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General Mach Discussion / Multiple G-Codes on Mach3

« on: May 01, 2014, 07:07:56 AM »

Can I load and run multiple G-Code files into Mach3? I need to profile a hole then pocket finish it to 19mm but can't see any way to program that in V Carve. I tried 2 different toolpaths, setting the pocket cut with a 5.5mm cutter and then the profile to a 5mm cutter (which is it's size) but post processor I use (Mach2/3 Arcs (mm)) doesn't let me use multiple 'tools'. So I can generate as single G-Code files but I can't see any way to load multiple files?

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General Mach Discussion / New RoutOutCNC

« on: April 30, 2014, 10:41:23 AM »

Hi guys, so I'm getting to grips with my new RoutOut CNC and I was wondering if you guys could help. I'm hoping I ask the questions in the correct order!

First off, the machine co-ords reset everytime I turn Mach3 off, is there any way for the software to stick with the same co-ords? The machine won't be moved unless Mach3 is on and running.

When the machine hits a physical limit Mach3 thinks it is still moving and so the co-ords keep going. I'm guessing this is cured by soft limits?

We're going to be using a jig to repetitively produce high volumes of machined plastic plates. For example we're machining 5 different plates, 100 of each and then in 6 months time will do similar amounts again (different designs to previous) for this size of plate. So I for speed I need to set the job zero off of the machine co-ords that I establish.

Lastly, how do I send the machine to 0,0,0? How do I send it to specific co-ords?

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General Mach Discussion / Mach3 problems

« on: April 11, 2014, 05:50:01 AM »

Hi guys, I've got Mach3 supplied with a Routout CNC. I've copied the license file over (ages ago so can't actually the name of it?). I've been setting it up and playing around and today have used a g-code with 2000 odd lines but it's stopped at line 500. Reading online I've found that this is due to the fact that it's running in demo mode? The license name is PAPA FABIO which some are saying is a pirated username? When I go into about it says that (doesn't say its demo or anything). Is this pirated or could it be that I've not copied the file over correctly or the file is damaged?

All replies greatly appreciated (the faster the better :-) )