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  1. MIL-TFP-41
    MPMASTER has this built in. If you have a program with no A axis moves, it won't output an A move. As soon as you have a program with an rotary move, it will output it. It could also be very easily accomplished with a prompt when you post....something like "Output A Moves?"
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    Lyndex/Nikken has a few different options. They used to have (still do?) a dual contact called "3lock", which I have used and liked in the past. Seems they are phasing that out and going with a more tradition approach. FWIW, I believe Lyndex/Nikken holders to be every bit as good as Kaisers. Their SK collet system is on par with the "Mega E" system IMO. http://www.lyndexnikken.com/pc/catalog/taper%20plus%20catalog%202014-03052014%20web.pdf
  3. MIL-TFP-41
    Someone has got to be the first to ask.....any word when this will be available for X9? Almost a "must have" set of tools.
  4. MIL-TFP-41
    The 688 on your vertical would be a good fit. We have countless variations of them....the design has evolved over the years...first with a 6" capacity, then 7.5...now 8.8" with the 688. All are solid.
  5. MIL-TFP-41
    I am surprised. A MAM 72-63V with 17 pallets & those other options would be approaching that price point. Then with the MAM you would be in a linear pallet pool, with the option of adding more machines. The Yasda looks to be more "stand alone". Maybe the Yasda price jumps through the roof when you get into their jig bore machines?
  6. MIL-TFP-41
    Just out of curiosity....isn't the Yasda double if not triple the price of a similar sized Matsuura?
  7. MIL-TFP-41
    http://www.destinytool.com/ These guys offer stuff on very long blanks as standard. I believe they have a necked version that would get you the reach.
  8. MIL-TFP-41
    MPLMASTER is a great starting point. http://www.emastercam.com/board/files/file/904-mplmaster-master-g-code-post-version-x8/
  9. MIL-TFP-41
    That really doesn't sound like that bad of a computer, especially for "simple 2d and 3d toolpaths". Is you computer infected/running a lot of bloatware? How large are your mastercam files?
  10. MIL-TFP-41
    ^^^^^ Agreed. 1/3 of your drill dia for a peck is a safe starting point. Your feed is very light. Try 6 IPM @ 8000 RPM
  11. MIL-TFP-41
    rename the attached file to SWDocumentMgr.bat Right click and "Run as administrator" SWDocumentMgr.txt
  12. MIL-TFP-41
    Buy an extra drill. Grind a flat bottom on the extra. (Basically just do an end grind like you would on a 2 fl endmill) Drill out with the regular drill & take the point out with the flat bottom one. We do this a lot for one off parts.
  13. MIL-TFP-41
    Point toolpath would work nicely for this.
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  15. MIL-TFP-41
    In what world would you ever actually use a cutting strategy like that? Looks like it would be deflection/gouge city
  16. MIL-TFP-41
    one could double or triple the memory on this one and add a SSD and get way decent laptop for under $1500 http://offleaseavenue.com/products/laptops-notebooks?product_id=90
  17. MIL-TFP-41
    FWIW I have modified the toolchange macro's to have an M59 (on a Matsuura, it locks out any spindle motion and orients the spindle) when the probe is called up. For whatever reason the guy decided to change the tool number.....none of these macros can fix that.
  18. MIL-TFP-41
    Are you using the same values for your retract height and clearance height? If both are set to absolute and both are set at .1 for example then you could get a G99. Set the Clearance at .1 and Retract at .05 and you will get a G98. This stuff is post dependent, so some will behave different than others.
  19. MIL-TFP-41
    If you have Camplete, no need for the MT package or syncing manually at the machine. Its a very slick setup.
  20. MIL-TFP-41
    wow. I would like to see the vid if possible. Sounds pretty cool....and would give a better idea of what you are talking about.
  21. MIL-TFP-41
    Indicators are tricky. In order to spin one correctly you must have a strobe light (a old school florescent light will work when it gets old and starts flickering). Then ramp up the RPM's till the strobe is timed perfect and the needle on the indicator is steady at zero.
  22. MIL-TFP-41
    You should be safe there. I don't think the holder let go until it hit right around 12,500. That's a 500 RPM safety margin.
  23. MIL-TFP-41
    just doesn't work. Thought I would share.
  24. MIL-TFP-41
    I know that guy....His reputation lives to this day. 8 clamps (4 down each side) on a 8" kurt vise. I wish I had pics of it......
  25. MIL-TFP-41
    I believe our post is direct from Mastercam. Works well. Is it going to have the Siemens controller? I just HATE the noise and the mess from the machine. Its much worse than our regular 2-3 axis waterjet.

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