Post processor for lazer
Post processor for lazer
I have downloaded the post processor for the lazer and copied it to the PostP file. Also have created a new tool within the tool library (standard end mill). The problem I'm having is when trying to select the lazer post processor, the only one appearing is the one used for the spindle (.mm). Can someone tell me what I'm doing wrong? Thanks!
- scotttarnor
- Vectric Wizard
- Posts: 943
- Joined: Fri Aug 30, 2019 11:40 pm
- Model of CNC Machine: Piranha XL , Shark HD520
- Location: La Crosse WI
Re: Post processor for lazer
Try creating the laser as an engraving bit instead of an end mill.
Scott T
@scottscnc
@scottscnc
- gkas
- Vectric Wizard
- Posts: 1451
- Joined: Sun Jan 01, 2017 3:39 am
- Model of CNC Machine: Aspire, Axiom AR8 Pro+, Axiom 4.2W Laser
- Location: Southern California
Re: Post processor for lazer
I have my non-Vectric supported Axiom (J-Tech) laser defined as an endmill. No problem. Works fine.
- Adrian
- Vectric Archimage
- Posts: 14645
- Joined: Thu Nov 23, 2006 2:19 pm
- Model of CNC Machine: ShopBot PRS Alpha 96x48
- Location: Surrey, UK
Re: Post processor for lazer
Sounds like you're saying that the post processor you've installed is not showing rather than an issue with the tool.
Are you 100% sure you've installed it correctly? What version of Aspire are you running? Are you using the laser module or using the laser with the standard toolpaths?
Are you 100% sure you've installed it correctly? What version of Aspire are you running? Are you using the laser module or using the laser with the standard toolpaths?
- martin54
- Vectric Archimage
- Posts: 7343
- Joined: Fri Nov 09, 2012 2:12 pm
- Model of CNC Machine: Gerber 48, Triac PC, Isel fixed gantry
- Location: Kirkcaldy, Scotland
Re: Post processor for lazer
As Adrian has said sounds like the post processor itself isn't showing, if you are running the lattest version of the software (V11) have you added the laser post processor to the list of post processors associated with your machine?
- adze_cnc
- Vectric Wizard
- Posts: 4364
- Joined: Sat Jul 27, 2013 10:08 pm
- Model of CNC Machine: AXYZ 4008
- Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Re: Post processor for lazer
Did you exit Aspire and restart it after copying the .pp file to the post processor folder? This allows Aspire to re-read the list of post processor.