CAD PMI
Is CMM Manager capable of generating Inspection programs using CAD PMI?
Question about Runtime align Part
So I have a program (that i didnt make) that has a flip part action in the middle of the program. The first side of the program/part that gets inspected has all the main reference frame features on it. Then when I flip the part i no longer have access
Create pitch diameter from gear profile scan
I have a new part program where I am scanning the profile of a gear, but I would like to know the pitch diameter. Is there a way I can turn my scan point cloud into a pitch diameter measurement? It looks like this can typically be done by measuring over
Save Report Automatically with each Program Run as default.
Is it possible to have every new program set to save the Default Report somewhere without setting it up in the properties tab of the Default Report each time? Had an operator measure parts without setting up save and we have now lost all the data for
move speed min/max out of range
I keep getting the min/max out of range on all of my programs ( already written and proofed). The grayed out box on max move speed use to be 30. now it is at 19.685. I cannot change that box. Most of my programs move speed is 20.-25. Why is it different
MCOSMOS 5.4 error code
GD&T position code error 9882 and 9880 Inapropriate position of points (datum A,B,C) Inconsistent parameters (datum A,B) P.s.: one the original drawing only datum A (plate) and B (cylinder). Need position holes (left and right from Cylinder, cylinder
Equator X programing
How is programming the Equator X with CMM-M? Does it have the same limitations as previous Equators noted in the tutorial? I'm particularly interested in programing in "absolute" mode. Is it the same as programing a regular CMM? Can you write programs
Line "Translation-Transform" Help needed
Hi everyone, I'm a bit stuck here and could use some help. Can someone tell me how to offset the line marked as “ORIGINAL” by 0.026" in the indicated direction? I need to create a parallel line with the same direction and orientation, exactly 0.026" away
Varience between hand check measurements and CMM results
I'm currently dealing with a tight tolerance bore with a +.002-.000 tolerance. Im reporting the bore as a cylinder and taking 10 total points. Does anyone know why when measured with a gage pin I'm getting a .001 difference to as to what the cmm is reporting
New to gear reports
I know GD&T just fine, but we have just started checking gears. I attached a report. My question is "how do I know if this is a good part?" It's not like the report has tolerances. Sorry if this is a dumb question, this is a new world to me. Any help/guidance
Updating CMM-Manager to 2026
How do we go about updating CMM-Manager to the new 2026 version?
Angled hole true position with MMC
Hey guys.. I have a angled hole with a True Position Callout and MMC applied.. How would you measure it? I usually only take an intersection point between the cylinder and the plane but this doesn't work with the MMC.. I guess I cannot simply take the
Aligning to program
Hello everyone. First time with cmm manager software. I came from running pcdmis for the past 12 years. My question is, that when I pull up a program from the last operator and try to place the part on the table like he did, it keeps crashing into the
"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
finding the apex of a cone on a small surface
Hi All, I have a 11.5 inch base diameter cone, 60 degree angle. The angle is appoxamently 1 inch thick. I need to find the apex of the cone. This is my datum A. CMM manager is giving me a number that is about .015 to large, would this be accurate or is
Probe touching table
My probe touched the table like it didn't know it was there. We had this problem way back when we first got the machine, and Rod Garret fixed it. I haven't had a problem since then. Today my probe went to change angles and it touched the table. I had
CMM Fixture Suggestions
Hi all, This might be a bit off-topic, and I’ll remove it if required. I’m looking for suggestions on fixtures to hold parts in a CMM that can handle a wide range of sizes. (Ideally, available in Canada). I value your experiences and recommendations,
LK Altera PC swap
Due to a hardware defect, I am unfortunately forced to replace my PC with the CMM-Manager installed. I am very concerned that the software will still work after the replacement. Due to a lack of admin rights (company policies), I am unable to do the job
Move speed value out of range
I have been running a program without a problem, and then all of a sudden I get an error box saying "move speed" value is out of range of min/max settings. The box shows the values that are grayed out all messed up. ( see attachments). In order for me
Hole Pattern
What is the best way to check the True Position of a pattern of 8 holes. Would normal position check them as a pattern or composite position be better?
90 degree stylus
Any idea how to add this to the probe assembly?
Suggestions on how to measure Datum B and C
Any suggestions on how to measure datums b and c in the attached drawing?
Calibration Sphere Configuration
Hi all, I'm trying to get the calibration spheres required for upcoming jobs. I'm working with the REVO-2 head and need the capability to check grooves with my disc probe and star probe rotated to A90 on the RSP3 module. Was wondering if anybody could
LK CMM NMC 300 Controller Probe Disarm
Machine: LK CMM with NMC 300 controller We have noticed that on execution of a "Get Probe" command the first thing that happens is that the probe disarms and CMM Mgr seems to take the shortest path to the safe position at the rack disregarding anything
Shrunken User Interface!!!
Got a weird issue with a new installation of CMM Manager 2024. I've been using 2023 all this time so I don't know if this is a new option, a windows setting I'm not aware of, or something else entirely. My CMM Manager is weirdly zoomed out! Is there a
Calibration ball tree collision avoidance
If I add the calibration ball tree to the furniture, does collision avoidance work during calibration? i.e. If a probe A90 B-90 is trying to use a ball at 45° in Y-plus (I=0.000 J= 0.707 K=0.707) but is on the Y-minus side of this ball, will it plan a
Moving a used cmm
We are purchasing a used CMM that is located on the East coast, and we need it moved to us in Arizona. Does anybody have any leads on someone who might be able to assist with that?
GD&T
Hello, can someone please explain what this gd&t is specifically asking? i realize you cannot see the entire print. the reason im asking is because the aerospace company i am making the part for says the callout is asking to hold the shpericity or roundness
Program for Surface Profile
I am trying to write a program for a part that needs to check Surface profile and Perpendicularity. I am having trouble getting consistent results, and assuming I am messing up somewhere. The part is essentially a cylinder with a groove wrapped around
Basic Angle and Composite Profile of a Line.
I have a question on how to measure the highlighted basic dimensions and how to calculate the lower portion of the composite profile in the print screenshot below on CMM-Manager. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
3D Reverse Engineering
Hi everyone, is it possible to export a 3D CAD-File out of CMM-Manager? For example if I make several 3D measurements using the optics and a touch probe. I have found the export as IGES, DXF or Focus Feature File, but I think these are all 2D Files. correct?
Is CMM-Manager Based on SQL, C, VBScript, or Visual Basic?
Is CMM-Manager Based on SQL, C, VBScript, or Visual Basic?
Bolt hole pattern as a primary datum
Is there an optimal way to use a bolt hole pattern as a primary datum that constrains the proper 5 degrees of freedom it's allowed? I have 8 holes spaced evenly at 45° at typical compass directions, all are nominally angled in the Z-Axis. If I measure
REPORTING STRAIGHTNESS WITH BONUS TOLERANCE
Hello all, I have attached some photos that show what I'm trying to report. I have been asked if my current report can take into account the bonus tolerance for the straightness under maximum material conditions. I have never run into this so I'm honestly
DCC program settings and Overwrite
I am using a plane circle circle alignment, with a 2mm ruby. One of my alignment holes is .130, I went into program settings and changed the back off distance to .020 I ran through the program no problem. I also have the .130 back off distance under DCC
How to stop scanning reliable (SP25M)?
I have a frequent problem that scans don't stop where they should, did anyone else experience this behavior and can you recommend some setscrews to prevent it?
Trouble with Plane
I am trying to create a 3D plane on the pictured ledge. I was completely successful creating one on the opposite side, they are exactly the same size. Probe has plenty of clearance, I am not running into the table. I even tried adjusting the points right
Demo Program
So my company is having a family picnic day where employees family can come and check out the facility. My Question is: how hard/easy would it be to turn one of my current part programs into a loop to have on display while the open house is going on?
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
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