Datapage just got me good
Ok, I have just realized that Im screwed from not knowing how to use datapage. I asked the question yesterday about deleting parts and empty variables. Now I just realized all my numbers are all mixed...
View ArticleCAD model align to machine
I know this question has been asked a thousand times the problem is there are 500 answers. I just want the simple method to import my STEP file at the machine and get it lined up so I can program. I...
View Article2017 r1
Just installed 2017 R1 cant find option load active probe in normal tab location or probe rack options...
View ArticleCAD model align to machine: Solved, Operation->graphic...
I know this question has been asked a thousand times the problem is there are 500 answers. I just want the simple method to import my STEP file at the machine and get it lined up so I can program. I...
View Article2017 R1: missing probe rack options
Just installed 2017 R1 cant find option load active probe in normal tab location or probe rack options...
View ArticleStylus sugggestion?
I'm looking for the proper stylus material for Manganese Aluminum Bronze. I know Silicon Nitride is suggested for aluminum, but am unable to find out if this applies to all materials that contain...
View ArticleMultiple run with loop
Hi guys, I have to measure one product 10 times for a gage R&R. So instead clicking 10 times for a new measurement, I started a loop at the beginning and an end loop at the end. At the end there is...
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Stable Probe function ?
Dear guys, I've been trying to find "Stable Probe" function, as mentioned in forum If you look inside your "portable" tool bar there should be an icon for stable probing. You can also find it...
View ArticleGenerate program in PC-DMIS from CAD Embedded GD&T Notations
Hi, I have a question about converting a CAD file to a program without programming. Basically, is there a way that PC-DMIS automatically generates a program from a CAD file? I look forward about this...
View ArticleProfile surface & alignment (NEWBIE HERE)
Hey guys I'm fairly new to cmm programming and having trouble with a few things that might be easy for most of you. I'm running on 3.7 mr 4. So I'm working on my first program and came across a few...
View ArticleHow to reset the input from operators
Hi guys. I would like to force my colleagues to tip in some data every time the run a program. ex. their initials. In order to do so, I need to reset the value of the variable before the new window...
View ArticleChange Dimension Nominal according to Input
I have a part with a o-ring groove in it. We finish machine the entire part with the exception of the o-ring, which we leave .010" of stock on each side of the o-ring. we still check the o-ring in the...
View ArticleFeatures
Good afternoon everyone! Whenever I program, I always use measured features. I never use the constructed nor the auto features. Is that ok?
View ArticleLayers
Hi all i have the 2015 PC DMIS, and will like to know how to create layers on my model
View ArticleHow do I locate the start point of a internal radius?
Hello, I'm only about 3 weeks deep into PC-DMIS so bare with me. I am trying to find the tangent point of the internal radius as shown in the pictures. I've tried 'Auto Angle Point' and 'Corner Point'...
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Dim ID match Feature ID
Is there any way to have the dimension ID match the Feature Id when programming points? I know I can go change it manually, but is there a way I can set it to automatically do it from now on? Thanks!
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How to adjust window size?
What is this window called and how do I adjust the size? I adjusted it before but I cannot remember how I did it. Thanks for the help.
View ArticleCMM not Working
CMM was working. Came back in from shop and light on controller was off and would not come back on. Shut everything down and still nothing, looked at controller box and had extra fuse, replaced fuse...
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What is this rack model?
Never worked with probe changers before. Trying to calibrate this rack but I need to know what model I'm looking at first -__-'' I'm not sure whether it's a TESASTAR-pr, TESASTAR-r, HR-P4, or...??? Why...
View ArticleAdding Control Points to Scan with CAD Selection
What is the deal? I want to add control points to a scan using CAD selection and when I click on the CAD surface it moves boundary point number two to that location. I am in the control points tab....
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