This version includes quite a bit of fluff, gcode comments, to document the file. It is the responsibility of the user to make sure these files generate code that is compliant with their machines. Aspire is way overkill for a laser, but this post processor will work for all the vectric products including. All the rotary, please select this one postprocessor. What post processor do i use for vectric programs aspire, vcarve, cut 2d, cut 3d, photovcarve. Anyone know where i can get a mach 3 post processor or help creating one for vectric aspire. Guide to editing a vectric post processor v1 engineering. I was using aspire with mach 3 on a different machine, and had to change it to. Kris, i carved the wedding sign with vcarve as an example. If anyone is interested in them send me a message and i will happily send a copy. However the vast majority of controls have fairly simple formatting requirements, and therefore delcam supply a configurable post processor which can be used by customers or agents to create a post processor to support their control.
Post processor for aspire with picconvert picengrave forum. Hello friends this is sourbh, i just wants to share the post processor for the cnc millinglathe and wire edm which base is mach 3 controller and the configuration in. Nov 22, 2016 i have been using the mach 3 plasma post processor and it works amazing. The vectric post processor uses simple text based configuration files, to enable the user to tailor a configuration file, should they wish to do so. I donate this version of an aspire post processor to the cause. In a few simple steps of code, i now have a beautiful operating post processor with atc running with aspire. Auto limitoverride left is set on so when a limit switch is tripped, the. Mach3 allows you to implement a procedure for implementing pallet shuttle using macros. After you open the save toolpath form using its icon, there is a pulldown list with all the post processors currently stored in the postp folder in the application data folder on your computer. Camaster vectric post processors camheads cnc router.
Nov 26, 2006 the screenshot below is the post processor that i made colorredswitchers new post. Mach3, mach4 and alternatives to lazycam wood designer. Vectric laser post processor j tech photonics, inc. In sheetcam, select the options menu item, then machine options. Cnc software resources laguna is proud to have several software providers compatible with our cnc machines. It will fix the problem and you will be able to use mach3. Aspire is the flagship product of the vectric line. Aspire is built on the same platform as vectrics vcarve pro software, sharing the intuitive interface and ease of use for production design and routing. I have been testing them the last week running some pretty long jobs and i believe i have ironed out the minor kinks in them. Here you will be able to access our library of gadgets for vcarve pro and aspire, you can also find information on developing your own gadgets to help automate your work. Start the program and use file open application data folder. I will detail how i created a basic mach3 e1p1 style post processor for my vectric aspire cam program. The following is the list of post processors that will work with mecsoft cadcam software products.
A professional application to deal with the cam operations for 2d and 3d models, vectric aspire 9. Photos from mach3 setups for cnc mach3 mill offsets alt5 screen. If you own vectric aspire, everything you need to know to add atc to any post processor is in the help files that are included with aspire. Aspire post processor software firmware v1 engineering forum. The screenshot below is the post processor that i made colorredswitchers new post. You can import 2d and 3d files or create your designs right in the software. Hello, i am looking to convert the cl data for use in a mach 3 controller. In addition to the powerful drawing and production routing tools of vcarve pro, aspire also has tools to let you transform 2d sketches, photos, drawing and digital artwork into. The post processor is the section of the program that converts the xyz coordinates for the tool moves into a format that is suitable for a particular router or machine tool. Tutorial for downloading and installing the correct post processor for aspire, vcarve and other vectric software when using the wincnc. The purpose of this tutorial is to help and to guide the user to, step by step, set up and tune the mach3 cnc controller application for use on a basic 3 axis milling machine. Documented new post processor features for aspire v2. Ok, so i ordered the 750 xcarve with vectric desktop software. Post processor for aspire with picconvert post by picengraver.
Mach3 allows you to implement a procedure for implementing automatic tool changes using macros or to change the tools by hand when required. Mach 4 post thanks achim that is the info i need i have a local mach3 post that i have modified as per info fornd on this site, and that works fine with mach3, but as i have a dodgy motion card i am repacling it with a smooth stepper that wil run mach 4 so i wil give it a go and maybe get the licence after checking out demo. What post processor do i use for vectric programs aspire. If you are just getting started with mach, seriously consider using mach4 and not mach3. Thought to update you that we havent heard back from the client. Always check the produced code before running it on a real machine. Once downloaded, you will need to install the post processor into your vectric program. Scroll down this list, find and select the correct post processor for your machine. Mach4 comes in different levels, for the hobbyist again, up to the larger professsional workshop running their cnc day in, day out.
Supported post processors list fabrication products. Mazatrol version of mazak controller with option enhancements by asp. Microsystems world cnc pc based cnc controller wincnc. Youtube videos mach 3 cnc control software tutorial 4 inputs starting at 10. Where do i look to find the post processors folder on my pc. To get started you have a few options, by default all tutorial videos are displayed in the recommended order, this will help you understand all of the features within the software, however we appreciate that you may only be using vectric software to accomplish a specific type of job, like sign making for instance. These are user written post processors that have been made available to the community.
Siemens 808828 ordinary triaxial and siemens 808828 atc machines. In this video i show you how to shorten the post processor list in aspire this also works in vcarve pro. Mach 3 is a very popular software package for cnc machines that enables motion control on a normal computer via a parallel port without the need for fancy extra controller boards running motion control applications. And it will be the only one on the dropdown list, every time you go to use vcarve. Aspire vectric tutorial making a 3d relief duration. The post processor drop down menu has many post processors to choose from. Post processor formats and rules vary between manufacturers, but the general procedure of creating a custom one is basically the same. Github x3msnakeouplancncvectricaspirepostprocessor. Aspires powerful 3d sculpting tools provide total flexibility when modifying designs. The mach3 or mach4 software interprets a gcode file that you supply to it, and converts each gcode movement into highlevel commands, which are sent to the smoothstepper. Mach3 vectric post processor arcs move with manual tools change. Aspire vectric laser post processor was created by askjerry i wanted to experiment with using a laser on my small cnc machine. I am new to mpcnc and i have my build almost completed.
We recommend watching this video tutorial from joe p. Setting up your endurance laser using mach3 proceed with a fast and secure checkout. Artsoft usa does not guarantee these files are appropriate for any machine. They are also willing to work with me on producing a file that works. For a customer of my that it has acquired aspire, i have developed and. I want to use my crossfire for simple metal home and yard decorations so i really dont need or want to learn fusion 360.
Which post processor xcarve inventables community forum. Aspire is a complete software solution for your cnc router. Setting up your endurance laser with mach3 endurancelasers. The reason i have asked these questions is that i have a borrowed copy of artcam pro and the post processor file from artcam is different then the file from aspire. Check out the cnc web related web configuration at omni cnc. I have talked to tony and a technical person from aspire.
Contact us call or email if you have any questions about arclight dynamics cnc systems or other products. When i save my gcode to file i am given the option of saving it into many flavors. I use aspire, but have never heard of or seen this capability within vectric software. For our example, we will add a toolchange section to this post processor. It can do all the basic machining operations as well as advanced 3d surface machining and wrapped rotary machining. The vectric manual has full details of selecting and using different post processors.
Use the menu below to choose the post for the version of bobcadcam software you have, and the machine controller you want to post to. With any cnc router, you have three main steps to creating a project. Aspire is way overkill for a laser, but this post processor will work for all the vectric products including the more affordable cut2d which is perfect for a laser. Make your own vcarveaspire cnc post processor for dust. Standard post means the following can be set up in the post processor. Special thanks to bruno silva test part modelling and code testing. Most cam vendors will produce a guide for the post processor format. Mar 18, 2016 in this video i show you how to shorten the post processor list in aspire this also works in vcarve pro. These are the current post processors, along with their file names and default file extensions, supported within our software. Vcarveaspire post processor axiom ar8 pro axiom forum. Select the postp folder to find the post processors. Bear in mind that some post processors can be used across multiple machines, such as the d6 post, which can be used across a range of creonic based controllers such as koike hypertherm edge lockformer vulcan techserv controllers file name post processor default file. So in vectric do you have a post processor for mach3.
Vectric aspire post processor for so3 the shapeoko forum. I was using aspire with mach 3 on a different machine, and had to change it toemco vmc atc mm. Hah, i was just going to start a new topic to post my vcarve aspire post processing tips, but you beat me to it. Aspire provides a powerful but intuitive software solution for creating and cutting parts on a cnc router. Aspire post processor software v1 engineering forum. A post processor file is a file that translates camduct machine control commands into a format that can be understood by a particular cutting machine controller. Chinese cnc 6040 post just purchased a 6040 cnc china zone and i am having difficulty with the post processor. This article is part of cnccookbooks gcode tutorial. Does anyone know which one i should use to send it to the. Addingdeletingmodifying post processors in vcarve youtube.
The basic concept is that you set up a tool in v carve pro or other vectric software that has the laser parameters to it the spot size is the drill bit width. Bobcadcam provides free post processors to all of its. Mach 3 post processor the only difference is aspire has a rapid positioningg00 and a cancel motion modeg80 plus the way it is lade out, still works fine ever way for me using aspire or fusion these are gcodes that are run weekly from aspire and fusion i have never had a problem, that was not my fault. To use your vectric software with easel, download the post processor from easel by going to import gcode vectric vcarve, aspire, cut2d. Mach3 tutorial setting up a basic three axis milling machine. There are tools for 2d design and calculation of 2d toolpaths such as profiling, pocketing, and drilling as well as 2. Download and install this path if your mach3 has stopped working after windows did an update. How to add easel as a post processor in vectric, aspire. This is the best of the best for creating beautiful 3d art and signs with your millright cnc machine. They can be used to add new features to the software or.
Find the omni cnc support and download the post processor for vectric here. Vectric post processor software langmuir systems forum. For bobcadcam to effectively run your cnc machine, choose the proper post. Gadgets are small programs that add additional functionality to vcarve pro and aspire. Supported post processors list fabrication products 2017. Tutorialstagged endurance lasers with mach3, how to use mach 3. I have a larger cnc machine which i made and uses regular stepper drivers and mach3 to create and print my files. For example mach 3 control software uses parentheses as comment. Vcarve pro post processor inventables community forum. Im starting to move my development to free software im still using an old varicad licence for modelling and as im about to start using a mach3 controlled cnc mill owned by a friend, id like to spare me the pain to need a windows machine or an vm or wine to get the most common estlcam running as my cam tool. My problem is that i had vectric aspire and mach3 on my. Linuxcnc and vectric aspire the hobbyists machine shop. There are a couple issues i have identified that may need attention. Solidcammach3post a solidcam postprocessor for mach3, supporting 4x and 5x operations.
Thanks for the quick reply, however, the only post processors in aspire v. This post processor will work with all of the vectric products including cut2d, v carve, and aspire. If you want the xcarve post process files to be the only ones to show up in your options, from vcarve aspire, go to fileopen application data folder, and then drop the. But, i cant find the post processor for the e3 there are lots of other target cnc machine post processors in the postp folder. To use post processor from the list, download the post a. I am running windows 7 on the computer with mach 3 for the sherline spectralight. Cnc machine post processors cadcam software bobcadcam. Post processors list fabrication products autodesk. Oct 10, 2016 ok, so i ordered the 750 xcarve with vectric desktop software. The big differences in post processors is with tool changing, start job, and end job as you noticed. How can i find the correct post processor for my machine tool. About artcam postprocessor blue elephant cnc machine. Select the software youre looking for or scroll through each option below. The post processor controls the format of the gcode produced by bobcadcam.
So instead of a long list of post processors, you could have just the one custom post, that way its one less thing to deal with. Free cadcam postprocessor downloads mecsoft corporation. There will also be a copy of this post processor in our facebook. Cam software has to take geometry from a cad model and convert it to gcode. Jan 25, 2016 this post processor will work with all of the vectric products including cut2d, v carve, and aspire. Jan 24, 2018 addingdeletingmodifying post processors in vcarve. Standard post processors can be modified and created by support for currently supported versions, click here to find out what versions are still supported, at the request of a customer with a current support subscription. Hi, i am using the trial version of vectric vcarve, it will let you generate toolpaths for a few predefined projects.
In this video well show how to create custom vectric vcarve, aspire, cut2d, cut3d post processors to use the various output relays on cnc. Dec 12, 2017 mach3 and mach4 are pc based software solutions for generating the gcode to run your cnc machine. I removed it and then found that there is also helical moves added which v6 doesnt like. This will open a new window showing all the programs support folders. Well i finally finished the post processor for aspire and they both work pretty well. Mach3 m codes mcode meaning m0 program stop m1 optional program stop m3 mach3 mill g code list mach3 cnc mach3 is a software package which runs on a pc and turns it into a very powerful and economical machine controller.
This simplifies the interface boards and allows for many manufacturers to make custom widgets. This document details how to create and edit the configuration files that customize the output from. The mach3 controller post processor for various cnc. Photos from mach3 setups for cnc mach3 mill settings alt6. These packages may or may not have a machspecific post included. First, make a safe copy of the post processor that you are customising. There will also be a copy of this post processor in our facebook group page under the files section. The thought being that i could engrave some text using vectors, then cut out the part with a conventional endmill.
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