Backplotter for program verification

Hi Guys

Who uses a backplotter for CNC program verification. I run Fanuc mills with Macro B. I'm currently using NC Plot and although it works I find myself fighting with the software as much as I do my macro programs. I think I've outgrown it and need something a little more robust.

I've downloaded CNC Cookbook's G-Wizard and I'm trying it out right now. I'm having trouble passing a variable through to to a sub program. My program is right but the software is giving me an error. I've put an email in to them and it's been a few days. Haven't heard a thing yet.

I'll spend a few bucks on software, I need it to be fast and good. I do all my programming by hand. We are an OEM and I'll run the same parts and same program for years. if it can also do the old Fadal 88Hs programs I would be very happy. I usually run them at the controller in graphics which is not as convenient as sitting at my desk.

Thanks
Don

barbter said:

Don,
NCPlot is an exceptionally fine piece of software. You'll find a lot of support for it here...

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I've deleted it and reinstalled it. It seems to be working ok today. I had a couple of days where I was pulling my hair out to get it to run. It kept locking up when I moved the variable display toolbar. Then I'd have to reload the program. It was very frustrating. I also had V2.31 and V2.34 on my machine. I wiped them all out and did a fresh reload. All is well.

Thanks for the reply. One of my employees told me to relax, chill out. Maybe I need to go fishing. lol

Don

Bwana Don said:

I've deleted it and reinstalled it. It seems to be working ok today. I had a couple of days where I was pulling my hair out to get it to run. It kept locking up when I moved the variable display toolbar. Then I'd have to reload the program. It was very frustrating. I also had V2.31 and V2.34 on my machine. I wiped them all out and did a fresh reload. All is well.

Thanks for the reply. One of my employees told me to relax, chill out. Maybe I need to go fishing. lol

Don

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I was having the same issue for a bit. Email the author, Scott Martinez, and explain your issues. He's very helpful and motivated to fix any bugs in his software.