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1.01.01.01.01.0 Getting StarGetting StarGetting StarGetting StarGetting Startedtedtedtedted

Introduction....................................................................................................................... 3

2.02.02.02.02.0 MenMenMenMenMenu Descriptionsu Descriptionsu Descriptionsu Descriptionsu Descriptions

2.1 File Menu............................................................................................................ 72.2 Switch Menu ..................................................................................................... 122.3 Edit Menu ......................................................................................................... 132.4 Draw Menu ....................................................................................................... 152.5 View Menu........................................................................................................ 162.6 Options Menu ................................................................................................... 172.7 Utilities Menu .................................................................................................... 222.8 Help Menu ........................................................................................................ 26

3.03.03.03.03.0 Configuration and SetupConfiguration and SetupConfiguration and SetupConfiguration and SetupConfiguration and SetupMetal Turning Example3.1 Drawing Title Block ........................................................................................... 273.2 Post Processor Setup....................................................................................... 273.3 Setting Tool Geometry ..................................................................................... 283.4 Setting Tool Change Sequence ....................................................................... 293.5 Saving Parameters to a Setup File ................................................................... 29

Wood Turning Example3.6 Drawing Title Block ........................................................................................... 303.7 Post Processor Setup....................................................................................... 303.8 Setting Tool Geometry ..................................................................................... 313.9 Setting Tool Change Sequence ....................................................................... 323.10 Saving Parameters to a Setup File ................................................................... 32

4.04.04.04.04.0 TTTTTutorialsutorialsutorialsutorialsutorials4.1 Metal Turning Example Tutorial ........................................................................ 334.2 Wood Turning Example Tutorial ....................................................................... 41

5.05.05.05.05.0 AppendixAppendixAppendixAppendixAppendix5.1 Keyboard Scan Codes ..................................................................................... 47

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Thank you for purchasing the MultiCAM Lathe Computer Aided

Manufacturing software. This is an installation and command

reference manual.

MinimMinimMinimMinimMinimum System Requirementsum System Requirementsum System Requirementsum System Requirementsum System RequirementsAn IBM PC XT/AT or 100% compatible

MS-DOS or PC-DOS version 3.1 or later.

An EGA or VGA monitor and display adaptor.

A Microsoft compatible mouse.

Installing MultiCAM Lathe on a HarInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a HarInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a HarInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a HarInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a Hard Diskd Diskd Diskd Diskd Disk

With the computer turned on and at the C:\> prompt, do the

following:

1. Put the MultiCAM Lathe diskette in drive A:

2. Type:

A:

3. At the A:\> prompt, type:

INSTALL

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Figure 1.1.1 Figure 1.1.1 Figure 1.1.1 Figure 1.1.1 Figure 1.1.1 Security Key

Installing MultiCAM Lathe on a FloppInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a FloppInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a FloppInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a FloppInstalling MultiCAM Lathe on a Floppy Disk.y Disk.y Disk.y Disk.y Disk.While a hard drive is recommended; it is possible to operate

MultiCAM Lathe from a floppy disk. You will need a high density

disk drive; a 1.2Meg 5.25" or a 1.44 Meg 3.5" will do. To prepare

a bootable disk perform the following:

1. Format a blank 1.2 Meg or 1.44 Meg disk using the /S

option as follows:

Format a: /s

2. Copy the COMMAND.COM and the MOUSE.COM files

from your dos diskette to this new disk.

3. Copy all files from the supplied disk(s) to the new disk.

4. Insert the new disk and reboot by pressing the

<CTRL><ALT><DELETE> keys simultaneously. You

Should see the design screen illustrated in Figure 1.1.2Figure 1.1.2Figure 1.1.2Figure 1.1.2Figure 1.1.2.

Study the items shown on the screen.

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Install the security key (see Figure 1.1.1) on a parallel port onthe computer. It can be attached to either LPT1, LPT2, or LPT3.Tighten the screws with a small screwdriver.

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At the DOS prompt (C:\>), Type the following:**Important: Multicam Lathe will not run properly in a DOS**Important: Multicam Lathe will not run properly in a DOS**Important: Multicam Lathe will not run properly in a DOS**Important: Multicam Lathe will not run properly in a DOS**Important: Multicam Lathe will not run properly in a DOSshell under Windows. Exit Windows before running.**shell under Windows. Exit Windows before running.**shell under Windows. Exit Windows before running.**shell under Windows. Exit Windows before running.**shell under Windows. Exit Windows before running.**

CD\LCAM <ENTER>

MOUSE <ENTER>

LCAM <ENTER>

This will start the MultiCAM Lathe software.

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MultiCAM Lathe Design ScreenMultiCAM Lathe Design ScreenMultiCAM Lathe Design ScreenMultiCAM Lathe Design ScreenMultiCAM Lathe Design ScreenVisual Grid LinesVisual Grid LinesVisual Grid LinesVisual Grid LinesVisual Grid Lines

(0,0) Origin(0,0) Origin(0,0) Origin(0,0) Origin(0,0) OriginReference MarkerReference MarkerReference MarkerReference MarkerReference Marker

Start Point MarkerStart Point MarkerStart Point MarkerStart Point MarkerStart Point Marker

Observe the top line of the screen in Figure 1.1.2.Figure 1.1.2.Figure 1.1.2.Figure 1.1.2.Figure 1.1.2. Each wordis a heading for a pull-down menu. The pull-down menu willappear when the heading is selected by the mouse or key-board.Pull-down Menu Headings Drawing Name Tool Starting Position

Number of entities Current Zoom Level Position countersin design

To access a pull-down menu, use the mouse to position thearrow on top of a pull-down menu heading and click the leftmouse button. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard toaccess a pull-down menu by pressing <ALT> and the first letterof a heading.

Once the menu is in view, you can select any of its options bypositioning the arrow on the option and clicking the mousebutton.

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Selecting the File Menu produces the list of options shown inFigure 2.1.Figure 2.1.Figure 2.1.Figure 2.1.Figure 2.1.. Some of the selections have Hot Keys Hot Keys Hot Keys Hot Keys Hot Keys associatedwith them. Hot keys allow access to a command quicklythrough the keyboard and they are indicated to the right of theselection. For example, the Hot key used to load a drawing is<CTRL>-L which means holding down the Ctrl key and press-ing L simultaneously.

The letters in reverse or other color than the rest of the optiontext are called QuickSelectQuickSelectQuickSelectQuickSelectQuickSelect keys. These allow access to acommand only while the pull-down menu is displayed.

File-NewFile-NewFile-NewFile-NewFile-NewClears the design in memory and establishes the defaults for anew drawing. Select PROFILE DESIGN if you want to designa part profile or TOOL PATH if you want to draw a tool path. SeeFigure 2.1.1.Figure 2.1.1.Figure 2.1.1.Figure 2.1.1.Figure 2.1.1.

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File-LoadFile-LoadFile-LoadFile-LoadFile-LoadDisplays the dialog window shown in Figure 2.1.2.Figure 2.1.2.Figure 2.1.2.Figure 2.1.2.Figure 2.1.2. whichdisplays all designs in the current directory. Just double clickon the file name to load it.

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File-Revert to SavedFile-Revert to SavedFile-Revert to SavedFile-Revert to SavedFile-Revert to SavedReloads the last saved version of the current drawing.

File-Import DXF FileFile-Import DXF FileFile-Import DXF FileFile-Import DXF FileFile-Import DXF FileReads in a DXF “drawing exchange file” created with AutoCAD®

or other drafting program and coverts it to MultiCAM LatheTM

format in memory. A dialog window will appear on the screen(see Figure 2.1.3Figure 2.1.3Figure 2.1.3Figure 2.1.3Figure 2.1.3) allowing you to select the desired DXF fileusing the mouse or keyboard. Refer to the Edit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileEdit-Move Profilecommand to align the profile if necessary. Importing a DXF fileallows you to use drawings originally created with other CADsoftware without having to draw it from scratch. Lines or arcsthat are not related to the profile of the part design such as auto-dimensioning lines may need to be deleted after importing thedrawing.

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File-SaveFile-SaveFile-SaveFile-SaveFile-SaveQuickly saves the current design to disk. If the design is a newone this command allows you to enter the name of the design.The Extension .CDL is automatically assigned.

File-Save as...File-Save as...File-Save as...File-Save as...File-Save as...Allows saving a design to a new file name or disk/directory.Displays the dialog in Figure 2.1.4 Figure 2.1.4 Figure 2.1.4 Figure 2.1.4 Figure 2.1.4 to select the disk/direc-tory. The Extension .CDL is automatically assigned.



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File-DeleteFile-DeleteFile-DeleteFile-DeleteFile-DeleteDeletes an existing part program from the disk. The CAD FileCAD FileCAD FileCAD FileCAD FileSelector Selector Selector Selector Selector dialog window appears and allows the user tochoose a part program in the current directory. Use theDir/DrivesDir/DrivesDir/DrivesDir/DrivesDir/Drives box to change to other drives and directories.Choose the OK box when the correct filename appears in theFile name box. See Figure 2.1.1See Figure 2.1.1See Figure 2.1.1See Figure 2.1.1See Figure 2.1.1

File-Print PictureFile-Print PictureFile-Print PictureFile-Print PictureFile-Print PicturePrints the current graphics screen on the printer specified in thePRINTER OPTIONS dialog window.

File-Save PictureFile-Save PictureFile-Save PictureFile-Save PictureFile-Save PictureSaves the current graphics screen to a CAMPICnn.PCX filewhere nn is an integer from 01 to 99 and is incremented by 1each time this option is selected. The file is saved to the currentdirectory.

File-View PictureFile-View PictureFile-View PictureFile-View PictureFile-View PictureDisplays a previously saved picture on the screen. The PCXFile Selector dialog window allows the user to choose thepicture to be viewed from the current directory. Use the Dir/Dir/Dir/Dir/Dir/DrivesDrivesDrivesDrivesDrives box to change to other drives and directories. Choosethe OK button when the correct filename appears in the Filename box. See Figure 2.1.4.Figure 2.1.4.Figure 2.1.4.Figure 2.1.4.Figure 2.1.4.




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File-Dos ShellFile-Dos ShellFile-Dos ShellFile-Dos ShellFile-Dos ShellTemporarily exits to DOS and allowing you to execute mostDOS commands. Type EXIT at the DOS prompt to return toMultiCAM Lathe.

File-ExitFile-ExitFile-ExitFile-ExitFile-ExitExits MultiCAM Lathe software and returns control to DOS.

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The Switch Menu shown in Figure 2.2 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.2 provides quick accessto Manufacturing and CNC file editing software.

Switch-To MK EditorSwitch-To MK EditorSwitch-To MK EditorSwitch-To MK EditorSwitch-To MK EditorExits the MultiCAM Lathe program and initiates the MK editor.Thisis a full text editor used to create and edit part programs. (Referto MK Editor Manual for more information).

Switch-To TurnMaster Switch-To TurnMaster Switch-To TurnMaster Switch-To TurnMaster Switch-To TurnMaster TMTMTMTMTM

Exits the MultiCAM Lathe program and initiates the TurnMasterprogram. This is the full function G-code Machining andsimulation software. (Refer to the TurnMaster manual for moreinformation).

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The Edit Menu shown in Figure 2.3Figure 2.3Figure 2.3Figure 2.3Figure 2.3 provides access to func-tions that alter or modify a design. All of theses selections haveHot Keys Hot Keys Hot Keys Hot Keys Hot Keys associated with them. Hot keys allow access to acommand quickly through the keyboard and they are indicatedto the right of the selection. For example, the Hot key used toundo a line just drawn is the Escape or <Esc> key.

The letters in reverse or other color than the rest of the optiontext are called QuickSelectQuickSelectQuickSelectQuickSelectQuickSelect keys. These allow access to acommand while the pull-down menu is displayed.

Edit-UndoEdit-UndoEdit-UndoEdit-UndoEdit-UndoErases the last line or arc drawn or reverses the last functionperformed. If the last operation was an undo then selectingundo again will return the drawing to the status it was in beforethe first undo.

Edit-DeleteEdit-DeleteEdit-DeleteEdit-DeleteEdit-DeleteErases a Line or an Arc. Select this menu option then positionthe mouse pointer near the line or arc and click.

Edit-CopyEdit-CopyEdit-CopyEdit-CopyEdit-CopyCopies a profile into the Paste Buffer .

1. Select this command then position the START MARKER tothe beginning of the segment and click the right mousebutton or press the <INSERT> key on the keyboard.

2. Point to the segment desired and click the right mousebutton.

Edit-PasteEdit-PasteEdit-PasteEdit-PasteEdit-PasteCopies the Paste Buffer to the current START MARKER. TheStart Marker automatically advances to the next copy positionfor quick repeat paste commands.

Edit-Flip ArcEdit-Flip ArcEdit-Flip ArcEdit-Flip ArcEdit-Flip ArcQuickly changes between concave and convex arcs. Selectthis command then position the arrow next to the arc you wantto change and click the left mouse button.

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Edit-Reverse Arc DirEdit-Reverse Arc DirEdit-Reverse Arc DirEdit-Reverse Arc DirEdit-Reverse Arc DirQuickly changes between clockwise and counterclockwisearcs. Select this command then position the arrow next to thearc you want to change and click the left mouse button.

Edit-Join End PointsEdit-Join End PointsEdit-Join End PointsEdit-Join End PointsEdit-Join End PointsConnects two end points of lines or arcs with a straight line.Select this command then position the arrow pointer betweenthe end points you wish to join and click the left mouse button.

Edit-Move End-PointEdit-Move End-PointEdit-Move End-PointEdit-Move End-PointEdit-Move End-PointAllows the user to relocate one or more end-points in the profileto another location thereby stretching, adjusting the taper angleor eliminating a segment.

Edit-Break SegmentEdit-Break SegmentEdit-Break SegmentEdit-Break SegmentEdit-Break SegmentSplits one segment in two at the location you specify maintain-ing the same radius or taper angle for both new segments.

Edit-Change RadiusEdit-Change RadiusEdit-Change RadiusEdit-Change RadiusEdit-Change RadiusAllows the user to specify the exact radius for an arc. Select thiscommand then position the arrow next to the arc you want tochange and click the left mouse button.

Edit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileEdit-Move ProfileAllows repositioning the complete design relative to the origin.Position the START MARKER at the desired destination pointthen position the arrow on a point on the design profile youwould like to be positioned at the START MARKER then clickthe left mouse button.

Edit-Enter PositionEdit-Enter PositionEdit-Enter PositionEdit-Enter PositionEdit-Enter PositionAllows the user to position the cursor at an exact position byentering the coordinates on the keyboard. Select this com-mand and type the Z Z Z Z Z and X X X X X coordinates in the dialog window ofthe location. Press the <ENTER> key NOTNOTNOTNOTNOT the mouse button.The Arrow will be positioned precisely at the desired coordi-nates. You should use the keyboard <enter> key to finish asegment you are drawing or <INSERT> key to reposition thestart marker.

Edit-Segment InfoEdit-Segment InfoEdit-Segment InfoEdit-Segment InfoEdit-Segment InfoDisplays the numeric information of a segment.

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The Draw Menu is used to select the drawing mode using aline or an arc. It is convenient to use the keyboard hot keys<A> and <L> to quickly select between the two drawingmodes.

Draw-LineDraw-LineDraw-LineDraw-LineDraw-LineSelects the straight line pen mode for drawing vertical, horizon-tal, and tapered lines at any angle. Note the selection checkmark on the left of the word, Line, in Figure 2.4Figure 2.4Figure 2.4Figure 2.4Figure 2.4. This markindicates that the line mode is currently selected. To draw a line,just reposition the START MARKER if necessary, position thearrow (end marker) at the end of the line, and click the leftmouse button.

Draw-ArcDraw-ArcDraw-ArcDraw-ArcDraw-ArcSelects the Arc Drawing mode. For drawing concave andconvex arcs, all you need to do is indicate the start point, theend point and a point on the arc.

1. Position the start point and press the right mousebutton to relocate the START MARKER.

2. Position the arrow to the end point and click theleft mouse button.

3. Position the arrow to a point that the arc passesthrough and click.

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The View MenuView MenuView MenuView MenuView Menu allows you to change the way you see thedesign. See Figure 2.5.Figure 2.5.Figure 2.5.Figure 2.5.Figure 2.5.

View-RedrawView-RedrawView-RedrawView-RedrawView-RedrawRegenerates the graphics at the same zoom level. This clearsany roughing cuts displayed.

View-CenterView-CenterView-CenterView-CenterView-CenterCenters the display around the START MARKER.

View-Zoom InView-Zoom InView-Zoom InView-Zoom InView-Zoom InMagnifies the area around the START MARKER.

View-Zoom OutView-Zoom OutView-Zoom OutView-Zoom OutView-Zoom OutCondenses the area around the START MARKER.

View-Full viewView-Full viewView-Full viewView-Full viewView-Full viewZooms in or out as necessary and centers the part on thescreen.

View-Profile MirroringView-Profile MirroringView-Profile MirroringView-Profile MirroringView-Profile MirroringEnables/disables mirroring on top half of part.

View-Show Part TemplateView-Show Part TemplateView-Show Part TemplateView-Show Part TemplateView-Show Part TemplateEnables/disables the part template under the design.

View-Show End MarkersView-Show End MarkersView-Show End MarkersView-Show End MarkersView-Show End MarkersEnables/disables the display of segment end markers, thisvisually indicates the begining and end points of all segments.

View-Surface Transition LinesView-Surface Transition LinesView-Surface Transition LinesView-Surface Transition LinesView-Surface Transition LinesEnables/disables the surface transition lines which provide arealistic view of the finished part.

View-Toggle ColorView-Toggle ColorView-Toggle ColorView-Toggle ColorView-Toggle ColorToggles between Color and Black & White. For best results,change to B&W just before a screen dump.

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The Options menu is used for configuring the system, settingup Metric or Inch programming, specifying printer type and portselection and setting up machine parameters. The Optionsmenu also allows changing the colors for all the individualfunctional areas of the system. See Figure 2.6.Figure 2.6.Figure 2.6.Figure 2.6.Figure 2.6.

Options-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockAllows you to enter the drawing Title, designer Name, Revision,Date, material used, part length, part diameter, and to specifymm or Inch units of measure. See Figure 2.6.1.Figure 2.6.1.Figure 2.6.1.Figure 2.6.1.Figure 2.6.1.

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Options-Grid SelectionsOptions-Grid SelectionsOptions-Grid SelectionsOptions-Grid SelectionsOptions-Grid SelectionsAllows the user to select a Visual Grid size, a Cursor Grid sizeand to individually enable or disable each. See Figure 2.6.2.Figure 2.6.2.Figure 2.6.2.Figure 2.6.2.Figure 2.6.2.

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Options-Printer optionsOptions-Printer optionsOptions-Printer optionsOptions-Printer optionsOptions-Printer optionsAllows selection of LPT1, LPT2, or LPT3 for the printer port andthe type of printer (Epson/IBM) or LaserJet. See Figure 2.6.3Figure 2.6.3Figure 2.6.3Figure 2.6.3Figure 2.6.3.

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Options-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultStores all the current settings to the default configuration file.All the options as set will be stored on disk and will be in effectupon first executing MultiCAM Lathe or upon starting a newdrawing by selecting File-NewFile-NewFile-NewFile-NewFile-New.

Options-Revert to Saved DefaultsOptions-Revert to Saved DefaultsOptions-Revert to Saved DefaultsOptions-Revert to Saved DefaultsOptions-Revert to Saved DefaultsClears current settings and restores the defaults from disk.

Options-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupAllows the user to load a setup file. A setup file has a .LSUfilename extension and configures MultiCAM Lathe with thesetup parameters in the file. This allows the user to quicklychange between different setups.See Figure 2.6.4.Figure 2.6.4.Figure 2.6.4.Figure 2.6.4.Figure 2.6.4.

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Options-Save SetupOptions-Save SetupOptions-Save SetupOptions-Save SetupOptions-Save SetupSaves the current setup parameters to the current setup file.

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Options-Save AsOptions-Save AsOptions-Save AsOptions-Save AsOptions-Save AsAllows the user to save the current setup parameters into asetup file. See Figure 2.6.5.Figure 2.6.5.Figure 2.6.5.Figure 2.6.5.Figure 2.6.5.

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Options-Drawing Area ColorsOptions-Drawing Area ColorsOptions-Drawing Area ColorsOptions-Drawing Area ColorsOptions-Drawing Area ColorsAllows selection of colors for the design area. This includes thepart fill color, the background color, the draw pen color, theroughing cuts color etc.. See Figure 2.6.6Figure 2.6.6Figure 2.6.6Figure 2.6.6Figure 2.6.6.

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Options-Menu & Window ColorsOptions-Menu & Window ColorsOptions-Menu & Window ColorsOptions-Menu & Window ColorsOptions-Menu & Window ColorsAllows selection of Menu and Text colors for the pull-downmenu’s and the Dialog windows. See Figure 2.6.7.Figure 2.6.7.Figure 2.6.7.Figure 2.6.7.Figure 2.6.7.

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The Utilities menu contains functions to verify the designgeometry, display the Roughing cuts, generate the CNC G-code file, browse through the G-code file and display the startand end coordinates of a segment. See Figure 2.7Figure 2.7Figure 2.7Figure 2.7Figure 2.7.

Utilities-Post-processor SetupUtilities-Post-processor SetupUtilities-Post-processor SetupUtilities-Post-processor SetupUtilities-Post-processor SetupAllows you to change the way CNC code is generated. Thisdialog window permits you to enter the absolute starting pointsfor the X and the Z axes, the Cut Depth and the Feed Rate. Thepath to another disk or subdirectory can be entered, thispermits the post-processor to output the CNC files directly toyour G-code interpreter subdirectory or disk.See Figure 2.7.1.Figure 2.7.1.Figure 2.7.1.Figure 2.7.1.Figure 2.7.1.

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Utilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersAllows setting the starting, ending and tip width of all the tools.See Figure 2.7.2.Figure 2.7.2.Figure 2.7.2.Figure 2.7.2.Figure 2.7.2.

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Utilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceAllows setting the availability of tools and order of tool selectionin the final CNC file. The selected tool can be moved up anddown the list by clicking on the Promote and Demote boxes.Select Tool Available so it can be considered by the post-processor. See Figure 2.7.3.Figure 2.7.3.Figure 2.7.3.Figure 2.7.3.Figure 2.7.3.

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Utilities-Verify DesignUtilities-Verify DesignUtilities-Verify DesignUtilities-Verify DesignUtilities-Verify DesignChecks the geometry, verifies that the profile of the part iscontinuous and that end points of the profile are outside the partperimeter. It also confirms that there are no errors in the toolpath file generated or displays the error(s) with the coordinatesfor user investigation.

Utilities-Create Tool PathUtilities-Create Tool PathUtilities-Create Tool PathUtilities-Create Tool PathUtilities-Create Tool PathWrites to disk the unprocessed tool path coordinate data andreadies the post-processor for generating G-codes.

Utilities-Make CNC FileUtilities-Make CNC FileUtilities-Make CNC FileUtilities-Make CNC FileUtilities-Make CNC FileGenerates the G-code file for use with TurnMaster CNCMachining and simulation software.

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Utilities-Browse CNC FileUtilities-Browse CNC FileUtilities-Browse CNC FileUtilities-Browse CNC FileUtilities-Browse CNC FileAllows you to view a CNC file on screen. This provides a quicklook at the code generated without having to exit the program.See Figure 2.7.4.Figure 2.7.4.Figure 2.7.4.Figure 2.7.4.Figure 2.7.4.

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The Help Menu contains selections that allows the user to viewthe help dialog box, identify the revision of the software, andview the current amount of memory being used.See Figure 2.8Figure 2.8Figure 2.8Figure 2.8Figure 2.8.

Help-View HelpHelp-View HelpHelp-View HelpHelp-View HelpHelp-View HelpThis will display a window of instructions on how to use themouse and the keyboard to use the functions of this software.The window has a vertical scroll bar on the right. Click on theupper arrow to go down and the Upper arrow to go up. Clickanywhere in the middle to close the dialog window.See Figure 2.8.1.Figure 2.8.1.Figure 2.8.1.Figure 2.8.1.Figure 2.8.1.

Help-Software RevisionHelp-Software RevisionHelp-Software RevisionHelp-Software RevisionHelp-Software RevisionThis will display the revision of the software that is currentlybeing used.

Help-Memory UsageHelp-Memory UsageHelp-Memory UsageHelp-Memory UsageHelp-Memory UsageThis will display the number of lines in the current part program,the amount of available part program memory, and the totalamount of conventional memory available.

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This section will show you how to configure MultiCAM Lathe.Follow the procedures carefully and you will quickly learnhow to use MultiCAM Lathe to design your own parts. Enterthe values as indicated below.

3.1 Drawing Title Block3.1 Drawing Title Block3.1 Drawing Title Block3.1 Drawing Title Block3.1 Drawing Title Block

1. Choose Options-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title Block with your mouseor <ALT>-O D from the keyboard. Enter EXAMPLE 1 forthe [Drawing Title] and your name in the [DesignerName] box. See Figure 3.1.Figure 3.1.Figure 3.1.Figure 3.1.Figure 3.1.

2. Leave the [Revision] as A and the [Date] is automaticallyentered from the system clock. Enter Brass in the[Material] box.

3. Enter 2.0000 for the part length and 1.0000 for the partdiameter.

4. Click on [ACCEPT].

3.2 Post-Processor Setup3.2 Post-Processor Setup3.2 Post-Processor Setup3.2 Post-Processor Setup3.2 Post-Processor Setup

1. Choose Utilities-Post Processor Setup with the mouse or<ALT>-U P from the keyboard. Enter the X and Zstarting and tool change position values. See FigureFigureFigureFigureFigure3.23.23.23.23.2. The starting position will be used in the G92statement when the part program is created. The toolwill be located at the tool start position every time a newtool is selected.

Enter X = 0.55 and Z = 0.05 for the [Starting Position]and X = 0.55 and Z = 0.5 for the [Tool Change]position.

2. Enter 0.02 in the [Cut Depth] box. This is the maximumcut depth limit of each roughing cut pass and enter 4 inthe [Feed Rate] box. This is a cutting rate of 4" perminute.

3. Leave the [Output CNC File To] box empty. This willsend the generated CNC file to the default path.

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4. Choose the chucking method. Select [Lathe Chuck] forthe tutorial.

5. Select [Automatic Comments].

6. Choose [Accept].

3.3 Setting Tool Geometry3.3 Setting Tool Geometry3.3 Setting Tool Geometry3.3 Setting Tool Geometry3.3 Setting Tool Geometry

This section will show you how to determine your toolgeometry and enter it in MultiCAM Lathe. Note: The defaulttool geometry values for Tools 1-4 are set for typical left andright hand, universal, and parting tools.

1. Determine the actual first and second angles of yourtools. See Figure 3.3.1Figure 3.3.1Figure 3.3.1Figure 3.3.1Figure 3.3.1.

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2. Choose Utilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry Parameters with themouse or press <ALT>-U G from the keyboard. SeeFigure 3.3.2.Figure 3.3.2.Figure 3.3.2.Figure 3.3.2.Figure 3.3.2.

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3. Enter the first and second angles and choose the cuttingdirections for the tool that is highlighted. The tip width isonly considered for the parting tool and should otherwisebe set to zero.

4. Highlight the next tool and repeated Step 3. Do this untilall of your tool parameters have been entered.

5. Choose [Accept].

3.4 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.4 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.4 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.4 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.4 Setting the Tool Change Sequence

1. Choose Utilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change Sequence with themouse or <ALT>-U then C from the keyboard. Using[Promote] and [Demote], put the tools in the order thatyou want MultiCAM Lathe to consider them. Set thesequence so that Tool #3 is on top with Tool #1 and Tool#2 second and third respectively. This is the defaultsetting.

3.5 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.5 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.5 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.5 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.5 Saving Parameters to a Setup File

1. Choose Options-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup As with the mouse or<ALT>-O A from the keyboard. See Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. EnterCUSTOMML in the File Name box. The .LSU extension isadded automatically.

2. Choose [OK].

3. Choose Options-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As Default with the mouse or<ALT>-O D from the keyboard. MultiCAM Lathe will beautomatically configured with these parameters atstartup.

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This section will show you how to configure MultiCAM Lathe.Follow the procedures carefully and you will quickly learnhow to use MultiCAM Lathe to design your own parts. Enterthe values as indicated below.

3.6 Drawing Title Block3.6 Drawing Title Block3.6 Drawing Title Block3.6 Drawing Title Block3.6 Drawing Title Block

1. Choose Options-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title BlockOptions-Drawing Title Block with your mouseor <ALT>-O D from the keyboard. Enter EXAMPLE 2 forthe [Drawing Title] and your name in the [DesignerName] box. See Figure 3.6.Figure 3.6.Figure 3.6.Figure 3.6.Figure 3.6.

2. Leave the [Revision] as A and the [Date] is automaticallyentered from the system clock. Enter Wood in the[Material] box.

3. Enter 6.0000 for the part length and 1.3000 for the partdiameter.

4. Click on [ACCEPT].

3.7 Post-Processor Setup3.7 Post-Processor Setup3.7 Post-Processor Setup3.7 Post-Processor Setup3.7 Post-Processor Setup

1. Choose Utilities-Post Processor Setup with the mouse or<ALT>-U and P from the keyboard. Enter the X and Zstarting and tool change position values. See Figure 3.7Figure 3.7Figure 3.7Figure 3.7Figure 3.7.The starting position will be used in the G92 statementwhen the part program is created. The tool will belocated at the tool change position every time a newcutting tool is selected.

Enter X = 0.75 and Z = 0 for the [Starting Position] andX = 0.75 and Z = 0 for the [Tool Change] position.

2. Enter 0.05 in the [Cut Depth] box. This is the maximumcut depth limit of each roughing cut pass and enter 9 inthe [Feed Rate] box. This is a cutting rate of 9" perminute.

3. Leave the [Output CNC File To] box empty. This willsend the generated CNC file to the default path.

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4. Choose the chucking method. Select [Between Centers]for the tutorial.

5. Select [Automatic Comments].

6. Choose [Accept].

3.8 Setting Tool Geometry3.8 Setting Tool Geometry3.8 Setting Tool Geometry3.8 Setting Tool Geometry3.8 Setting Tool Geometry

This section will show you how to determine your toolgeometry and enter it in MultiCAM Lathe. Note: The defaulttool geometry values for Tools 1-4 are set for typical left andright hand, universal, and parting tools.

1. Determine the actual first and second angles of yourtools. See Figure 3.8.1Figure 3.8.1Figure 3.8.1Figure 3.8.1Figure 3.8.1.

MACHINE FRONT

FIRST ANGLE

FIRST ANGLE

SECOND ANGLE

SECOND ANGLE

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2. Choose Utilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry ParametersUtilities-Tool Geometry Parameters with themouse or press <ALT>-U G from the keyboard. SeeFigure 3.8.2.Figure 3.8.2.Figure 3.8.2.Figure 3.8.2.Figure 3.8.2.

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3. Enter the first and second angles and choose the cuttingdirections for the tool that is highlighted. The tip width isonly considered for the parting tool and should otherwisebe set to zero.

4. Highlight the next tool and repeated Step 3. Do this untilall of your tool parameters have been entered.

5. Choose [Accept].

3.9 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.9 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.9 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.9 Setting the Tool Change Sequence3.9 Setting the Tool Change Sequence

1. Choose Utilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change SequenceUtilities-Tool Change Sequence with themouse or <ALT>-U then C from the keyboard. Using[Promote] and [Demote], put the tools in the order thatyou want MultiCAM Lathe to consider them. Set thesequence so that Tool #3 is on top with Tool #1 and Tool#2 second and third respectively. This is the defaultsetting.

3.10 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.10 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.10 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.10 Saving Parameters to a Setup File3.10 Saving Parameters to a Setup File

1. Choose Options-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup AsOptions-Save Setup As with the mouse or<ALT>-O A from the keyboard. See Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. Figure 2.6.5. EnterCUSTOMWD in the File Name box. The .LSU extension isadded automatically.

2. Choose [OK].

3. Choose Options-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As DefaultOptions-Save As Default with the mouse or<ALT>-O D from the keyboard. MultiCAM Lathe will beautomatically configured with these parameters atstartup.

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In this tutorial you will design and edit the part in FigureFigureFigureFigureFigure4.1.1.4.1.1.4.1.1.4.1.1.4.1.1. Before going ahead, you should first completeSection 3-Configuration and Setup (Metal TurningExample). This tutorial assumes that MultiCAM Lathe hasbeen properly installed (see Section 1- Getting Started) andis currently running on your computer.

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1. Choose Options-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load Setup with the mouse or<ALT>-O L from the keyboard. Select CHUCKED.LSUand then [OK]. This will reconfigure MultiCAM Lathewith the parameters entered in the previous section.The screen should now look like Figure 4.1.2.Figure 4.1.2.Figure 4.1.2.Figure 4.1.2.Figure 4.1.2.

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2. Select LINE drawing mode by pressing <L> on thekeyboard.

3. Locate the START POINT MARKER to X0.50 and Z0 bypositioning the mouse arrow and then pushing the rightmouse button (<RMB>).

4. Move the arrow to X0 and Z0 and click the left mousebutton (<LMB>). You will see a line on the screen.

5. Move the mouse to X.150 and Z-.100 and click the(<LMB>). You should see the first taper drawn on thescreen.

6. To draw the two concave arcs, press <A> on thekeyboard. This put you in ARC mode.

7. Locate the START POINT MARKER to X0.150 and Z-0.100 by positioning the mouse arrow and then pushingthe (<RMB>).

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8. Move the arrow to X0.225 and Z0.250 and click the(<LMB>). You will see a second small cross on thescreen. These are the two end points of the arc.

9. Move the mouse to X0.200 and Z0.200 and <LMB>.You now have the arc on the screen but does it have thecorrect radius? You can find out by pressing on thekeyboard and selecting the arc with the mouse. Chosse[OK] to continue.

10.To change the radius to the correct value, simply press<R> on the keyboard and select the arc with the mouse.Enter 0.156 in the box and choose [Accept]. The arcshould now have a 0.156" radius.

11.Locate the START POINT MARKER to X0.150 and Z-0.100 and then press <C> on the keyboard to copy thearc to the paste buffer. There is now a copy of the arc inmemory.

12.Position the mouse arrow at X0.225 and Z-0.300. Press<INS> and then . You should now have two identicalarcs in your profile. You should now have both concavearcs on the screen.

13.Draw the convex arc by positioning the START POINTMARKER at X0.300 and Z-0.600. Place the secondsmall cross at X0.400 and Z-0.750. Position the mousearrow at X0.350 and Z-0.700 and press the <LMB>.Change the radius to 0.188 the same way you did inStep 10. The screen should now look like Figure 4.1.3.Figure 4.1.3.Figure 4.1.3.Figure 4.1.3.Figure 4.1.3.

14.Change to LINE mode by pressing <L> on the keyboard.You will now complete the profile by joining the arcstogether with straight lines.

15.Position the START MARKER at X0.225 and Z-0.250.Move the mouse arrow to X0.225 and Z-0.300 and pressthe <LMB>. A horizontal line should appear on yourscreen connecting the two arcs.

16.Draw the last four lines. Position the START MARKER atX0.300 and Z-0.450. Move the mouse arrow to X0.300and Z-0.600 and press the <LMB>. Position the STARTMARKER at X0.410 and Z-0.750. Move the mousearrow to X0.400 and Z-1.000 and press the <LMB>.Move the mouse arrow to X0.480 and Z-1.250 and pressthe <LMB>. Move the mouse arrow to X0.500 and Z-1.250 and press the <LMB>. The screen should look likeFigure 4.1.4.Figure 4.1.4.Figure 4.1.4.Figure 4.1.4.Figure 4.1.4.

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17.Save the current file by choosing <ALT>-F A and enterEXAMPLE1 in the File Name box. The .CDL extension isautomatically added to the filename.

18.Verifiy the design by pressing <CTRL>-V. MultiCAMLathe will indicate that the design has 1 error. Positionthe START MARKER at X0.380 and Z-0.770. Press<TAB> or <CTRL>-I on the keyboard four times to zoomin on the corner of the profile. <CTRL>-O zooms out.

Note: The screen will zoom in and out centering itself onthe START MARKER. With the screen zoomed in on theprofile, you can clearly see that the two segments are notjoined together.

19.Press <V> on the keyboard and click the <LMB> nearthe end of the line segment. Now position the mousearrow at X0.400 and Z-0.750 and click the <LMB>.

20.Reverify the design. There should now be zero errors.Note: If any profile continuity errors exist afterverification, use the Move End Point function and Zoomto connect the loose ends.

21.Make a tool path by pressing <CTRL>-T. MultiCAMLathe is now processing the part profile and generating atool path. When complete, the screen should look likeFigure 4.1.5.Figure 4.1.5.Figure 4.1.5.Figure 4.1.5.Figure 4.1.5.

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22.Press <CNTL>-N to make the CNC file.

In addition to the commands used in the above tutorial,there are others that you may wish to experiment with tobecome a proficient user of MultiCAM Lathe.These include:

····· <ESC> to undo the last drawing command.

····· <DEL> to delete a segment.

····· <F> to flip an arc.

····· <D> to reverse the arc direction.

····· <J> to linearly join two end points.

····· <V> to move an end point.

····· to break a segment in two.

····· <M> to move the entire profile.

····· <E> to enter an exact position.

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In this tutorial you will design and edit the part in FigureFigureFigureFigureFigure4.2.1.4.2.1.4.2.1.4.2.1.4.2.1. Before going ahead, you should first completeSection 3-Configuration and Setup (Wood TurningExample). This tutorial assumes that MultiCAM Lathe hasbeen properly installed (see Section 1- Getting Started) andis currently running on your computer.

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1. Choose Options-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load SetupOptions-Load Setup with the mouse or<ALT>-O then L from the keyboard. SelectCENTERS.LSU and then [OK]. This will reconfigureMultiCAM Lathe with the parameters entered in theprevious section. The screen should now look likeFigure 4.2.2.Figure 4.2.2.Figure 4.2.2.Figure 4.2.2.Figure 4.2.2.

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2. To draw the concave arcs, press <A> on the keyboard.This selects the ARC drawing mode.

3. Locate the START POINT MARKER to X0.625 and Z0by positioning the mouse arrow and then pushing theright mouse button (<RMB>).

4. Move the arrow to X0.625 and Z1.000 and click the leftmouse button (<LMB>). You will see a second smallcross on the screen. These are the two end points of thearc.

5. Move the mouse to X.300 and Z.500 and click the<LMB>. You now have the arc on your screen but doesit have the correct radius? You can find out by pressing on the keyboard and selecting the arc with themouse. Change the radius of the arc to by pressing <R>and selecting the arc. Enter 1.000 and choose [Accept].The arc should now have a 1.000" radius.

6. Locate the START MARKER at X0.625 and Z0 thenpress <C> on the keyboard to copy the arc to the pastebuffer. There is now a copy of the arc in memory.

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7. Position the mouse arrow at X0.625 and Z1.000. Press<INS> and then . You should now have two identicalarcs in your profile. You need two more on the right sideof the profile, so locate the START MARKER at X0.625and Z5.000 and paste another arc. Locate the STARTMARKER at X0.625 and Z4.000 and paste the last arc.You should now have all four arcs on the screen. SeeFigure 4.2.3.Figure 4.2.3.Figure 4.2.3.Figure 4.2.3.Figure 4.2.3.


8. Change to LINE mode by pressing <L> on the keyboard.You will now draw the center portion of the profile.

9. Position the START MARKER at X0.625 and Z2.000.Move the mouse arrow to X0.375 and Z2.000 and pressthe <LMB>. A vertical line should appear on yourscreen.

10.Copy and paste the line to the rightside of the profile.Press <C> on the keyboard (the START MARKERshould still be at X0.375 and Z2.00).

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11.Move the mouse curser to X0.375 and Z4.000 and press<INS> then on the keyboard. The profile shouldnow appear symmetrical on your screen.


12.Draw in the last two sloped lines. Position theSTARTING MARKER at X0.375 and Z4.000. Move themouse to X0.625 and Z3.000 and press the <LMB>.Move the mouse to X0.375 and Z2.000 and press the<LMB>. The profile is now complete. See Figure 4.2.4.Figure 4.2.4.Figure 4.2.4.Figure 4.2.4.Figure 4.2.4.

13.Save the current file by choosing <ALT>-F A and enterEXAMPLE2 in the File Name box. The .CDL extensionis automatically added to the filename.

14.Verifiy the design by pressing <CTRL>-V. MultiCAMLathe will indicate that the design has 2 errors. Each ofthe end segments MUST be at or beyond the radius ofthe part. Position the START MARKER at X0.650 andZ0. Press <TAB> or <CTRL>-I on the keyboard fourtimes to zoom in on the corner of the profile. <CTRL>-Ozooms out.

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Note: The screen will zoom in and out centering itself onthe START MARKER. With the sceen zoomed in on theprofile, you can clearly see that the last segment is stillinside the radius. Draw a line to the end of the arcsegment (the START MARKER should still be at X.650and Z0) by moving the arrow to X0.625 and Z0 andpressing the <LMB>.

15.Repeat step 14 for the right side profile.

16.Verify the design again. There should now be zeroerrors.

Note: If any profile continuity errors exist afterverification, use the Move End Point function and Zoomto connect the loose ends.

17.Make a tool path by pressing <CTRL>-T. MultiCAMLathe is now processing the part profile and generating atool path. When complete, the screen should look likeFigure 4.2.5.Figure 4.2.5.Figure 4.2.5.Figure 4.2.5.Figure 4.2.5.

Figure 4.2.5 Completed Tool PathFigure 4.2.5 Completed Tool PathFigure 4.2.5 Completed Tool PathFigure 4.2.5 Completed Tool PathFigure 4.2.5 Completed Tool Path

18.Press <CTRL>-N to make the CNC file.

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The differences between the metal turning example and thewood turning example are as follows:

1. The material type and size is 2" long by 1"diameter brass in the metal turning example and6" long by 1.3" diameter wood in the wood turningexample.

2. The visual and cursor grids are 0.1" and 0.001"respectively in the metal turning example and 0.5"and 0.01" in the wood turning example.

3. The origin is located at the rightend in the metalturning example and at the leftend in the woodturning example.

4. The roughing cut depth is 0.02" in the metalturning example and 0.05" in the wood turningexample.

5. The feedrate is 4" per minute in the metal turningexample and 9" per minute in the wood turningexample.

6. The chucking method is [CHUCKED] in the metalturning example and [CENTERS] in the woodturning example.

7. The tool starting position is X=0.55, Z=0.05 in themetal turning example and X=0.75, Z=0 in thewood turning example.

8. The tool change position is X=0.55, Z=0.5 in themetal turning example and X=0.75, Z=0 and in thewood turning example.

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The numbers on the top of the keys are the scan (or "make") codes. These codes are used forprogramming the active jog key for any axis and direction.

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