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  1. #1
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    Program issues after multiple runs?

    Hello Guy, This is my first post but I have been reading cnczone for a few months. I recently picked up an old minitech mill2 off craigslist. I've had it running for a few weeks and I yesterday started running a few parts off the same program. Just moving the zero each time. Reset the program and start. Most of the time it works fine but sometimes it drills the hole in the wrong spot but profiles the part right. Here's the picture. The 10 on the bottom are right and the 1 on the top is wrong. Notice the hole location. If I turn off mach3 loader and reopen it runs fine. Please help I am sure there is something I am missing. Thanks

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  2. #2
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    After you reset your zero positions, regen the toolpath before running.
    I think that may help.
    What version of Mach3 are you using?
    Gerry

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  3. #3
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    Ok thanks, l ll give that a try and see if it helps. I think it's the latest version. The guy gave me his program when I bought the machine.

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    Mach3 license's are not transferable, so it's illegal to use a license purchased by someone else.
    Gerry

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    http://www.thecncwoodworker.com/2017.html

    Mach3 2010 Screenset
    http://www.thecncwoodworker.com/2010.html

    JointCAM - CNC Dovetails & Box Joints
    http://www.g-forcecnc.com/jointcam.html

    (Note: The opinions expressed in this post are my own and are not necessarily those of CNCzone and its management)

  5. #5
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    Ok thank you, I didn't realize. I will take care of that. Thank you for the heads up.

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