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How do you calculate RPM from CSS/SFM (constant
surface speed measured in surface feet per minute) or vice versa? |
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RPM = CSS X 4
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diameter of tool or work piece.
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How do you calculate inch per minute from inch per
revolution? |
IPM = IPR X RPM
X number of flutes or inserts.
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If a program does not cut correctly, what information
should I collect and be able to email SWI before calling? |
Part program,
error log, code 12, code 128, and Code 33.
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Where can I get a postprocessor for my CAD/CAM
software package? |
Call your CAM
retailer, distributor, or manufacturer. The PT uses a common type
of postprocessor based on Fanuc 6. Our control works with defined
inputs that are handled by the postprocessor. The CAM side is the
more complex side, therefore, the CAM producer is the only company
qualified to handle their output.
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Can the contrast/brightness be adjusted on the LCD
screen? |
No. If your
screen is becoming too dim to read, contact the Service Department
for a replacement. Have the model and serial number ready.
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Can I use a wireless keyboard and mouse with my
control? |
If the keyboard
and mouse are "plug and play" ready, it should be okay. However, if
not, we don't recommend it. Loading a new, unknown driver into the
CNC may affect the operation of the control.
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Can my controller count in 0.0002 increments? |
Yes. Keep in
mind that you are not changing the machine's inherent accuracy and
repeatability. Run Service Code 70 for 0.0002, code 68 for 0.0005.
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When I’m in the DRO Mode, my display shows one axis as
INC and the other two as ABS. How do I get all three back to the
same reference? |
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Press the X, Y,
or Z key, then press INC/ABS. This changes each individual axis
from INC to ABS (or vice-versa). Now, all three axes should read
INC or ABS. Actually, that’s how you got there in the first place.
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What is the biggest radius I can cut on the ProtoTRAK? |
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The
largest radius is 825 inches. Values above this number will cause
an error when trying to run the program.
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What is the largest program in events that can be run
on the EX? |
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2000 events.
Repeats count as one each time.
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My control seems a little sluggish when running large
programs. What can I do? |
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Our more recent
controls are built on different Windows platforms, and as such they
can be prone to the same annoyances that your regular desktop
computer can encounter, one example being memory consumption. Here
are some tips to remember:
Drawing graphics on the screen consumes memory, so try running your
program with the SHOW ABS mode instead of it drawing the graphics
while running.
Remember to
reboot your computer on a regular basis (at least once a week).
This refreshes the system’s memory. If running large G-Code files,
keep in mind that a floppy disk is not built for performance. Use a
different media type if your control has it, such as the hard drive,
flash card, USB drive, or network port.
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