Post Processor Question

General Discussion
#1

Looking to see if it is possible to modify our existing 5 Axis post for a Mazak Integrex. Currently, our post is setup to move the tool to the machine home position (G28 X0, Y0 Z0) after each operation. This is a safety prevention in the event the next operation calls for the B-Axis to index to a different angle and keeps the machine from crashing.
What I was wondering is it possible to modify the post so that if the tool change is null in the next operation and the B-Axis angle does not change, then the machine does not return to the G28 home position.

This would greatly reduce our machine time.
Thanks

#2

Tips for Modifying Your Post Processor with BobCAD-CAM! (vimeo.com)

If you click on (vimeo.com) above it will show the video they did yesterday to modify your post.

Also make sure to safe your old post first.

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#3

I didn’t really see anything to address the question other than generic post modifications. Do you have any suggestions?

#4

Maybe ask Bobcad on this one. I am sure it is possible.

#5

Look at Block 4. in the post processor, the G28 call may be at the top of that block.