Instead they use an intermediate format that captures the cnc machines movements. Your downloading and use of the post processor files is subject to the confidentiality provision. Its purpose is to allow the cam to work for more than one gcode dialect. The post processor is the fundamental link between the work you do inside your cam system, and the machine that is removing the metal. Customizable controllerbased cnc postprocessors foundation is a fullfeatured postprocessing development platform for 2 and 3 axis posts. If you are interested please reply giving more details of the machine. The configuration of the rotary axes has a great effect on how. Depending on some machine settings configuration it could be very close the fanuc one. Consider all this post processor as not tested turning machines imperial unit doosan puma. More advanced or customized post processors may have a cost associated with generating or customizing them to fit your needs. It is possible to manually add, modify or delete the files in the posts folder of robodk. A cnc post processor is software that converts toolpaths created in a cam system into nc programs that can be read by a machines controller to move the cutting tool along the programmed paths in a safe, consistent and predictable manner.
Click here icam technologies specialises in the development and implementation of advanced nc postprocessing and machine tool simulation solutions for manufacturers in every major industry around the world. Post processor files fanuc 15m postprocessor for alphacam. I cant imagine a cam company that doesnt have a fully resolved and free post processor for the ten most common machines. The problem im having is getting the proper post files for our fanuc wire machines. Does any one have a compatibe post processor that will work on fadal, with visi19. If you are unable to contact your mastercam reseller, or you need further assistance, you can contact cnc softwares post processing department monday friday, 8. I will respond with some sample nc code which proves the post processor works. Fusion 360 allows you to make edits from the post processor dialog to make small changes to the output code using simple checkboxes and inputs. Post processors are a critical part of any cam system. Without a properly formatted post processor, you must resort. Ive run the default post with some mild editing for tool changes and offsets on a fanuc contolled 3 axis mill and an anilam controlled lathe with no problems. Should you require this for these machines, please select the option on the form below.
Download solidworks cam post processor to convert virtual information and. Post processor fanuc 21i mb im using the software power mill 6. Their basic function is to translate the toolpath you see on screen to machinereadable code often referred to as gcode but with the right post processor, you can reduce machine cycle time, remove manual editing and provide more information to your. Built for your specific cnc controller, each post can be edited to suit your needs. Icam certified post processors and user developed post processors. I have actually removed all the available post processors from my drop down list so i cant see if your machine is on the list. Post library for autodesk fusion 360 autodesk fusion 360. Fanuc 5 axis post processor just intracted with the customer didnt see his machine yet so as of now i am not sure which axes is required 4. The flexible, easytouse graphical interface of the universal post generator or upg is designed so users can quickly customize post processors to generate editfree code for their machining environment. Bear in mind that some post processors can be used across multiple machines, such as the d6 post, which can be used across a range of creonic based controllers such as koike hypertherm edge lockformer vulcan techserv controllers file name. I need a postprocessor for fanuc 6m i am using nx11 actually i need it for a prototrak smx control but they say it is similar to fanuc 6m. Fagor 4th axis just intracted with the customer didnt see his machine yet so as of now i am not sure which axis is required propably a axis. The following is the list of postprocessors that will work with mecsoft cadcam software products. User developed postprocessors are postprocessor that have been created by the foundation users.
Many free or lowcost post processors are available for a variety of machines. The tech from mastercam sent me the generic post twice but they seem incomplete. Online technical support download nc postprocessor. I am running nx4 and am in need of a post for a fanuc om or omc control. The term kinematics refers to the how the axes on your machine move, particularly the rotary axes on a 5axis machine. Their basic function is to translate the toolpath you see on screen to machinereadable code often referred to as gcode but with the right post processor, you can reduce machine cycle time, remove manual editing and provide more. To use post processor from the list, download the post a.
Post processor fanuc 21i mb cnc professional forum. Supported post processors list fabrication products 2019. The best cnc programmers also know how to edit post. Post processor for fanuc controller dhinesh, although you probably will not find a post that you can download and that works perfectly without editing, there are few things that might help you out. Icam certified post processors are post processors that have been developed and tested by icam and can be freely shared amongst the foundation community. Does any one have a compatibe post processor that will work on fadal. At the opposite end of the ease of use spectrum, but perhaps capable of far more powerful customization in the post, would be something like fusion 360s post processor. The portal allows you to download a lot of information you will need.
You will need a current maintenance agreement to gain access to the posts. Any customizations or edits to existing post processors can also be handled by our. If you have access to higher versions you could try the post configurator version of sim01 even for nx10 i think. Most of the post processors have a sample code which is shown when you select them. Fanuc 3 axis post builder siemens plm community 309688. A post processor is a unique driver specific to the cnc controller its intended to work with. Generic fanuc post files for mastercam x9 post processor. The campost foundation download center has two main categories. Solidcam supports canned drill cycles and machine options of standard cnccontrollers. Cnc machine post processors cadcam software bobcadcam. Post processor wire edm esprit cadcam esprit post processor.
This is the place to find post processors for common cnc machines and controls. One post processor is a py file each post processor is defined by a python script. Newbie post processor solidcam post processor for fanuc oi mate td post. Post processor information since the pocket nc accepts standard gcode information, this means that it can be paired with almost any cam software.
How to find and install a post processor powered by. The rotary axes on a machine may be attached to the table, the spindle or a combination of both. Mazatrols can be set up various ways particularly with the tool configuration. It uses javascript as its programming language and a relatively simple post for someting like a tormach cnc lathe runs to 426 lines of fairly dense code. Free cadcam postprocessor downloads mecsoft corporation. Post processor for fanuc controller dhinesh, although you probably will not find a post that you can download and that works perfectly without. Fanuc 3 axis milling post processor for solidcam youtube. All i ever seem to get are the movement codes in the the nc file along with some generic stuff like g20 for setting the inch input and g90 for absolute input and g92 for the. If your company needs any custom post processors we are happy to create these for your cnc machines. Bear in mind that some post processors can be used across multiple machines, such as the d6 post, which can be used across a range of creonic based controllers such as koike hypertherm edge lockformer vulcan techserv controllers file name post processor default file. A post processor file is a file that translates camduct machine control commands into a format that can be understood by a particular cutting machine controller. Click here icam technologies specialises in the development and implementation of advanced nc post processing and machine tool simulation solutions for manufacturers in every major industry around the world. For bobcadcam to effectively run your cnc machine, choose the proper post.
A post processor must also consider your machines kinematics. These options will vary from post to post, so you might not see the same options for mazak as you will for fanuc as you will for haas. These are the current post processors, along with their file names and default file extensions, supported within our software. I copied a page from the vectric web support site about finding your post processor. These postprocessors have been tested, but are not certified by icam. We use nx postbuilder, as well as tcl manual programming for nx postprocessor development.
For 40 years, icam has been providing aerospace, automotive, medical. To use postprocessor from the list, download the post a. I am a huge fan of mastercam, but since you are a solidworks guy and are comfortable with the embedded cam systems take a good look at hsmworks. How can i build my own postprocessor using only the g codes and m codes accepted by my cnc control. Icam postprocessor full download cad cam hai phong. Make sure to read this important safety information before using any posts. There you will find a post processor for a fanuc controller that you can start with. There are a few topics concerning post processors in this forum but if you are new to proman, then there are some post processors you can download from the ptc website. The truly important measure of a cam system is gcode quality. The hurtle to be cleared to do that, however, is to create a post processor for the software to understand the mechanics of the pocket nc in order to write the appropriate c. The cam post foundation download center has two main categories.
I have a post that works without live tooling but cant seem to find the things in the post to edit to make it work. If you are unsure whether your question is post processor related or not, please contact technical. If your post processor needs modifications you can find instructions below on how to make these changes. Way more information than you ever wanted on how to fell a tree. The post processor controls the format of the gcode produced by bobcadcam. Post processor download ecam v4 cnc programming system. The best source for obtaining a post processor is your reseller hi there. Post processors dont convert gcode from one dialect to the next. I am having trouble finding a post for a haas ds30yss lathe. Post processors list fabrication products autodesk. If you have been provided a robodk post processor py file it should be placed in the posts folder so that it can be selected from robodk.
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