Mastercam Information
Mastercam Post Processor Information
First, choose the version of Mastercam you have to download the necessary mcam-content files:
*Please note that 2023 and higher are links to Mastercam’s Tech Exchange, where you can download the most recent version of the available post processor. All posts for 2023 and up are Kinetic Control compatible.
Mastercam 2023 V2 - Kinetic Control Compatible
Mastercam 2022 V2 - Not Kinetic Control Compatible. Please update to Mastercam 2023 for Kinetic Control compatibility.
INSTALLING AN MCAM-CONTENT FILES:
To extract the contents of the mcam-content file:
Save the mcam-content file to your computer
Using Windows File Explorer, browse to this mcam-content file
Drag and drop this mcam-content file onto the Mastercam icon on your desktop, or onto the graphics area of Mastercam.
Machine Simulation
To run the Machine Sim click below to download all the files needed to run the machine simulation on your computer:
V2-10 and V2-50 Machine Simulation File
V1 Machine Simulation File
After downloading the appropriate file, install it using the mcam-content installation steps listed above.
Older Version (X9) Installation:
The files you will need are in the zipped file and include:
Paste files 1, 2 and 3 in the following directory location:
Users > Public > Public Documents > shared mcamx9 > CNC_MACHINES
Paste files 4 and 5 in the following directory location:
Users > Public > Public Documents > shared mcamx9 > mill > Posts
With these files in location open Mastercam and navigate to:
MACHINE TYPE -> MILL -> Manage list
In this location find “Generic PocketNC 5X Mill.mmd-9” and “Generic PocketNC 5X Mill MM.MMD-9”
The difference between these two mill formats is related to the unit output:
Metric - Generic PocketNC 5X Mill MM.MMD-9
English - Generic PocketNC 5X Mill.mmd-9
Select either or both of these machines and click "Add" to move these machines onto the standard mill selection in the Mastercam interface.
Work Coordinate System Tutorial
If you are new to Mastercam or programming 5 axis, this tutorial would be a good introduction to get the hang of things: