topic Re: Post processor for AU Multicam in HSM Post Processor Forum

Post processor for AU Multicam

Anonymous — Wed, 11 May 2016 04:15:00 GMT

Hi all just after some support with an Australian cnc router machine. I can run cam off Fusion 360 using th opticut generic post but this has no tool changer features and is jumpy running on the machine.

We use Enroute 5 entry with a custom Aus A2MC controller post.

I will atach a notpad version the .cnf file. There is a .pst file as well but I cant open it.

I am wondering if I am better off tweaking the opticut post from Fusion to my needs or can I edit the .cnf file to suit ?

We also have a USA built Gerber Saber that I would like to try on Fusion ( once it is repaired ) is there any posts that would suit this machine?

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

skidsolo — Mon, 16 May 2016 16:19:35 GMT

Here is a Australian version of the Multicam post. You would need to provide a known good working NC progrm for the Gerber router, for us to make a new post.

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

Anonymous — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 09:46:40 GMT

Oh wow i missed this reply thank you for the file I will try first thing tomorow

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

Anonymous — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 21:50:59 GMT

Well it seems to get the tool and start up all ok but I have an issue with the g54 and the radius in code. My machine has a G56 home point and uses I-J placement code. Is this hard to change in the post?

I have attached a post from Enroute for a reference on what our controller accepts.

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

skidsolo — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 13:22:23 GMT

The two issues you have are an easy fix 🙂 the post processor has user properties assigned at the start of the post, you can override these at the time of posting.

// user-defined properties
properties = {
  writeMachine: true, // write machine
  writeTools: true, // writes the tools
  preloadTool: false, // preloads next tool on tool change if any
  showSequenceNumbers: true, // show sequence numbers
  sequenceNumberStart: 1, // first sequence number
  sequenceNumberIncrement: 1, // increment for sequence numbers
  optionalStop: true, // optional stop
  o8: false, // specifies 8-digit program number
  separateWordsWithSpace: true, // specifies that the words should be separated with a white space
  useRadius: true, // specifies that arcs should be output using the radius (R word) instead of the I, J, and K words.
  useParametricFeed: false, // specifies that feed should be output using Q values
  showNotes: true // specifies that operation notes should be output.
};

you can edit the post with an editor (preferably notepad ++) and change useRadius:true to false. dont forget the comma . Or you can just override this at run posting time. Editing will be permanent, overriding is sticky but could be overwritten if you reinstall.

The second issue of the work fixture offset G54, you can change the output by editing the setup. The default work fixture offset is 0 which equates to G54. I you change it to 2 you will get G55, 3= G56, 4= G57 and so on.

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

MichaelLockhart3046 — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 04:32:21 GMT

Hi Leon,

i know this is an old post buthow did you get on with the post processor? did you manage to get it to work properly with the ATC?

Regards,

Michael

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

Anonymous — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:44:33 GMT

Hi yes this is fully functional with the 8 tool ATC on our multicam router

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

shawn_ryan — Thu, 23 May 2019 14:19:25 GMT

Hi leon,

How is the setup working. Any tips for new payers? Considering the purchase of a Multicam System M-1212 CNC Router including a Tool Change Carousel with the A2MC controller.

Rgs,
Shawn

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

Anonymous — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 02:38:48 GMT

Hi Shawn yea the post works great still. I do not use it often as i would like but will do the job!

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam- setup for Inventor CAM

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Jun 2020 04:46:32 GMT

G'day from Adelaide SA,

We have a MuiltiCam M1212 and it hasn't been used much at all.

I'm looking to set it up and do 3D wing profiles for our students and as I can see a Multicam Post in Inventor Ultimate 2021 CAM, I am wondering if there was anyone who's set it up in a part and assemble set of files?

I assume it would be a good idea to model a base sheet and then put my foam blocks to be cut on top of that?

Also assuming I would need to put the WCS at the corner of the base sheet?

Please if anyone has set this up before it will be most helpful as what I've seen refers to using Fusion 360 and as most of our tech staff are using inventor I thought it would be best to stick with that and build up a set op parameter files and tutorials for our students and staff.

I tried to set a file up but when I back plotted the program in HSM edit it has the tool inverted in Z?

From what I can see, it would drive through the table and Machine in the -z?

Thanks in advanced if you can help

Steve

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam- setup for Inventor CAM

Anonymous — Sun, 14 Jun 2020 05:36:09 GMT

Hi Steve

depending the age of your machine it should be doable

Send me an email and i can run you through some of the setup points.

leoncarter83@bigpond.com

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

AdamShervey — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 01:08:50 GMT

@skidsolo hey mate u seem particularly well versed in all of this stuff, im using the same brand of router as leon but a different model, do u think u can help me out with a post for my machine? it is a multicam sr2515, ik others have this machine too and id like to share anything i can get back to them too, any help is appreciated

Re: Post processor for AU Multicam

rmartinsW2QQJ — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:10:51 GMT

Hi guys,

We have a Multicam 1212 (A2MC) Model: Z3, and we're looking for the "mcamausgen64.vpl" MultiCAM Aus Post Processor, as well as "mcamgen64.vpl" to use our router directly from Fusion.

Does anyone know where I can find the file?

Autodesk says it is in the "Supported Post Processors List", but I can't find the actual file.

Thanks.