Posts by Mathieu Gilbert

Quote from Robodoc

You need FDE for Windows. Don't know anyone who is selling that anymore.

Quote from massula

This would require some sort of CAD-to-Path tool, and most of them cost money.

There is also the problem of MRC being an old controller and most software that can do this kind of task are probably not compatible with this generation of controller.

And, lastly, you would also need to use FDE for Windows to upload the produced jobs on MRC. Even bought second hand, it will also cost money.

That said, if you are planning make just 2D cuts (XY plane), there are some CAD-to-Path and/or DXF converters around Internet. If you have the time and skills, You can maybe adapt one of those solutions to your needs.

I have FDE and the physical "key", I just cant seem to be able to run the software on a newer pc. I have to get an old pc I think...

Quote from valkamar

Where exactly in the controller?
If possible, please elaborate.

I will send you a physical picture of mine in a couple hours.

Quote from Lemster68

What is wrong with programming it with the pendant?

I wanted to upload 2D jobs for plasma cnc for customized shape cutting. I have no idea how I could manually program the robot to follow the exact shape..unless you know o.o

The problem is I can't seem to get Motosim EG VRc without paying lots of money

Alright guys, I got my hand on a really really cheap Motoman SK16 with its controller (basically lower than metal price) from an university. I am converting this welding robot to plasma cutting and routing later on. However, even after reading all the manuals, I still don't get how to program the robot with a PC without paying thousands to do it. I don't even need online programming, It will basically cut metal sheets and thats about it so offline programming should work...?