The latest versions of vectrics vcarve, cut2d and aspire v9. The post processor drop down menu has many post processors to choose. When you save out toolpaths we have made it easier to locate your favourite posts where the post processor list will now save the 5 most recently used post processors at the top of the list allowing for quicker selection of frequently used posts. They can be used to add new features to the software or automate common sequences of tasks. To use postprocessor from the list, download the post a. We also have a post processor for autodesk fusion360. Cad and cam software are used to design and operate machinery but the machines then require a final post processor to ensure that the code that reaches them is readable to optimise the machines operation. Most engineers are familiar with this continue reading.
The following is the list of post processors that will work with mecsoft cadcam software products. The following is the list of postprocessors that will work with mecsoft cadcam software products. Aspire is way overkill for a laser, but this post processor will work for all the vectric products including the more affordable cut2d which is perfect for a laser. The file must be a g code file to be used with emc2. Post processor for full spectrum lasers retinaengrave3d. How you post process and in what software is a much heated debate along the lines of canon vs. Vectric laser post processor j tech photonics, inc.
A software engineer from cnc software, makers of mastercam programming software, explains the different types of cnc post processors, the different types of post processor users and the different levels of functionality in post processors. To use your vectric software with easel, download the postprocessor from easel by going to import gcode. Supported post processors list fabrication products 2016. Carbide motion compatible post processor for vcarve pro. Newbie vcarve pro compatibility with arduinogrbl control software 1. After you open the save toolpath form using its icon, there is a pulldown list with all the post processors currently stored in the postp folder in the application. I am trying to use the trial software and appear to be having some challenges with the basic grbl. Not sure if it is the sw, post processor, or my settings. Jan 25, 2016 this post processor will work with all of the vectric products including cut2d, v carve, and aspire. Aspire post processor software firmware v1 engineering forum.
Mar 24, 2018 how to add easel as a post processor in vectric, aspire, cut2d and photovcarve. Cam software has to take geometry from a cad model and convert it to gcode. Access this document from cut2d pro s help menu help contents or from the cut2d pro folder in the program section of your windows start menu. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Perfect for cnc hobbyists, cut2d desktop gives you the power to produce complex 2d patterns with profile. I dont know anything about vectric but see if it has a post processor for emc. The post processor is the section of the program that converts the xyz. Solidcam supports canned drill cycles and machine options of standard cnccontrollers. How to add easel as a post processor in vectric, aspire. Start the program and use file open application data folder. For our example, we will add a toolchange section to this post processor. Cut2d pro has easy to use vector drawing and editing tools with powerful 2d machining strategies for cnc routing, milling or engraving and provides a powerful but intuitive software solution for cutting parts on a cnc router.
Originally titled notes on posts what is a post processor. The uc100 allows the uccnc software to communicate with the machine via the uc100 processor resulting in very reliable performance of your machine system. Does the carvey machine and easel software work with both windows and mac os. I went through all the pps in aspire and that was the best one i would find, it caused the least problems and ran the smoothest, so i would start there if that one is in cut2d. There are several flavors of mach3 post processors that will work right out of the box for most mills and routers. Bobcadcam provides free standard post processors to all of our customers. A post processor is a unique driver specific to the cnc controller its intended to work with. There has been a bug identified with the current postprocessor within cut2dlaser when opening older. There is a special easel postprocessor available for vectric products vcarve pro, vcarve desktop, aspire, cut2d, and photovcarve that. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. With cut2d i can make something in just a few minutes go out and test cut it come back make adjustments and be done with the piece. Postproduction is now an integral part of photography.
Each solidcam postprocessor is customized to the machinists individual needs and equipment, generating readytorun cncprograms, without the need for manual editing. File comments a section where you can describe the post processor and record any changes to the post processor. We can create modified or customized post processors. Aug 15, 20 so long as in cut2d you use the linuxcnc or emc postprocessor it will work fine the post processor can be made to output any prefix filename if you do not have a postprocessor for linuxcnc in your cut2d, their is one on the wiki page already set up. Anxiously awaiting my maslow to ship later this month.
A faulty post processor can give rise to a whole host of problems from outofspec parts, less than optimal machine performance or worst of all, a machine crash. Editor for post processor customizations yes i did, i went through the process several times. Im assuming the post processors are the same as the ones in aspire so the one i found to work the best with the shapeoko was the gcode arcs mm. The basic concept is that you set up a tool in v carve pro or other vectric software that has the laser parameters to it the spot size is the drill bit width. Updated cur2dlaser postprocessor pls update darkly. This is a deliberately minimal app, but provides basic connection, homing, jogging, origin setup and, of course, toolpath streaming to your xcarve. Mach 3 software gcode line limit inventables community forum. The toolpath options cover all typical 2d routing operations such as profiling, pocketing, autoinlays and drilling.
Getting vectric cut2d to work with our plasma tables was extremely simple. Does anyone use vcarve desktop as their cam and estlcam as their machine controller. Post processors list fabrication products autodesk. Go with a name thats wellknown to prevent problems. Add easels postprocessor to your vectric software inventables. When the post is done, archive all files and parts used for development.
This post processor will work with all of the vectric products including cut2d, v carve, and aspire. It is much more than just a parallel to usb converter. These are the current post processors, along with their file names and default file extensions, supported within our software. Post processors and custom software post processors post processing is the allimportant last step in nc programming.
Cnc machine post processors cadcam software bobcadcam. There is a special easel postprocessor available for vectric products vcarve pro, vcarve desktop, aspire, cut2d, and photovcarve that allows you to send these files through easel. Any one have an idea what post processor to use for cut3d. There is a special easel post processor available for vectric products vcarve pro, vcarve desktop, aspire, cut2d, and photovcarve that allows you to send these files through easel. This will open a new window showing all the programs support folders. This manual is designed to provide a comprehensive description of all the functions, tools, menus and icons available within the cut2d pro software package access this document from cut2d pro s help menu help contents or from the cut2d pro folder in the program section of your windows start menu user guides, tutorial and training. Vectric ltd, precision house, alcester, warwickshire b49 6hn, united kingdom. If you are using vectric cut 2d, vcarve pro or desktop, cut 3d, photovcarve or aspire, you will look for the following post processors. Most cam vendors will produce a guide for the post processor format. Does anyone have a working post processor compatible with vcarve pro or desktop.
Scroll down this list, find and select the correct post processor for your machine. I was able to get vcarve to do it but am at a loss with cut3d. Apr 10, 2019 the latest versions of vectrics vcarve, cut2d and aspire v9. In cam programs you must use a post processor for the machine your creating the file for. This article is part of cnccookbooks gcode tutorial. Guide to editing a vectric post processor v1 engineering. How can i find the correct post processor for my machine tool. This is typically easier than writing a post from scratch. Finally you can use cut2d desktop s large selection of post processors to save toolpaths in precisely the format that your particular cnc machine tool requires. I also wanted to point out that vectric cut2d is the 2d cam program that came with the machine and although very easy to use i am already finding some limitations. This manual is designed to provide a comprehensive description of all the functions, tools, menus and icons available within the cut2d pro software package. For all type of cnc machine tools, 3axis to 6axis simultaneous cnc milling machines, 2axis lathes to double turret, double spindle millturns. Procad came with the machine but i want to use cut2d. Im assuming the post processor s are the same as the ones in aspire so the one i found to work the best with the shapeoko was the gcode arcs mm.
Cadcam post processing explained prv engineering blog. Cnc faq what post processor do i use for vectric programs. Vcarve pro post processor cadcam software tips maslow. After you open the save toolpath form using its icon, there is a pulldown list with all the post processors currently stored in the postp folder in the application data folder on your computer.
If you dont see what you need, just give us a call. So i bought vcarve pro, got the post processor from oliver, then modified the gcode to optimize the machine and it has worked fine since. Bear in mind that some post processors can be used across multiple machines, such as the d6 post, which can be used across a range of creonic based controllers such as koike hypertherm edge lockformer vulcan techserv controllers file name. It is also very easy to customize your own post processor. Post processor for camaster sting 1 wincnc controller. To write a post processor, begin by locating a generic post or a post from a similar machine that you can modify. Sep 22, 2011 cad and cam software are used to design and operate machinery but the machines then require a final post processor to ensure that the code that reaches them is readable to optimise the machines operation. Finally you can use cut2d desktop s large selection of postprocessors to save toolpaths in precisely the format that your particular cnc machine tool requires. The dropdown menu will contain a link to the appropriate postprocessor. How to add easel as a post processor in vectric, aspire, cut2d and.
Addingdeletingmodifying post processors in vcarve youtube. Perfect for the hobbyists, cut2d pro gives you the power to produce complex 2d patterns with profile, pocket. Which photography post processing software is right for. Free cadcam postprocessor downloads mecsoft corporation. I was very surprised the list of the pp there are out there. Below is a list of the current post processor files, file names, and default file extensions, that are shipped with camduct. The best cnc programmers also know how to edit post processors. Which photography post processing software is right for you. Where do i look to find the post processors folder on my pc. If you open the post processor that you are editing in a text editor, you will be able to see the lines of text within the post processor that formatted the output of your test file. If you dont recognize the company making the software, you have a good chance of getting post processing software that only causes you more headaches. A post processor is a software script that is used to convert the generic cam program into nc code.
Jul 17, 2010 postproduction is now an integral part of photography. Jan 24, 2018 addingdeletingmodifying post processors in vcarve. I too, am very new to cnc and have the same machine. Vcarve desktop post processor for estlcam software inventables. I have another cnc router that is controlled by mach3 software. I created one for aspire last year and found that it worked perfectly for cut2d as well. Mach 3 software gcode line limit inventables community.
Cut2d can import 2d designs from other programs and also provides a full set of drawing and editing tools. The software that it came with was not what a cnc is designed to do. Post processor sections vectric post processors are broken down into sections to aid clarity, try to write your post processors in a similar style to aid debugging. How can i control how many passes depths of cut my toolpath will take. With this kind of software, theres a wide range of quality. To use post processor from the list, download the post a. There has been a bug identified with the current post processor within cut2d laser when opening older. To test the new post processor, if the software is running, restart the software. To use your vectric software with easel, download the post processor from easel by going to import gcode. How to add easel as a post processor in vectric, aspire, cut2d and photovcarve. Standard deviation can be extremely cruel to people that underestimate the cut2d. Add post processor to vectric vcarve pro aspire youtube.
Post processor for camaster sting 1 wincnc controller thanks, i will give this a try. First, make a safe copy of the post processor that you are customising. As you probably already know, vectric accomplishes both cad and cam in one single program. Bear in mind that some post processors can be used across multiple machines, such as the d6 post, which can be used across a range of creonic based controllers such as koike hypertherm edge lockformer vulcan techserv controllers file name post processor default file. Examples include adding the ability to cut dovetail style joints with a standard end mill and applying toolpath templates to every sheet in a nested job followed by automatically post processing and saving the files for your machine tool. The truly important measure of a cam system is gcode quality.
The post processor controls the format of the gcode. This video was created to show the process for adding a post processor for your hytek tools cnc machine. Your post process workflow is the most important factor to consider when making your choice such as the volume of images and the extent of your editing. And i have the same issue but i was able to carve out the trial avalon sign template and a sign of my own design, using the cncsharkusb arcs inch. Most engineers are familiar with this process, however, in this post we will explain how the system works so that anyone can understand it. Vectric cut2d desktop is an excellent choice for easy to use yet powerful tools for 2d design and editing plus efficient 2d toolpath calculation. Exported files from other cam programs may be used, though they should comply with the easel gcode specification. Jul 22, 2015 any one have an idea what post processor to use for cut3d. Editor for post processor customizations autodesk community. We also have a postprocessor for autodesk fusion360. Whether you batch edit your images lightly or do intensive editing sessions on a select few, there is a program for your.