Hi, we have a new machine in our workshop (Not brand new but new to us).
Its a Bridgeport VMC 610XP2 with Fanuc 18i MB controller.
I was hoping the Manual Guide method of programming would be easier than it seems to be at the moment. I have figured out many basics but I am now struggling.
Before I go into details does anyone have any experience with the Manual Guide for programming a VMC/MILL? On first impressions it seemed a good way to start programming. Our Lathes have a Fanuc control which uses similar graphics to aid programming and seems easy to follow.
I have drilled holes, roughed pockets out but now want to rough a couple of open ended semi circular pockets at different depths but can not get anything to work correctly. I am trying using Contour Pocket within the Manual Guide. As far I can see from manual which I have been following all day things should have gone a lot better
Thanks, Paul.