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Setting Z-Axis Origin With Tool Setter
1.
Verify tool setter parameters are correct
according to Verifying Default Parameters
on Page 23.
2.
Clamp workpiece to table, insert cutter, and
load G-code to controller.
3.
Place tool setter on top of table or workpiece.
4.
Manually move X- and Y-axes so cutter is
directly above tool setter (see Figure 25).
Tool
Setter
Figure 25. Cutter over tool setter.
5.
Hold down MENU button, press ON/OFF
button, then release both buttons together.
Spindle will lower until cutter reaches tool set-
ter, then raise slightly.
Note: Tool setter uses a magnet to determine
cutter position. Z-axis origin is set at base of
tool setter.
Model G0931 (Mfd. Since 02/21)
Cutter
Creating G-Code File
Before operations can be run on the Model
G0931, a toolpath must be designed and con-
verted to G-code. CAM software converts a CAD
model into G-code, which defines a toolpath for
the project, and then formats the G-code into a
machine specific dialect via a post-processor.
This machine does not read advanced formatting
by default; it only runs letter addresses for simple
axis movement. Review Changing Advanced
Settings on Page 33 for information about turning
on additional G-code functions.
An operator could also write G-code manually.
Often, this is more efficient than designing and
processing through CAD/CAM. In addition, knowl-
edge of G-code is integral to refining toolpaths
produced by CAM software.
Items Needed
CAD/CAM Software or Text Editor .................... 1
USB Drive 16GB or Less ................................... 1
To create G-code:
1.
Load CAD file into CAM software. Take into
consideration what type of material will be cut
and what type of cutter will be used. Make
note of where you will place clamps.
2.
Run post-processing application to export
G-code.
Note: Use post-processing options specific
to the Model G0931 or the RichAuto A11
controller when available. If a post-processor
for this machine isn't available, use a post-
processor with minimal formatting.
3.
Do a practice run within software to identify
any areas of concern (double-check feed/
speed rates, depth of cut, and direction cutter
will be traveling).
4.
Review G-code and simplify code if needed.
5.
Export G-code to USB drive in .NC, .PLT,
.TAP, or .TXT format.
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