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Problem generating 3+2 G code
« on: November 10, 2018, 05:54:26 AM »
Hi,
     I am experiencing problems generating 3+2 axis (5 axis positional ) G code to run on Mach3,
     Any ideas would be most hepfull

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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #1 on: November 10, 2018, 06:11:52 AM »
If you Google 5 Axis CAD/CAM software you should find a choice of suitable programs.

Not one of my favourites but there are many here who like BobCAD-CAM and that will generate 5 axis toolpaths suitable for use with Mach3.

Tweakie.
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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #2 on: November 10, 2018, 06:27:43 AM »
Currently using Fusion 360 for modelling,
And posting out G code,
Thanks for quick response

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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #3 on: November 10, 2018, 06:51:12 AM »
It's helpful if you describe what the problems are that you are having.
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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #4 on: November 10, 2018, 07:18:57 AM »
On posting code Mach 3 states that its unrecognizable and does not run

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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #5 on: November 10, 2018, 07:43:59 AM »
Are you using a Mach3 post processor in Fusion360?
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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #6 on: November 10, 2018, 08:16:47 AM »
No, I am trying to use Fusion 360 listed post processor,
When I tried Mach 3 post processor it flagged up "tool path orientation not supported",

   

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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #7 on: November 10, 2018, 08:33:57 AM »
Then it sounds like you need a new post processor.
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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #8 on: January 24, 2019, 07:38:25 PM »
Are you using the free version of Fusion, from memory its not 5 axis only the Pro version is.

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Re: Problem generating 3+2 G code
« Reply #9 on: March 26, 2019, 10:19:08 AM »
There is only one version now

The dif between free and pay is you only get generative design if you stump up else it’s the same