Bi-Lateral Position vs Symmetry
Typically we check slot position using Bi-Lateral Position. We had a high and consistent number of rejected parts on our CMM, even though the parts mount onto their assemblies with more than adequate clearance. Our supplier uses angle and symmetry to
Programming circles
I've noticed that sometimes when editing a program, a strange function appears. For example, I want to add holes in the middle of the program. So I use the “pinned” function to repeat the addition of holes, set the first one, validate and move on to the
Extract Points from Right Click Menu on Element
Hey Guys, I'm using the extract points feature on a regular basis and want to share an improvement idea. Basically I would like to right click an Element (e.g. Plane) and then have an option "Extract Points". Ideally this would apply to both the measured
ADVANCED CAD CLOUD CREATION: CONVERTING TO SINGLE POINTS
When creating any kind of Point Cloud/Cross Section/Profile measurement, is there any way to convert a pointcloud to individual points instead of one giant cluster of points? -C
Issues importing CAD
Hello, I am currently experiencing quite a few issues when it comes to importing our CAD models for a particular part that we are running. The main issue is that when the part is imported, there are a lot of artifacts all over the model, surfaces are
Features- Actuals data?
When developing a program (actually probing features) why can't I ever see actuals data? When I look at the features list, even the "actuals" show nominal & no form error. Even when I report the feature, it only shows nominals.
EM1 with 2x40mm stylus
when calibrating a probe, I look for .0003" or better. when using a EM1 with a 2x40mm stylus, should I give it more leeway? Also, i'm using a ph20 head.
cad alignment
good morning i am trying to do a simple cad alignment to a part, after i pick my points with the probe it changes the order of the points ( look at the picture points 1-6 are not in order #6 is in the middle of the point order) this seems to be giving
Is CMM-Manager's VBScript a custom syntax?
Hello, Just wondering- does anyone know if the VBScript in CMM Manager uses custom syntax that differs from standard Visual Basic? And is it simplified to only focus on the possible needs, application and scenarios used for a CMM? Not much of a programmer
stuck CAD
My CAD seems to be stuck.... every time I open a new program, its still there. I have closed out the program, restarted everything. Any ideas?
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Substitute probe assembly
How do I substitute one probe assembly for another inside a current program. The substitute probe has all the required index/rotations (Ren PH10M/ TP20) but a different length & stylus diameter. Can I simply change the [Get probe assembly] command, or
Updated CMM-Manager website
Our updated website is live! QxSoft | CMM-Manager | Software for any CMM (qxcmm.com) I normally keep a close eye on the CMM-Manager Community but have been occupied in the past weeks. Thank you to our Help Desk and especially to Rod Garrett for being
Creating Offset Probe
Hello. Trying to create an offset probe. first question is star probe my only option? second question when calibrating star probe. does it only use the same side of calibration sphere to calibrate all sides of star probe? third question. do i enter angel
option for plating compensation
Hi all, Is there an option to add in for plating compensation, I looked in the preferences but could not find anything. Or do I have to adjust my numbers accordingly for every individual action. Thanks
Operation Planner
I am trying this out, however I have operations that are disabled within my first Op. It throws the error "Disabled operation(s) selected" and will not run because of it. Any way around that? Barring having to delete out the disabled ops?
Question on Free Position Alignment
I'm trying to learn to use free position alignment on my own. I'm having trouble getting started. When I open the free position alignment window, I'm just seeing an option to choose my plane and to set origin and an option to write an instructional note.
CMM Manager On-site Training - Kentwood MI
Is there anyone in the Grand Rapids area that is proficient with CMM Manager willing to provide on-site training. We are looking for someone that would be available on a regular basis for the next few months to help accelerate the knowledge of a newer
PROBE CREATION
I have attached a file for a part that I'm trying to program. Our CMM does not have an automatic rotating head, so I want to program this, so the technician doesn't have to change tips or angles once they hit go. I'm thinking using the star probe set
Create folder and save report.
Is it possible to automatically have CMM Manager prompt for Traveler number then create a folder with that number as the name and then save report in that folder? If it is possible what's the best (easiest) way to do this? Step 6 is the step I am having
FURNITURE QUESTION
So I have a question regarding furniture. We have added a plate to our CMM for fixtures for part placement on the table. When I go to move my imported cad models it's like the system isn't seeing the plate and only the granite. So if you go to drop to
Reporting perpendicularity
Anyone know how to report a planes perpendicularity to two datums? Both datum A and B are perpendicular planes.
movescan error
I am getting a movescan error on a program that i have run before. why is it telling me that? I dont scan anything so im not sure why it keeps coming up
Copy reports onto other templates
Hello all, I'm not sure if it may be a software bug or if I'm misremembering, but there use to be a way where you could hold ALT and drag a report from one template to another. I have my default report and then I created a template with added graphical
Have I been doing Alignments wrong all these years ??
I have been using CMM Manager for 14 years.... and I have been doing my alignments in this order: Level ---- Origin ----- Align (without setting to origin) then I would sync CAD Today I have had some time, and so I was surfing around on the Community
Howto define Datum?
Hey guys, maybe a really stupid question but how can I define a measured plane as Datum (e.g. "A").. Is there a Command for this or should I simply set the Element Caption to "A"? Thank you!
Simple variable creation
Can someone show me how to create 6 simple variables for Y (length 1, length 2 length 3, etc.) that can be created by an operator when starting the program? I understand how to recall these during the program(I think), but not how to create the prompt
Profile of a surface
I have a profile of a surface call out from Datum-B plane to Datum-A plane, the two planes are perpendicular to one another. The measured dimension is giving me a crazy number. Tolerance is bilateral .0078, but it is saying deviation of -1.39933 I don't
Perpendicularity with two Datums
I see you have to specify one Datum, but what if Customer wants the Perpendicularity regarding two Datums (AB).. Evaluate for each Datum?
Align a curved part
What would be the best way to align this curved part? I have a series of 5 different parts all with the same type of curve. The sides are at an angle as well.
Alignment issue
I'm having trouble aligning a part on the CMM, the part is round with a bolt hole pattern. I want to level on a flat surface, align on 2 of the bolt holes (the holes are not in a straight line with each other) and origin on the outside dia. Please help.
origin to arc/circle max distance?
Hi everyone! Is there a way to get a max dimension from center origin to the peak point of a circle/arc? I tried using max distance on "distance between" report button but it does not get the measurement from the drawing and gives an entirely different
Probe assembly notes
I'm not sure if there is a way to do this already, but I was thinking it would be nice to have a note field associated with the probe assemblies, so that we could make note of the component part numbers for re-ordering purposes.
Are you offering contract programming? (Offline with CAD)
Hi, we are going to have some complex parts in the future and maybe also too many to handle our selves.. So are you offering contract programming with CAD-Model, PDF Drawing and CMM-Manager Config supplied? Best Regards
Fixtures
I'm still trying to commit to adding fixturing to my programs, but I'm someone who has trouble making decisions when given many choices, lol. I'm looking at fixturing systems from Renishaw, Rayco, and Phillips Precision/Lock-N-Load. I'm looking for opinions
Aligning CAD to Previously Measured Features
I have a program previously setup with the canned alignment using one of the hole features on the OD of the disk as the alignment feature. I am trying to update the canned (Plane-Circle-Circle) alignment to use one of the hole features on the ID of the
Service Pack release dates
How do we know when service packs are released? Did a quick search in the community and couldn't find the answer. Thanks in advance
reporting true position
When reporting TP from the datum ref frame, or datum features, the values do not change. I'm not sure what I'm doing incorrectly. Can anyone send me an example of how to use True Position from picked datum features, vs from the datum ref frame. Thanks,
Color change manual cnc
When not using cad , have a color change when using manual or cnc. currently both appear blue in the program. **suggestion from customer**
Small diameter holes
I am having a hard time getting small diameter hole measurements. I am turning down the approach and back off parameters as low as they will go, and the probe will still crash into the other side of the whole as if I made no change. I have tried local
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