When creating solid models for Full Machine Simulation in <PRODUCT>/Mill, follow these rules:
Machine Coordinate System
- The Machine Origin must be at:
- the zero point of the
Top Table model for
5-axis milling tables when the table is in its home position.
- the zero point of the Table model for
tombstones, standard tables
and
4-axis milling tables when the table is in its home position.
- the zero point of the table model for
vertical rotary tables.
- Ensure the Z axis is parallel with the tool axis.
Table Model Origin
The Table Origin must be at:
- the bottom-left corner of the top of the table for
standard tables.
- the top of the table on the axis of rotation of the tombstone for
tombstones.
- the top of the table on the axis of rotation for
4-axis milling tables.
- the top of the table on the secondary axis of rotation for
5-axis milling tables.
- the top of the table on the axis of rotation for
vertical rotary tables.
The table model's axes must align with the Machine Coordinate System.
Tool Head
The Tool Head Origin must be coincident with the Holder to Tool Head Attachment Point.
Note: For Vertical Rotary tables, the Tool Head Origin must be the point about which the tool head rotates.
The Tool Head’s model axes must align with the Machine Coordinate System.
Tool Holders
You can define holders using a solid model or using a .dxf
file:
-
Using a solid model
- The holder can be in a different orientation to the Machine Coordinate System. <PRODUCT> rotates the holder so the Holder to Tool Head Attachment direction aligns with the Tool to Holder Attachment direction.
- Define all holder data in the Holder Coordinate System.
-
Using a .dxf file
- Draw the holder in the XY plane in 2D.
- The origin of the geometry must be at the Tool to Holder Attachment Point.
- The axis of the holder must be along the Y axis.
- The .dxf file units must match the, job file's
Input Units (as specified on the
Preferences dialog).
Components
Each component model's axes must align with the Machine Coordinate System.