Pierce Counter

[modelaratrod]

I can get the counter to work if I export and import as a dxf but can not get it to work if I use the machining cut tool "scissors" in TM8 and then open g code in TM4, which is how I set my feed rate.

Anyone have the pierce counter working using the cut tool scissors?

 

[Dnmeistr-LECS]

When you output a file in TM Cad is creates a gcode file so there is no chance for the conversion from DXF and inserting the proper commands once imported into TM4. The fix is to modify your Macros under M-Code Definitions page of TM4, look at your macro that designates the Start, insert the G160 command after the code that tells the torch to turn on. Such as if the Plasma on command is M50, insert G160 after that line once you edit the macro.

 

[modelaratrod]

Thanks Dennie, here's the M-Code Definitions > edit M-Code Macro. Is this where the G160 goes?

 

[Dnmeistr-LECS]

Yes insert the line after the M20 command, create another line next line down, it will read:
M20
G160
M101 I1