Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: G_Code sharing

Hi Doug,

I wrote my own controller, STEP4, and I put in what I call a
"conversational screen" to directly run the mill/lathe (and generate
Gcode). I have a pocket routine, and I'm looking to add others. And of
course I have (and use) G81...G86 canned routines that I use to drill
and bore.

I don't think I need a "bolt circle" routine, but a few more routines
would be nice! I still generate multiple hole part programs, and
contour programs using Vector CAD/CAM. But I'm always on the lookout
for more "canned" routines to add to my controller.

The lathe should be a good opportunity to add canned cycles. The way I
see it, the lathe operations (that I need, anyway) are much simpler,
mostly turning diameters of a specified length. I'd like to find a good
list of desirable lathe canned cycles to study.

The programming isn't necessarily that much, as there is already a
wealth of positioning code already in the controller. Loops, variables
and conditional operators add considerable help, it should be possible
to load and run a canned cycle consisting of Gcode, and PASS it a set of
variables.

I'm open to thoughts!

Alan KM6VV


doug98105 wrote:

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> Group,
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> IMO, the hobby type controls (EMC, etc) would be made much more
> powerful by the addition of a variety of canned cycles beyond the
> typical drilling type. Of course, this involves substantial
> programming on the control-author's part.
>