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When making a 3D line from recalled features, the first feature selected determines the origin of the line, the other(s) the direction. So if you select in the wrong order, the axis made from the line may end up flipped.

Hallo, ich hätte eine Frage zu den benutzerdefinierten Protokollkopfvariablen. Und zwar habe ich hier ein Spindelfeld, dass per Liste ausgewählt wird. Dies ist mein Inhalt der userfields.ini [u_spindel] name=SPINDEL editMode=false runMode=true selectiveList=true editable=false selectiveListValues=u_spindel_list kValue=20008 [u_spindel_list] 0=Keine Spindel 1=1 bzw. Links 2=2 bzw. Rechts 3=3 4=4 Jetzt habe aber leider der Bediener noch zusätzlich die Auswahl nichts einzutragen. Das ist ungünstig. Wie hier zu sehen kann der Bediener unter der 4 ein leeres Feld wählen und somit das Spindelfeld leer machen. Gibt`s eine Möglichkeit die Auswahl wirklich auf die vorgegebene Liste zu beschränken?

Hi, the same limitation appears, so the simple answer is 'No'. Again, it's not about the calculation of the needed transformation, it's the expectation that every parametric works in the way the user would expect it and that can't be ensured for arbitrary planes. Therefore we don't support it because you as a customer would have to check each command and their parameters manually after applying the transformation. Regards

When we had set up a customized moveable ProMax rack on our ancient MC550 years ago, we also received a shorter master probe. But years later a maintenance guy told me that by using a shorter master probe, the CMM would use the wrong CAA data to correct the measured points. I have no idea if he was right. What I do know is that CAA subdivides the measurement volume into small cubes (?) and and CAA data is determined for each of them. So if the master probe is the reference for all the other probes, what the tech guy said seems to make sense at first glance, but I'm lacking full knowledge about CAA, so I can't say for sure.

Still a known but not realized functionality to set this directly in GEAR PRO.

Thank you for anwser. I understand now that an arbitrary mirror is difficult to achieve in the case of a parametric mirror. Just an idea: would it be possible to temporarily shift (and possibly rotate) the part so that the intended mirror plane coincides exactly with the origin of the default coordinate system? In that case, I could use the Mirror Evaluation, since the mirror operation would only need to be performed about the X/Y/Z planes. Afterwards, the part could be transformed back to its original position. Is this technically feasible, and is there any functionality that would support this approach?

Hi, open the PiWeb Designer -> Edit -> Replace. Search for ${Qdb.MeasurementValueForFirstCharacteristic(1, -1)} and replace it with ${if Equal(Qdb.Characteristic(12010), "Textelement") then null else Qdb.MeasurementValueForFirstCharacteristic(1, -1)}

Hi, have you assigned a value to the variables in the inspection plan or at CNC startup? What do you see in PiWeb Reporting when you assign the system variable ${Qdb.Measurement(20001, -1)} to a text field, for example? Assuming you have assigned the user field to the key field (20001 - 20010).

Also havent tested it myself, but this should be the app. https://software-store.zeiss.com/de/products/apps/mirror-project-elements#version-history

so, load dxf on other MMt, record the program, and load the .sab file in an other program in your new CMM

I think there is an app for mirroring whole program - never tested by myself

Retract distance = (hole dia - probe dia) / 2 Clearance distance on a circle or cylinder is parallel to the axis.

I’m trying to qualify a new stylus on a ZEISS system using a VAST XXT sensor and I’m running into issues with the qualification path “shanking out.” Current setup: Sensor: VAST XXT Reference sphere: 8 mm Stylus: 1 mm ruby star stylus (M3 XXT, DK1 L40) The path that the qualification wants to take is 'shanking' out. After some research, it looks like I may need to switch to a 'Six Points' option under the Mode section of the Probing Systems Qualification menu. However, my drop down menu in the mode section only shows "Qualify passive stylus" as an option. Do I need the 'Six Points' option under the mode section in order to qualify the 1mm star probe? If yes, how do I get this added? If no, how do I qualify this stylus? From this thread, the author states that a custom sphere was used for the initial qualification; I'm hoping this isn't the only solution:

Good morning/Evening! -Currently working in Zeiss Inspect 2025 utilizing Atos 5 Scanbox system. I have a program for a Right hand part that works great and would like to just swap out the CAD with the Left hand version. Each time I try this, the measurement series reorganizes all the scanning positions and throws collision errors. The fixturing is identical and the part is a perfect mirror. Is there a simple way to just mirror my current CAD model and just re-add the two callouts that i have?

Maybe you can try healing the model again? Hope that works?

Thank you for the support Maciej

Nominal and vectors in the Polyline can cause this effect, if they are not absolute zero the results will be based off the nominal value for Z. If your vectors in the polyline are not normal, it could have an effect.

Curious if there is a way without PCM to automatically close the Gear Pro program after the PDF report is generated at the end of the run?

The .1mm would place your stylus in the center from Nominal, not from actual, but it should work out. As for the Clearance Distance, use the default then set the speed to 10. The stylus will move into the hole very slowly. Got to: Resources Feature settings editor Travel Speed (Set to 10).

Sweet. We have a new machine coming in with the articulating head but our current does not have it.

Hallo Messtechniker, mit der neuen ISO GPS muss ich mich noch anfreunden. Habe ein Zahnrad mit einer Abdachung. Die Planfläche am Zahnrad ist Bezug A , die Bohrung Bezug B, der volle Zahn Bezug C. Die Abdachung soll symmetrisch zum vollen Zahn sein. Mit der alten Version (ich weiß , dass ich diese noch anwenden kann ) war es einfacher. Ich hätte A und B ausgerichtet bei C einen Symmetriepunkt gemessen und dann die beiden abgedachten Flächen geschnitten. Den Schnittpunkt konnte man dann als Symmetrie auswerten. Ein Schnittpunkt funktioniert mit der neuen ISO GPS nicht mehr. Wollte auf diesen schrägen Flaächen auch keinen Symmetriepunkt messen. Habt ihr eine Idee so etwas sicher zu messen? Danke! Symmetrie.pdf

https://portal.zeiss.com/knowledge-base?id=910456 RC Lists are used to define angles used on an RDS (articulating) head. The knowledge base article can help you get started.

Calypso 2025. I am logged in as the Master. Not sure what RDS is.

A few questions to get the ball rolling. Which version of Calypso are you using? Are you logged in as Master? Is your simulation using a probe with RDS?

I'm attempting to get my Planner setup but my Create RC List button is grayed out. What am I doing wrong?