The new unified launch panel combines the activation of Gener post-processing, CeRun control Emulation and Virtual Machine simulation all in a single interface. This was done in support of a new V21 PSE (Post/Simulation/Emulation) enhancement that allows Gener and CeRun to be run in parallel (so that Cerun simulates NC code as it is being […]
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The CAM-POST Questionnaire provides settings that can split rapid positioning moves based on the direction of one particular axis (typically the Z-axis). For example, XYZ positioning moves where the Z-axis is plunging are split in two motions: XY followed by Z, whereas positioning moves where Z is retracting are output as Z first, followed by […]
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CAM-POST provides a series of extractor interfaces seamlessly integrated within the following popular CAM systems: CATIA, NX-CAM, Creo-NC, Mastercam and TopSolid. These interfaces are used to “extract” the necessary data from the CAM system prior to launching the simulation process (either GENER for running a graphic post-processor, or CErun for G-code simulation). The new extractors […]
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A series of 99 $FINFO user-defined variables, from $INFO.V1 through $INFO.V99, are available for various purposes required by the developer. These variables are set to $NULL at the start of $FINFO look-ahead and can be assigned to any value (including a sequence), by macro processing while the $FNFO look-ahead is active. Once look-ahead is completed, […]
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The new interface is used to “extract” the necessary data from the Mastercam for Solidworks prior to launching the simulation process (either GENER for running a graphic post-processor, or CErun for G-code simulation). To setup CAM-POST to run within Mastercam for Solidworks, you must do the following: 1) Make sure Mastercam for Solidworks is installed […]
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On a lathe where X-axis values can be output either in diameter or radius mode, the following commands can make the switch possible. MODE/DIAMET: selects diameter output for the X-axis, if supported on the machine MODE/RADIUS: selects radius output for the X-axis, if supported on the machine The macro variable $XDIAM tracks the radius vs. […]
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Modern machines use a function that changes the amount of acceleration / deceleration during synchronous tapping based on the current spindle speed and the programmed feedrate. The M-code required to activate this function can be generated by the post-processor using two simple user-defined macros on the major word CYCLE. The example below shows the technique […]
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Dedicated post-processors are delivered in an ICAM-proprietary file format, which is a binary file with a “.dp” extension. This file may contain one or more post-processors, Virtual Machine models and Control Emulators. For ease of use, ICAM recommends using the Import facility, available in the GENER launch panel, to read and import the contents of […]
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Rigid tapping cycles perform the following sequence of actions: the tool plunges at cutting feed, reverses the spindle, retracts at cutting feed and reverses the spindle again. If the CAM programmer uses proper best practices, whenever a tapping cycle is programmed, the feed rate should be expressed in units per revolution (PERREV). However, situations may […]
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4 answers to NC post-processing questions for multi-axis equipment. Many people believe that when they buy a sophisticated, highly-capable computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine, it will automatically accept computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) data and produce parts. Unfortunately, some of the most modern CNC machines cannot do that.Depending on the machine and controller [...]
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ICAM Technologies Corporation announces that it is currently shipping Adaptive Post-Processing V22, the latest version of its integrated Post-Processing, Simulation & Optimization software, to its user community. CNC Machine Simulator, Post-Processor & Tool-Path Optimization All-In-One Adaptive Post-Processing™ is new technology that changes traditional CNC programming methodology by creating a unique integrated environment for the independent [...]
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For more than 3 decades, COE events have been the go-to place for CATIA users to discover the latest product innovations and see how others are implementing them. This year is set to be no different, featuring showcases from Dassault and their partners from around the world. With over 100 hours of education dedicated to industry solutions, best practices [...]
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Each and every manufacturing environment presents their own share of difficulties and challenges. But aerospace component manufacturing remains one of the most demanding industries due not only to the complexity of the materials, processes and design of the parts in question, but also the rate at which new parts must be developed and level of precision required. Add increased [...]
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Looking to reduce your 5-axis CNC machining costs? ICAM's innovative SmartPACK lineup is a revolutionary feed-rate & toolpath optimization suite that allows you to significantly cut down on machining and programming time by implementing powerful algorithms that make decisions for you. A key member of the SmartPACK lineup is SmartCUT, ICAM's solution to time-wasting air-cuts. Air-cuts [...]
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