Running V9.1 SP2 I choose file -> edit and nothing happens :/ Has anyone struck this?

Speaking before acting, (as usual), I did a search on the forum. It seems InHouse have done work with these brand of routers, so I've sent an email off to Dave

Arrgh! In typical fashion, the information turned out to be incorrect. The machine is in fact a Routec R200 XM Robot 5 Axis router with a NUM 1020/1040/1060 controller. So, the next question is: Do you know anything about these? It looks like I may need to help out with some programming for this. However, I'm sure it wont be worth me organising a custom post for it :/ Well, probably not. Anyway, any information would be appreciated

Hehe...I knew someone would ask this...I'm off to have a look at the machine today, so I'll post the details later

Just a thought, but prior to any other drill cycle, shouldn't the tapflag be reset to zero? Other wise, if a drilling cycle is used after the tapping, it will output a G380, as the tapflag wasn't reset. Wow...I'm thinking a bit too much on a Saturday morning

Hi there, I'm curious, does anyone out there know of anyone using a late model Geiss 5 Axis router successfully with Mastercam? The reason being, I've had an enquiry from a potential customer who wants some programming done, and it would be nice to know if its feasible. I'm not certain of the model, but the machine is only 18 months old. I assume, that if the machine uses proprietary code, then Mastercam would be out of the question.

We use Easytalk. Old DOS I know, but its a great little program. Rumours abound that they're doing a Windows version, but it could be vaporware...We'll wait and see

What switch? hehehe

I recall a function in Unigraphics that allowed the creation of "surface curves" basically replicating the "mesh". You could create them in the U and V directions on the surface. Mastercam doesn't have that function, but I think the suggestion of projecting lines onto the surfaces, in whatever direction you desire, would be a good solution. (Would sure beat buying, and then learning, UG too )

Check out MPLOSP7C.PST, which can be installed from your Mastercam CD. That supports Mill/Turn. A local customer has used it with great success on their LB25 with Mill Turn functions. Hope this helps