| WordToolSheet.bas is a macro to create a custom tools sheet using Microsoft Word. The sheet will list the tools in the order they appear in the Operations List |
V17.0.1.62 and above |
| Reverse_Boring.bas is a 2.5D user defined feature (Applications). This will give you the ability to make a back spot face feature, using “user defined features”. |
v14.0.1 and above |
| SavePostwithDoc.bas is a macro that will save the post processor path with the active document. The path to the active post is saved as a document attribute when NC code is generated. The macro will set the active post to this path when this document is opened or switched to from another document. Works with all FeatureCAM document types (Milling, Multiple fixture, Tombstone, Turning, Wire EDM). |
v14.3.0.21 and above |
DisplayMultiTurretNCCodeInHTMLFormat.bas is a macro that allows user to view nc code for multiple turrets in parallel. The nc code for multiple turrets is aligned by sync codes (lower and upper bounds of sync numbers are integer values specified by the user) and displayed In html file.
Remark: the document must be opened and cnc file has to be loaded prior to the macro execution. |
v14.2.0.16 and above |
| Backplotter.bas is a macro that reads in a nc-file and tries to backplot the moves described in it. Add this script to the list of add-ins. Run this basic macro from the view menu. A file open dialog will be presented. Use it to locate and open the nc-file. The script will parse the nc-file and create a number of toolpath edit features. Assign a tool to each of the feature and it is ready to be simulated. |
v13.1.0.46 and above |
| AddThread.bas This macro lets the user to maintain his/her own list of standard threads. The personal thread database is stored in a csv file (can be opened in excel) in the same directory as the macro resides under the name std_thread_database.csv. When this macro is executed a dialog appears from where the user can choose his standard thread from a list. Threads and Taps can be created using this macro. An example database is included as in the file std_thread_database.csv which can be edited by the user to add or remove entries. The user can add metric thread standards by specifying mm in the dimensions colum of the csv file. IMPORTANT: For metric threads the pitch must be specified and not the TPI. Posted 9/11/06 |
V13.1.0.46 and Above. |
| CustomViews.bas This macro shows how you can manipulate the view using the SetViewVector method. This macro creates a "Views" toolbar and populates it with buttons. Requires 9.2.0.06. Posted 1/10/03 |
9.2.0.06 and Above |
| HorizontalViews.bas This macro set views (left, right, isometric, top, front) as if viewed on a horizontal spindle machine. Creates a toolbar and buttons. Requires 9.2.0.06. Posted 10/20/04 |
| Add stock and tool info to NC code.bas -- Automatically adds the stock information and tool list to the beginning of the NC code. Requires V9.3.0.16. Posted 1/7/03 |
9.3.0.16 and Above |
| Setup notes.bas -- Adds setup notes to NC code. Each setup has its own dialog to enter notes. Each line input into the dialog is inserted as a line in the NC code. NOTE: this macro uses the same technique as the "add tool list" macro, and uses the pseudo reserved word "Setup-Info" in the post. (See "add tool list" macro above for post specifics). Default comments can be specified or changed by editing the macro. Look for a comment "modify this section for default setup info" for the place to make the change. Creates "setup notes" toolbar and button. Click button to access setup dialog. Posted 2/15/05 |
| Volume and cg of solids.bas -- Returns volume and center of gravity for each solid in the .fm document. Requires V9.3.0.16 or greater. Posted 1/6/03 |
9.3.0.16 and Above |
| DrillRetractGougeCheck.bas -- Automatically run through all the operations of a part, using the simulation to figure out which operations need to lift up to the retract plane and which ones can stay down low at the plunge clearance. Posted 8/22/02. |
9.2.0.09 and Above |
| FindShortestExposedLength.bas -- For every operation, search through the entire tool database looking for the tool with the shortest exposed length that does not cause a tool holder gouge. Updated 2/06/03. |
11.0.0.04 and Above |
| PostToAgie.bas, AGIE-SBL.CNC & AGIE-ISO.CNC -- Create NC output files (ISO, SBR, SBL) that can be sent directly to Agie Wire EDM machines. Located in the Posts folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.2.0.04 and Above |
| FadalMacroTopOfFile.bas -- Uses the Application_PostNCCreate hook to save macros at the top of the file for Fadal style posts (and others). You need this example post: Fadal with subroutines.cnc |
Lasted tested with 10.3.0.07 |
| SaveAndSend.bas -- Save the NC code and then send it to HyperTerminal, all in one button click. Here is a sample HyperTerminal configuration file. |
9.3.0.14 and Above |
| CenterIndexedStock.bas -- Center the stock about the stock axis for purpose of indexing. Located in the Addins folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.0.2.11 and Above |
| MakeHexagon.bas -- Make lines that form a hexagon around the selected arc or circle. Located in the Addins folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.0.2.11 and Above |
| MakeStockGeometry.bas -- Make geometry (lines) that coincide with the stock. Located in the Addins folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.0.2.11 and Above |
| MoveSetupToUL.bas -- Move the setup to the upper left corner of the stock (against the hard jaw). Located in the Addins folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.0.2.11 and Above |
| NewDocumentLayers.bas -- Automate shop practice by initializing a new document with particular layers. Located in the Addins folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.0.2.11 and Above |
| SelectHeight.bas -- Select surfaces and faces at a height that matches a selected object. Located in the Addins folder of your FeatureCAM installation. |
9.0.2.11 and Above |
| WordSheet.bas -- Create a custom operations sheet using Microsoft Word. (Updated 10/26/07) |
9.3 and Above |
| Lathe Tool Details.bas -- Creates a custom tool list for turning setups using Microsoft Word. Details include tool name, tool slot, insert angle, tip radius, setup name, program name, date and part file name. |
| SetupSheet.bas -- Create a custom operations sheet and custom tool sheet using HTML. |
9.3 and Above |
| lineFromPoint2YWithAngle.bas -- A geometry constructor. Allow user to create a line from a point to a Y coordinate with an angle. |
10.0.3.01 and Above |
| Cincinnati Probing.bas -- Probing cycles. Also requires special posts 850probe.cnc, 850SXTProbe.CNC, ac2100Probe.cnc. |
10.1.0.06 and Above |
| Time Sheet.bas -- Track the time spent working on a part. Created 8/11/2003, posted 10/13/2003. |
10.2.1.03 and Above |
| SetHoleToZRapid.bas -- This macro is intended to be run on a part that has holes that have "combine holes in macro" checked. By default, when you check this, all of the holes retract to the plunge clearance (G99). This macro will set all hole operations to retract to the initial plane (G98 - Z rapid). Creates a toolbar and button when loaded. Button/bar will be removed when macro is unloaded. Created 5/1/03. |
9.3.0.24 and Above |
| DeleteAllDimensions.bas -- This macro iterates through each model object and if it is a dimension, selects it. After all dimensions are selected, The selected items are deleted. Creates a CAD toolbar if one does not exist and populates it with a DeleteDimensions button. Removes button/deletes bar if empty when macro is unloaded. Created 10/21/03. |
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| ConvertSelectedHolesToThreaded.bas -- Convert the selected plain holes to be tapped or threaded features. A dialog box comes up that asks you what you want to do. Created 12/12/04. |
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| post crib sim config mat chooser.bas -- This macro gives the user the ability to switch between post options, tool cribs, simulation options, machining configfurations and materials by visiting just one place. Works with both milling and turning. Updated 5/4/2006. |
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| LineExtendToAnotherLine.bas -- A geometry constructor. First you pick two lines. Then you call this macro. This macro extends the first line to the intersection of the two lines. If the lines don't actually intersect, then it extends the first line to the imaginary intersection. Created 1/27/04. |
Developed & Tested in 10.4.0.05, but probably works in earlier versions. |
| LoadConfigForMaterial.bas -- When the material is changed, the macro looks for a matching configuration file. These files must be created by the user for each material. The files are loaded from the FeatureCAM directory structure, typically "C:Program FilesFeatureCAMConfigurations. |
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| CopyMyConfiguration.bas -- This macro copies the "My Configuration" configuration to the current document. |
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| tapped hole recognition by tap drill diameter .bas -- Creates tapped hole features during hole feature recognition if the recognized diameter is a tap drill size. Also sets TPI based on tap drill size. Inch threads only at this time |
10.4.0.01 and Above |
| BlamNCCode.bas -- Ever get tired of clicking Show Centerline and then the NC Code tab just to get the code? This macro runs the show centerline under the covers and displays the code in the NC Results Window with a single click. Note: You'll have to put up your own button and assign the macro to it. (see "How to Run The Examples" in the FeatureCAM API Help) Posted 2/15/2005 |
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| Remove all tool slot overrides in the current crib -- This macro will remove any tool slot assignments for all tools in the current crib. With the introduction of V2005 tool mapping changes a quick method of unsetting all overrides was needed. This macro satisfies that need. Creates a toolbar and button when activated |
11.2.0.23 May work in earlier versions. |
