post processor development
We are considering Featurecam. One thing that concerns us is the ease of developing post processors.
I've heard the promises before from other CAM vendors and am skeptical (to put it gently). We want to be able to develop our own posts, not pay for them, and not spend countless hours deciphering spaghetti code.
How does Featurecam's post methodology compare to Mastercam's?
Is their post language documented?
Is the documentation accurate and readable?
Do I need to attend a class to learn how to write post processors?
Can someone direct me to a non-marketing-oriented URL where I can learn more?
Thanks in advance;
Doug
develop our own posts, not pay for them ???
What a concept !!
Have been using and Beta testing for FeatureCam for over ten years.. I can assure you that they stands behind what they sell. I have seen many user wants implemented and thier end result is just that.. "Results"
All I can tell you is if you have been decipering Spaghetti then you need to have a company behind you that will work with you and make you productive so that you can afford that "T Bone Steak".
The staff of FeatureCam are some of the best respected in the Industry..
I previously had a post conflict with out new 18I fanuc control.. I called featurCam at 10am and we were back chip to chip by 11am..
Cant rate Feature cam to Mastercam but can only tell you FeatureCam users are some of the most happiest out there..
Bottom line .. I think if you were to buy from Featurecam, they would be glad to help you and or customize you a post.. I suppose if you were try and write your own post then you might want some training..
Chips