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    Re: V32 vs. V21 My thoughts

    BNR_RANDY, I will echo SBC CYCLE's thoughts on this matter. We upgraded from V20 to V27 and I too was very frustrated with several aspects of the newer version. It is a steep learning curve...
  2. Re: BobCAD CAM Topics you would like to learn about.

    I spoke with you a couple years back over the phone and you helped me figure out saving and loading features. I really haven't seen anything that goes very deep on the subject. Once I got that door...
  3. Thread: Backup

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    Backup

    To backup the files I have created (PP, Tools, Cutting Conditions, Saved Features), is saving the "BobCAD-CAM V27" file to a USB sufficient to protect against computer failure? I am running V27...
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    Re: Post Processor Modification

    Although there seems to be no variable for material output for V27, I do appreciate the link. Never knew list was right there waiting to be opened.:cool:
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    Re: Post Processor Modification

    Tried V31 script as suggested and only the hard code without the variable posted. I suspect that magicniner is correct that, if there is a variable name to output material it is different in V27. I...
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    Re: Post Processor Modification

    I have tried cutting and pasting several different ways what you suggested, but it still doesn't post material. If it makes a difference I am using V27 build 9600. Simple script I can muddle...
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    Post Processor Modification

    Is there a way to modify the PP to add the material that is selected to the code? I am using a modified PP for Haas. I tried this to no avail.






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    Marposs Probing Cycles

    I am looking for a manual or list of the probing cycles/macros for a Marposs Probe. I have written some code to probe parts within a program, but I cannot figure out what G-code and subroutine turns...
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    Re: Bobcad version 21

    I am not sure about Version 21, but I recently had the same issue with Version 20.6. I have the disc, but you have to get the unlock codes from Bobcad. Called Bobcad and sales said that they no...
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    Re: Best Text to use for Vcarving

    Thought I would post a picture of the finished product. Thought it turned out real nice. I want to thank everyone for their help, but especially Trotline who got me headed in the right direction.
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    Opening a Dwg and retaining text settings

    I have a customer supplied drawing that is in .dwg format. The part is a print die that the font and format must match the print. When I open the drawing in Bobcad v27 the text no longer matches...
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    Re: Best Text to use for Vcarving

    Appreciate everybody that replied.
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    Best Text to use for Vcarving

    I am working on a cedar chest for my wife and I want to engrave txt into the lid. As a machinist by trade I usually use a simple font for engraving, but for this project I want to use something a...
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    Adaptive Roughing Start Point

    Is there a way to change the start point on an Advanced Pocket, Adaptive Roughing Machining Strategy. I am profiling the part before I face off the back of some irregular shaped parts that are...
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    Program Number Modify

    Wondering if it is possible to change the Program numbers using the post processor. I am using V27 on a Haas VF-2. The work I do is usually requires multiple set-ups and I prefer using a separate...
  16. Thread: Subroutine

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    Re: Subroutine

    The reason that the subroutine is quicker, at least for me is. All it takes is three clicks on the mouse to create a consistent Counbterbore and or Countersink that is chamfered at the top and at the...
  17. Thread: Subroutine

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    Re: Subroutine

    The reason I use a subroutine for this is how quickly it is to program. I am setting up, programming and running multiple machines and to make the most of my time the quicker that I program the more...
  18. Thread: Subroutine

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    Subroutine

    Just wondering if this is possible. I have written subroutines using incremental moves to machine counterbores and countersinks in v20.6. Is it possible to call subroutines in v27? The way the...
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    I don't know what the value is for wood, but the...

    I don't know what the value is for wood, but the formula to find RPM is: π x 12 ÷ Cutter Diameter x SFM. Surface feet per minute is the factor that takes into account material being cut as well as...
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    Tool Library Set-up

    Recently upgraded my computer and had to re-install Bobcad V27 Build 1547. I would like to set-up my tool library to best serve my use. 90% of the time I use the same group of around 10 different...
  21. Re: For whoever is listening from Bobcad, please for the love of all thats....

    Bobcad should hire mmoe as a consultant. I would pay for another upgrade just for the changes listed in his post. I do think Bobcad is a good product, and IMO just needs a little to be a great...
  22. Re: For whoever is listening from Bobcad, please for the love of all thats....

    I don't know if anybody else has encountered this, but sometimes I like to run a Zero cut on the profile of my parts with a finishing end mill. So when I program that feature I only use one profile...
  23. Thread: Recent Work

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    Re: Recent Work

    This is made out of A-2 and most of the flat surfaces get ground to a H7 Tolerance.
  24. Re: For whoever is listening from Bobcad, please for the love of all thats....

    I have to agree with Jr on this issue that Bobcad is playing to the hobbyist marketshare. I spoke to them before I upgraded to V27 about some of the changes that have been made since V20 and was...
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    Re: Holes on surface of Cylinder

    I am not exactly sure if this is what you want. But I took your hole and Extrude cut it through the cylinder then extracted the edge of the cut.
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    Re: Toolpath Generation

    As I stated earlier I am working through the learning curve. I was confused by the diagram that went with the toolpath and mistakenly thought that it was to work outside in not to use both ways. ...
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    Re: Toolpath Generation

    Jr,
    After reading your reply yesterday and realizing that it was not a programming mistake on my part, I remembered that The Engine Guy had posted a PP for Haas on another thread. So I...
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    Re: Toolpath Generation

    I really do appreciate your help. No doubt your time is similar to mine, in short supply.
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    Re: Toolpath Generation

    [QUOTE=jrmach;1760694]OK,,if you are on support,now would be a great time to call.
    Preditor can take a little time to setup,,and I have not done it in years.
    I know some here probably can help...
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    Re: Toolpath Generation

    To avoid confusion I have redone my original files with a solid model and have taken out the cutter comp moves and everything else that doesn't pertain to my problem. I also left more stock on the...
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