[revwarguy]

Hi,

I am hoping someone who is using an AXYZ router table can answer a simple question:

We've been using Toolpath to place cutting files on the machine and make cuts for some time. Now, we want to send g-code files to the machine for cutting as well. Is the only way to do this is to use Toolpath to import a g-code file and then send it to the machine, or is there a stand-alone utility available to send a g-code file to it.

If we have to go through Tootlpath, how is the imported g-code file sent to the table for execution?

Thanks in advance,

[Boxey45]

Import the g code as an NC file, run it through the Toolpath software, and transmit it ti the machine as a .rdy format.

[kawman]

Hi, i dont mean to hijack your post, but im wondering if anyone is using bobcam to program axyz machines? i have a axyz 4008, and i want to use bobcam to program it so i will be able to nest parts and verify, i had it running fine using toolpath, and other programs to draw and nest parts, i just got a new computer and bought bobcam, right now i cant find a driver for axyz usb to rs485 converter box, i will be calling axyz tomorrow to see what they say, any advise is much appreciated

[aldepoalo]

what windows are you running on? bobcad has nothing to do with driver issues toolpath is having because you don't have an rs 232 port and have installed on a new computer. bobcad just writes g code. toolpath is what communicates with the machine....

[routalot]

I am obliged to use toolpath and fail to get on well with it.If I remain with a pre-Vista operating system and only cut two dimensional shapes,it is just barely adequate.If I wish to use more than one set of G-code files on a single part the software will take it upon itself to move the datum and ruin the job.Is there a way to lock in the datum position from the first set of operations?