Manufacturing (CAM)

Hello All, We have a Haas VF-2 with a Haas HRT210 rotary. I'm machining a block on 4 sides (AO, A90, A180, A270). Working off centerline of the rotary. The problem is that the posed gcode creates A0 and A180 in the correct orientation but A90 and A270 are flipped. In the attached picture specifically (WCS.jpg) depicts how I have the coordinates set up A0 being the top of the part (the face with the cbores).  A270 being the flat face in picture WCS_A270.jpg. Has anyone ran into this problem? Can this be fixed in the post processor application within creo? Thanks,Jostan

Hello. We got a Tormach 1100mx at our work and we use CREO 7.0 for our CAD/CAM. Unfortunately, I could not find a post processor for the Pathpilot on PTC's website. I am wondering if there is a post processor somewhere out there, or do I have to make my own Post processor. Thanks!

Sorry in advance if this looks confusing but I'm wondering if someone can shed some light on this. Looking to route a wire from off the screen at the top left to the center of the picture (where the wire is currently going) is there a reason it's not following the remaining section of the network (in black) to get to the connector?  My only guess as to why it's doing what it's currently doing is because  the intersection where it should go is to tight of an angle based on the bend radius of the wire.  If that is the problem is there a better way of fixing it besides adding more points in my network? Really wish the network would be more straight lines and then let the wire dictate the curve. Thanks 

Dear @KenFarley and @BryantMorgan, With reference to this topic! Is there a way to use Gpost to split an nc file in couple .tap-files?So that Gpost looks for time or length?   I would like to use this information to export an "SET", and then let GPOST split it into different TAP-parts (every tool has then his own NCL-File). That would make the explort of CL-Files easier.. because now we have to calculate every Step one by one becuase the NC-Machines/Worker prefer it that way.

Hello everyone, I want to output G-code like this for swivel head 3,4,5-axis milling. For 4 and 5 axes, required G43.4 before rotary motion, and for 3 axes, G43. Can someone point me to which section in the post-processor I need to modify to achieve the required code? plz check the attached post-processor file. and creo10 mfg file..(5-AXIS SWIVEL HEAD CLEANED PROGRAM)%O0001N3  G91 G28 Z0.               N4  G91 G28 X0. Y0.           N5  G91 G28 B0.              N6  G91 G28 C0.              N7  G00 G80 G40 G49 G90 G54  N8  G00 B0.N9  G00 C0.N15 T1 M06                  N16 S2387 M03             N18 G43.4 Z210.000 H1      N19 G00 X-100.000 Y-337.491 C-90. B90.N20 G00 Z-10.000N21 G00 Y-107.000N22

I am using Creo Parametric Release 8.0 and Datecode8.0.6.0Hello,when I only output Tapping sequnce's Gpost I want add the code M29 instead of M3 code.How can I do it.Thank you

Hello Everyone Does anyone know how to adjust the CL tool path player simulation speed. With the slider set to as slow as possible, it is way too fast to see anything useful, there must be a way to alter the playback speed of the tool path player. Thank you Peter

While using the Creo plugin within Hexagon’s PC-DMIS to load an MBD model, I’m seeing some additional dimensions in PC-DMIS that were not actually created in Creo MBD Model.I’ve checked the annotations and combination states—everything looks clean in Creo. Is this a known issue with the plugin or PMI interpretation?Any suggestions to control or filter what PC-DMIS reads from the Creo model would be helpful.

While importing MBD .prt models into Creo NC:The Annotate tab is not visible, preventing access to combination states.Cross sections are lost, and PMI data is not retained.Looking for guidance on how to properly import an MBD model into Creo NC.Are there specific settings or configurations required to enable full PMI and combination state support?

Having some trouble with flattening a small harness with 2 wires. It's a very simple harness with a connector on one end and then 2 eyelets on the other. Ideally for the drawing Id like to have each wire coming out relative to where it would on the real connector. The picture shows about as good as I can get it.  Anything I try seems to screw it up in some form. Using the move segment tool works in some cases but if for example I want to move the red wire to the correct position I can move it but as soon as I confirm it it disappears from the window and in the model tree that part of the flatten harness turns red. So I delete it and have to re-flatten that section.  If I try and auto fan it it makes a big mess where the cables are twisted together. I have tried using the twist command but I can't seem to get that working either. There are times where I can get the connector to look right with the wires but then there is a twist going towards the eyelets and I still

Im running in Creo 10.0.3.0 and am having an issue getting usable code to post. My manufacturing assembly is generating toolpaths and everything simulates correctly. I am able to generate and save a CL file, no problem. When I go to 'Post a CL File', I choose the CL that was made, and select uncx01.p11 from the PP menu. We are using Haas VF4 mills and although this post is labeled for VF8 mills, we have had other engineers post code without issue in the past. The problem is nobody recalls what(if any) additional setup needed to be done. After I choose my post, I get a command prompt window displaying "NCL record= 200 ENTER PROGRAM NUMBER" I enter a short number like 0001 and I get the following log file: Log FileNC-GPOST Mill, Version 6.8 P-20.0, Copyright(c) 2020Build number=0279Date=08-19-2025 Time=09:54:02Input File=op010_FILE_mill.ncl.1Option File=uncx01.p11Filter File=uncx01.f11*** Tape length 12.00 Cycle time 1.48 Warnings 0 ***Date=08-19-2025 Time=09:54:

I'm using Creo 12.4.0 When changing the "circ_interpolation" factor, arc_only seems to be broken: "Points Only" simulation does the cut correctly: "Arc only" simulation only does the lead-in and lead-out:This is for a trajectory toolpath.  But it also applies to thread milling.  The "Arc Only" path cuts the lead-in/lead-out only and doesn't cut around the part like it should.  Both appear correct in the toolpath display, but on the simulation (and in real life) the paths are broken. Toolpath Display for either setting: Am I doing something wrong, or is this a bug?  The workaround is to choose "points only", but this makes really huge gcode files.  And if I forget to change the setting, it can crash the tools.  

Hello, I have a question about restricting the tool within the milling window in high-speed machining (HSM), similar to volume milling. I would be very thankful if someone could share any sample files of HSM. regardsAsif 

Requesting EMX team to separate "Return pin" from ejector pin category.  The issue is during cleaning up ejector pins using command " delete all ejector pins" , this return pins will also get deleted and need to reassign all the references related to it. kindly check.

Hi everyone,I’m currently exploring Creo’s multi-axis manufacturing capabilities, specifically for impeller machining. I’ve already programmed and machined an impeller using Creo Multi-Axis, but all the strategies—roughing, blade finishing, and hub machining—had to be created manually. (Please see attached picture.)Other CAM software like Mastercam and Siemens NX offer dedicated modules or toolpaths tailored for impellers and other bladed components.So I’d like to ask:Does Creo offer any specialized tools or modules for 5-axis impeller machining?Are there built-in strategies for blade-to-blade finishing, tool tilting and collision avoidance, and roughing in deep/narrow passages?What about hub finishing with smooth transitions?Or is everything expected to be built manually through generic multi-axis features?I’d appreciate input from anyone who has experience machining turbomachinery parts in Creo.Thanks in advance!

Profile Milling with Tool Compensation and Ramp Entry or helical for Internal Profile Hello CREO Users,I am working on a milling operation for an internal profile (similar to a valve seat geometry) in Creo Manufacturing. My objective is to machine the internal contour using tool radius compensation (CUTCOM) and to ensure smooth ramp transitions between Z-level passes or using helical folling the profile to avoid marks on the final surface.I have tried the following approaches:The Cut Line strategy allows helical movements and smooth transitions between passes, but it does not support tool radius compensation (CUTCOM). This is a requirement for my process.The Profile Milling strategy does support CUTCOM, but it does not offer ramp or spiral entry between Z-level cuts. As a result, the tool plunges vertically at each level, which causes unwanted marks and steps in the internal diameter of the part.I've tried to explore all the SCAN_TYPE parameters. LEAD_IN and LEAD_OUT approach but

Hello, I receive the errror message listed in subject line when trying to post an NC file.  I have set the "ncpost_type" setting in the configuration editor previously.  I am using Creo 9.   Any help is appreciated.  

Hello  Is Creo Parametric CAM software outputting tilted work plane or dynamic fixture offsets?If yes, then how do  we use it with the combination of the post-processor regards Asif

hello experts I am asif from Karachi, Pakistan i have a question about the Creo post processor. How to add Pivot distance in dual rotary table 5-axis machine with PTC Creo. and  Swivel-Type (Head-Head) 5-Axis CNC in creo post processor. Please check the pic of the machine configuration. i want to update the post processor for both machines. Please guide. regards Asif

I'm trying to use a subroutine to create multiple parts in one program.  But instead of incrementing the position each time, it just cuts the first part position over and over again.  I've tried absolute / incremental, and I've tried the different "base coordinate system" options, and they all have the same effect.  My post isn't set up for subroutine program calls, so I always have "Copy CL" selected.  The simulation shows all 400 parts being cut correctly, but on the machine, only the first position is cut (over and over). It always outputs a fixture coordinate system (G110, G111, G112, etc.) and the X/Y positions just stay the same in each block.  I want the X/Y positions to increment with each block.  Anybody know what I'm doing wrong?  Or if there is some post option I need to edit? 

 Hi everyone, I just got access to Creo 11 and I'm struggling with one of the new features they added.For this model I want to use 4 axis HSM, however even if I select the B axis as rotatory (which means it rotates around the Y axis) the machining area I can select is always a cylinder around the Z axis and I can't figure out how to change it. My work center settings also specify it revolves around the Y axis but it just doesn't allow me to change the axis of the machining area. Any idea on how to solve this?

Good day.Has anyone encountered this error message in the log of messages?No relations have been defined for this model.I am seeing this in a few of our programs but cannot seem to find any "wrong" relations within the various parts or sequences.This creates an extremely long set of log messages which cannot seem to be resolved.I have found this article from Creo3 (2015) but with zero answer to this specific message inside, despite mentioning it... Currently on Creo 9.https://www.ptc.com/en/support/article/CS196584If there are no relations and it  provides this error, is Creo indicating a requirement for relations in the sequences?Any help would be much appreciated.

Would anyone care to comment on the Mold Machining Extension (MMX)?  What does it offer over and above what is in the NC complete set module for 3 axis milling?

Hello Creo experts,I have a question regarding volume milling. I have often chosen to use rough or HSM sequences instead of volume milling for roughing operations. However, I've noticed that the cycle time for HSM and rough sequences is not as good as I expected. Despite being named high-speed milling, the cycle time is actually longer than the volume milling cycle for the same pocket size. Can you please advise on the parameters I may be missing to achieve a shorter cycle time compared to volume milling on the same size pocket?Regards,Asif Fisa

Hello, dear community members!I want to design a mold cavity, but I am stuck on "Volume Split." I can't run this command, and after doing some research, I noticed that the problem is related to the "Parting Surface." I received the following error: The parting surface has 3 contour(s), make sure that each is necessary. Could you please help me solve it? Please check the attachments as well.