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Probe not registering points
Sometimes on the initial touch after the cad alignment the Ph20 will not register the points, and we have to start the cycle over again until it registers. Sometimes it will start to register the points after it missed the first couple. When it does that
Crazy numbers
When we run a plane the CMM would give us crazy numbers on the axis that are not relevant. (Example, we are measuring a plane in the y axis, and it tells us that it is out of tolerance by up to 3.000 in the X and Z even though it is parallel)
Cross section nominals wrong
I've run into this issue a few times and I'm wondering if I'm doing something wrong when creating new curves from cross sections. This model has just been imported and placed using the Import/Export tools, so has not been influenced/rotated by any manual
New CMM-Manager Chat Bot
Hi all... We're working on getting an OpenAI / ChatGPT bot working on the CMM-Manager Support Portal. Below you can see some sample response from this new system. Many times it responds with a generic response suggesting that it needs additional information
Updated Report Profile in version 2024
Anyone using the newly updated Report Profile updates that we added in 2024? CMM-Manager - how to use Report Profile Operation
Inspecting parts with large deviation
I do not have time today to create another KB article, but thought sharing this somewhat old tutorial video may be useful for someone out there... If time allows or if someone expresses interest, I will put together a detailed KB Article on this topic.
VB Help
I am using an older version of CMM Manager, which does not include a User Guide for VB scripting. I am attempting to perform calculations on measurement results and then generate a pass/fail outcome to be included in the report. While I have successfully
Slot with MMC
Here is an article I wrote to create a diameter within a slot to apply MMC when the positional callout requires it. https://cmm-quarterly.squarespace.com/articles/cmm-manager-slot-with-mmc
No Pathing.
i am having an issue I have never come across. I loaded my CAD model, aligned CAD with machine coordinates. CMM manager will not path from one feature to the next. It will draw the probe points, but start point is just above first hit, and I get a collision
CMM manager on multiple computers?
Hi all. Our CMM computer is bogged down with trying to run parts and programming new parts at the same time. Our boss has ordered a "dongle" for CMM Manager with the thought that we will be able to program parts on another computer while we run parts
Groove Teach/Scan with Intersection
When teaching or scanning a closed intersection anyone experience same problem as me? If selecting start and endpoint you cannot go all the way round cause it inverts the selection at some point resulting in a very short section. When using the closed
Potential software bug, Diameter sizing
Hello, I've noticed that when you are making a positional report for holes, there seems to be some sort of bug. When you are making reports for multiple holes at the same time and changing the nominals in the "Feature Report" tab, the diameter that I
Default Repot helps find the feature
The shop just up graded from version 3.5.1 to version 2024. For the most part not much has changed from what I can see. Which makes me extremely happy. I noticed after the update, going to the default report and double-clicking on a feature jumps you
REVO Feature Requests
For the REVO software: The ability to do Circular Planes in 5-axis and/or scanning Scanning Hole Patterns Cloud Scan Complex 2D Curves Cloud Scan 3D pathing to follow the model for other path plans than "3D" due to not always having the clearance for
What is your favorite aspect of using CMM-Manager?
What is your favorite aspect of using CMM-Manager? ...and the least favorite? If we unearth some good conversation here, can we feature the discussion and your company in a LinkedIn post?
Having a probe error
Hi, I am getting this error every time I try to measure a circle. I have had this come up before, but I would just retry and everything would be okay. Didn't give it much thought. Now it is happing every time. ( Probe compensation can not be applied using
How to create a plane using high points
I am having an issue checking a part where the datum surface has a .001 low point on the surface. When I create a plane it is averaging the plane and it throws the parallelism out. When checked on the rock, it is fine because it is sitting on the high
I need help, I'm thinking myself into an endless spiral of dumb.
I've been looking at this all morning and can't come up with a good solution. Due to the keyways on the side of the slot I can't use -A- as a center plane it has to be a slot. I figured that I would probe the two cylinders of the slot and construct a
Scan filtering cylinder
When scanning a cylinder, is there no way to filter the scan data? I am scanning some cylinders that have a .001" TIR, and the noise from scanning is creating some high points that are pushing my runout tolerance. I'm thinking of scanning multiple filtered
Batch Run problem
I'm trying to run a batch of three parts using the batch run function. The first three parts run fine, but when I start the next batch, it wants to start on the 3rd/last part location. I figure I need some kind of alignment recall or it's a conflict with
Copy Program Group with Link
Got a long Program Group, which I copy a few times and transform after cause the same element group is a few times on the part. Now I got a few Ideas to easy edit afterwards: Copy and paste as "Linked Group" - Edits in source group are applied automatically
Creating a Dialog Box With an Image Using VB Script
To create a dialog with an attached image by itself is not possible within CMM Manager and we must use a HTML code. The part must be aligned with a fully constrained alignment. ISSUE: We need to measure CYNDR1 first for form. If that is not correct there
Profile vs Cloud to CAD
I want to check Profile of a surface. What is the best way to calculate it, Report Profile or Cloud to CAD? Does Cloud to CAD report just the worst point deviation or does it report the actual profile (2x the worst deviation)? I need to submit data to
Multiple hole collection via remote trigger on Faro arm
I have a part with 2 lines of holes down 2 rails, approximately 40 holes. The holes are identical and the spacing is identical as well. Is there a way I can trigger another "element" to collect via the red button on the Faro arm so I do not have to return
"Plunge" speed
Is there a way to change the speed only when plunging into a hole? I get nervous when measuring small holes with small tips, so I'll slow down the DCC speed, but it affects the entire move to the hole too, which can be excruciatingly slow. I would like
Generating Measurement Locations on a Surface with a Complex Boundary
Is there a way to generate touch probe measurement locations on a surface with a complex boundary? For example, let's discuss the surface below. Because it is a narrow surface, I switch from the "Target Point #" method to the "Along Edge" method. If I
Tip Recommendation -> Button for Get Tip
There are two commands for tip recommendation (2D & 3D). Wouldn't it be nice to have a button for getting this tip directly?
Bilateral Position
Can someone tell me how bilateral position (in on direction) is calculated? I need to explain it to someone. I know how to calculate regular true position. Thanks.
Q-Das export
Hi, Is there any plans in the future to add support for the Q-Das format like the already existing QC-Calc report file format? And if so, what is the timeline for this? Thanks,
Feature Request: Additional Ways to Rename Program Operations
As a user, I want to rename program operations using common methods (e.g. F2, slow double-click, context menu item) so that I can program faster and so that those new to the software can pick it up more quickly. I wouldn't say this is a high-priority
GD&T Font?
I've noticed since we updated our software, it shows symbols for GD&T in the report. These symbols show up on the PC that CMM Manager is installed on, but not our other PC's. Is there a font I need to install to see these GD&T symbols?
Costly CMM Mistakes?
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7326349990342127619 What is the most expensive mistake you've made on your CMM? Would robust path-planning have saved the situation? See comments for our story. Broken calibration artifact.
Scanning SP25M
Hello, I'd like to hear from users of scanning with the SP25M probe. I occasionally use this system and I wanted to know if you also have problems measuring. For example, if I scan a circle with a fairly high point density, it happens that a few points
Does CMM-Manager know how PH10-M Head turns?
Hi, question is basically in title, does CMM-Manager know how the head turns from one angle to another? Especially the turning angles (clockwise, counterclockwise).. In the simulation it only jumps to the new tip angle.. Best Regards
Increment Movement ignores inactive Axes
Hey guys, I noticed that even not activated Axes are included in the Movement.. In the Picture it should only move in Y, I then have to change Z Value to 0 to achieve this..
knuckle calibrations
does anyone have a good write up for building / calibrating knuckles in CMM manager and UCC server? I'm struggling getting my probe to calibrate in the A90B0 orientation using a 90 deg knuckle I'm not having the same issue with A90,B90. when i calibrate
2 clouds bestfit to plane
I have 2 planes that I need to know how they are to one another. Is it best to choose each one as a cloud, then combine them using "Best fit" and see what the flatness is, or should I pick up each one as a plane and check how parallel they are toget
Feature Request: Add "Along Edge" Measurement Generation for Vision AF
As a user, I want to generate vision AF measurement locations on CAD surfaces with complex inner and outer boundaries so that I can speed up programming time when using vision AF tools. Currently, it can be cumbersome to program vision AF (surface) measurement
More Complete Measurement Generation for CAD Teach 2D (Vision)
I've noticed that when measuring 2D vision CAD features and automatically generating measurements, only 4 measurements are generated (at least for a circle). Is there a way to automatically teach measurement locations that measure the circle's complete
Feature Request: More Command Editing Tools for Vision
As a video measuring system user, I want the options in the command editing tools that are currently available for touch features to also be available for vision features so that I can edit my vision measurements more efficiently and consistently. Touch
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