Release Notes

Copyright © 2019 OPEN MIND Technologies AG

This document applies to hyperMILL and hyperMILL SHOP Viewer.

It contains notes about recent changes that are not described in the manual. All rights reserved. Since we continuously work on furtherdevelopments, we reserve the right to implement changes.

Last update: January 2019.

Table of Contents1. Supported software ....................................................................................................................... 5

Operating systems .................................................................................................................... 564-bit CAD platforms ................................................................................................................. 532-bit CAD platforms (Windows 7 only) ......................................................................................... 5Server operating systems (Licence Manager only) .......................................................................... 5NC interfaces .......................................................................................................................... 5Interfaces Tool database ............................................................................................................ 5Use of third-party software ......................................................................................................... 6

2. Installation and licensing ................................................................................................................. 7Supported languages ................................................................................................................ 7Parallel installations .................................................................................................................. 7

3. Notes on functions ........................................................................................................................ 95X strategies on machines with rotation axes not supporting endless rotation ....................................... 9Negative allowances ................................................................................................................. 95X Simultaneous Machining ....................................................................................................... 9Supported tool types ............................................................................................................... 10Feedrates ............................................................................................................................. 103D and 5X Rework Machining - Linking job - Compound job ............................................................ 10hyperCAD 2009.3: Select surfaces ............................................................................................. 10

4. Notes on older hyperMILL versions ................................................................................................. 11Postprocessors ...................................................................................................................... 11Thread Milling / Helical Drilling .................................................................................................. 112D Contour Milling .................................................................................................................. 11Toolpath segments with a Z component ...................................................................................... 11

5. Additions to the manual 2019.1 ...................................................................................................... 12Documentation in HTML5 format ............................................................................................... 12Set default browser for OPEN MIND software .............................................................................. 12hyperMILL SHOP Viewer ......................................................................................................... 12New variables available ........................................................................................................... 12Circular Probing ..................................................................................................................... 123D Point Probing .................................................................................................................... 12Turning - Roughing -hyperMILL MAXX Machining ......................................................................... 12Turning - Parting .................................................................................................................... 13Drilling - Back Boring ............................................................................................................... 13Drilling - Thread Milling (new) .................................................................................................... 133D Profile Finishing ................................................................................................................. 135X Swarf Cutting one Curve ..................................................................................................... 13Creating reports ..................................................................................................................... 13Macro technology ................................................................................................................... 13

6. Additions to the manual 2019.1 ServicePack 1 .................................................................................. 14Thread milling NEW ................................................................................................................ 145X Prismatic Fillet Finishing ...................................................................................................... 14hyperMILL VIRTUAL Machining Center ....................................................................................... 14Automation Tire Machining ....................................................................................................... 14Postprocessors ...................................................................................................................... 14

7. Bug fixes hyperMILL 2019.1 Service Pack 1 ..................................................................................... 152D Contour Grinding on 3D Model ............................................................................................. 15Helical Drilling ........................................................................................................................ 15Drilling cycles ........................................................................................................................ 15Drilling - Thread Milling NEW .................................................................................................... 153D Arbitrary Stock Roughing ..................................................................................................... 153D Z Level Shape Finishing ...................................................................................................... 153D Free Path Milling ............................................................................................................... 155X Tangent Machining ............................................................................................................. 15Linking job ............................................................................................................................ 15Transformations ..................................................................................................................... 15

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Feature technology ................................................................................................................. 15Macro technology ................................................................................................................... 15Tool Database ....................................................................................................................... 16hyperMILL VIRTUAL Machining Center ....................................................................................... 16NCSIMUL interface ................................................................................................................. 16Licensing .............................................................................................................................. 16Automation Tire Machining ....................................................................................................... 16Report Designer ..................................................................................................................... 16Settings Wizard ...................................................................................................................... 16

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1. Supported software

hyperMILL exclusively supports 64-bit operating systems: For the latest information on hardware require-ments and supported operating systems, please visit the website www.openmind-tech.com.

Operating systems

• Windows 7

• Windows 8.1

• Windows 10

64-bit CAD platforms

• hyperCAD-S

• Inventor 2017, 2018, 2019

• SolidWorks 2017, 2018, 2019

• thinkdesign 2017.1, 2018.1

NOTEA mixed installation of thinkdesign 32- and 64-bit on one machine is not supported. *. e3files based on thinkdesign 64-bit can not be imported in hyperCAD-S.

32-bit CAD platforms (Windows 7 only)

• hyperCAD 2009.3

• thinkdesign 2009.3, 2011.1, 2012.1, 2013.1, 2014.1, 2015.2, 2016.1

Server operating systems (Licence Manager only)

• Windows Server 2008 R2

• Windows Server 2012 R2

• Windows Server 2016

NC interfaces

• VERICUT from version 7.0

Interfaces Tool database

OPEN MIND Technologies AG tdm systems

hyperMILL 2017.1 SP1 tdm 4.8 Hotfix 9 or higher and tdm 2017 Hotfix5

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License – Interface Walter TDM CAM Mapping to hyperMILL

Microsoft SQL Server

OPEN MIND Technologies AG Zoller TMS

hyperMILL 2014.1 SP1 Version 1.14.6.0 or later

License – Interface Zoller Tool Managment Interface for data exchange (one interface foreach hyperMILL license).

Microsoft SQL Server

OPEN MIND Technologies AG WinTool AG

hyperMILL 2014.1 SP1 to 2018.1 SP1 hotfix The compatibility of the version must bechecked with WinTool.

License – Wintool Interface Interface for data exchange (one interface foreach hyperMILL license).

Microsoft SQL Server or Access database(*mdb)

Use of third-party software

If you work with third-party software that uses hyperMILL data (such as postprocessors and simulationtools), you should consider the following:

The format of all data generated by hyperMILL can be changed by OPEN MIND without prior notice and atany time for the purposes of further development. This primarily affects the output of machine- and control-neutral programs (POF format). OPEN MIND does not offer any guarantee for problems that are due tocompatibility issues involving third-party software.

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2. Installation and licensing

Please install the hyperMILL software according to the installation guide. Please direct any questions youmay have about the installation to our support service.

NOTEPlease note that the installation requires that you have administrator rights. Please login as an administrator.

The hyperMILL software is protected by an dongle or license server. Each licence is unique. Secure thelicence against loss!

For further information, please refer to the installation guide, which can be found on your product DVD oron the OPEN MIND website.

http://www.openmind-tech.com/en/service/support/useful-information.html

NOTETo ascertain whether your licences are also valid for the 2019.1 version, please checkin the Licence Manager to see whether the specified maintenance period includes thecalendar year 2018.

NOTEThe following notes on configuring the License manager are relevant to you if you al-ready have hyperMILL installed and use a network license server.

Configuration License ManagerBy changing the dongle driver it is necessary to reconfigure the network server configuration of the licens-ing. Proceed as follows.

1. After installation, open License Manager As administrator and switch to the Options tab.2. Remove the name of the license server and reenter it.3. Close the License Manager and restart the computer to complete the configuration.

Supported languages

hyperMILL is available in the following languages: German, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Japanese, Chi-nese (Traditional and Simplified), Korean, Spanish, Czech, Russian, Polish, Slovenian and Portuguese(Brazilian).

Parallel installations

If several versions of hyperMILL are installed, it is possible to switch between versions using hyperMILLSwitch.

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Run SwitchUi.exe from the C:\Program Files\OPEN MIND\Settings Wizard directory.

Select the required hyperMILL version, the CAD system and the language. Afterwards, click Switch.Please close the software first!

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3. Notes on functions

5X strategies on machines with rotation axes not supporting endless rotation

OPEN MIND recommends defining the toolpath in such a manner that no tension-release rotations arenecessary. It is possible that the geometry to be machined will need to be broken up into multiple jobs, or itmay be necessary to define alternative toolpaths. This may increase the complexity of the toolpath defini-tion.

WARNINGOPEN MIND recommends proceeding with extreme care with these toolpaths if tension-release rotations cannot be avoided. The entire sequence for the tension-release tool-path – from the retract movement from the workpiece up to the re-approach – is not col-lision checked!

WARNINGIf a postprocessor run with stored solutions is performed, the NC file contains no rewind.

OPEN MIND additionally recommends taking appropriate measures to first successfully test and executethe tension-release toolpaths, such as for example test runs above or next to the part, or without the part inplace. Jobs which include tension-release rotations should be run separately on the machine if possible(not as part of an NC program with multiple operations). Using additional verification software for NC pro-grams can help increase safety.

These tips are intended to help successfully execute the defined toolpaths and prevent damage to theCNC machine. Please contact your OPEN MIND partner if you have further questions on this topic.

Negative allowances

The following restriction applies to all cycles: If the sum of the allowances is negative, the sum total mustbe less than the Tool radius - Machining tolerance.

Example:

Tool radius = 5.00 mm

Machining tolerance = 0.01 mm

Allowance = -3.0mm

Additional allowance XY must be greater than -1.99 mm, e.g. 1.98, because

|-3.00 mm +(-1.98 mm)| < 5.00 mm -0.01 mm

In this context, the area-based allowance is also taken into account as an allowance in the Milling area >Definition dialog. If several values are defined here, only the smallest value is taken into account.

5X Simultaneous Machining

Important note for 5X simultaneous users with controls without great circle interpolation:

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The hyperMILL cutter path calculations for all 5 axes cycles (except 5X Multiblade) are based on a greatcircle interpolation between the tool orientations. If your control works with a different interpolation typeand cannot be modified for great circle interpolation, please contact your OPEN MIND partner to have yourhyperMILL configured accordingly. To see the interpolation type with which your control works, refer to thedocumentation of your control.

Supported tool types

hyperMILL generally only supports the tool types listed in the documentation. Other tool types, in particu-lar, angle tools or angle heads are not supported.

Chamfered cuttersSpecifying a nominal diameter of less than 0.001 mm or less than 0.0001 inches may prevent the activa-tion of a tool radius correction. Please avoid specifying such diameters.

Feedrates

All feedrates in hyperMILL refer to the respective tool reference point. Therefore, feedrates can occur onsingle axes that deviate from the value of the tool reference point. A parametric feedrate output is general-ly not supported, particularly not for linking jobs if the underlying sub-jobs contain feedrate changes.

3D and 5X Rework Machining - Linking job - Compound job

Initial situation

Reference job: Generate NC file is disabled.

Rework job: Generate NC file is enabled.

1. Reference job and related Rework job are used within a Linking job. Generate NC file is automati-cally disabled in both jobs.

2. Reference job and related Rework job are moved from the Linking job into a Compound job. Bydoing so, the Generate NC file option is automatically enabled in both jobs. It has to be manuallydisabled within the Reference job again.

hyperCAD 2009.3: Select surfaces

For the 2D Contour Milling on 3D Model cycle the surface selection function in hyperCAD 2009.3 / thinkde-sign 2009.3 not available.

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4. Notes on older hyperMILL versions

Information in this section is relevant for you if you have not updated from the previous release of hy-perMILL to the latest version. This may be the case if

• you do not have a maintenance contract or• you have purchased an update again after a longer period of time.

Postprocessors

Use the Frame IDIf your postprocessors require you to define a Frame ID or a frame Comment, your postprocessors are in-compatible with toolpaths that were created using the hyperMILL Transformation function. For this reason,please use only toolpaths without transformations for these postprocessors.

Thread Milling / Helical Drilling

The Path compensation option must be made available by OPEN MIND separately and requires a priorcheck and possible update of your postprocessor (subject to a charge). Please contact your OPEN MINDpartner. In the event of use without a postprocessor check, OPEN MIND cannot assume any guarantee forthe output of a correct NC program.

2D Contour Milling

Spiral stepdown: If, while using this option, you see an error message on the Parameters tab during thepostprocessor run, your postprocessor is not yet ready for this output and requires a prior check and, per-haps, update (for a fee). Please contact your OPEN MIND partner.

Toolpath segments with a Z component

All circular toolpath segments with a Z component (such as circular macros or spiral stepdowns) require aseparate postprocessor adjustment. Please contact your OPEN MIND partner.

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5. Additions to the manual 2019.1

Documentation in HTML5 format

The previous CHM format of the documentation will be replaced with version 2019.1 by the HTML5 format.The contextual contents of the help are still available via the button F1 or by clicking on the ? Icon in therespective dialog.

Set default browser for OPEN MIND software

The documentation is output in a browser in HTML5 format. For this purpose, the software assigned in theoperating system to the *.html file extension is called. If the file extension is to be assigned to anotherbrowser software, it is advisable to use the omAppSettingsX64.exe software under ...\Info Cen-ter\... . In this way, the assignment only applies to OPEN MIND software. The assignment for othersoftware on the computer remains unchanged.

IMPORTANTWhen using Internet Explorer as the default browser, scripts and Active X controls mustbe allowed to display the table of contents of the documentation.

hyperMILL SHOP Viewer

Reusing SHOP Viewer data (also called SHOP Viewer Pack & Go data) in hyperMILL is intended forOPEN MIND support and analysis purposes only. If Pack & Go data are changed in hyperMILL and thensaved with the Save as function, the usability of the resulting file can not be guaranteed.

New variables available

For the cycles 5X Swarf Cutting 1 Curve. 2D contour milling and 2D Contour Milling on 3D Model the fol-lowing variables are now available: T: Dia (Tool diameter), T: Rad (Tool radius), J: ae (Infeed length) andJ: ap (Infeed width).

Circular Probing

Use the feature Generic hole as a contour for probing.

3D Point Probing

A check against the blank is now possible.

Turning - Roughing -hyperMILL MAXX Machining

Machining angle: If this option is activated, the material is not removed parallel to the turning axis but atthe defined machining angle. Available for Linear and Ramp strategy (1) option activated, (2) option notactivated.

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Turning - Parting

IMPORTANTThe possibility of calculating the old Parting had to be deactivated for security reasons.Please create the corresponding jobs with the new Parting.

Drilling - Back Boring

Dialog page Tool: The parameter Spindle angular correction for turning tools is not available.

Drilling - Thread Milling (new)

Dialog page Setup: The option Check tool tip off is no longer available.

3D Profile Finishing

Dialog page Setup: The combination of the High-precision mode surfaces option and Multiple allowan-ces is not possible. A corresponding error message appears.

5X Swarf Cutting one Curve

Dialog page Strategy: For the Intersect offset parameter negative values are no longer allowed in basesurfaces mode. If the normal of the base surfaces does not show in the desired direction, use the parame-ter Invert offset to adjust the direction for the offset.

Creating reports

The tool representations in a report are now based on vector data in the *.emf format that enable a signif-icantly improved visualization.

Macro technology

When creating a macro, it is automatically assigned to the active material group in the respective job list.

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6. Additions to the manual 2019.1 ServicePack 1

Thread milling NEW

Axial infeed

Use Thread/step to define the number of threads per step.

(1) Define a value of 0, if the tool can machine the thread in one single revolution at the defined depth.

(2) Define a value of 1, if the tool can machine a single thread profile at each revolution. A continuous spi-ral is applied along the complete thread height.

(3) The tool can machine several thread profiles at each revolution. Define the number of threads profiles(greater than 1) generated by the tool at each revolution.

5X Prismatic Fillet Finishing

If possible, the complete fillet is machined with a fixed tool inclination. If this is not possible an indexedmachining is performed, with the tool inclination alternating between two horizontal stepovers.

hyperMILL VIRTUAL Machining Center

The preferred direction for the position of the rotary axes in the case of several possible solutions can nowbe defined and is evaluated by the post-processor run.

Automation Tire Machining

The tolerance for creating the 3DF file for tire segments has been changed to 0.01.

Postprocessors

For CYCLE 800 STAY on Sinumerik Controls, a rotation axis check was implemented.

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7. Bug fixes hyperMILL 2019.1 Service Pack 1

2D Contour Grinding on 3D Model

No more collisions with the clamping device.

Helical Drilling

Problems with milling area are solved.

Drilling cycles

Endpoints of contours could not be selected as drill points.

Drilling - Thread Milling NEW

Problem with the upward movement of the tool when machining external threads is solved.

3D Arbitrary Stock Roughing

Problem with blank collision in the High performance mode is fixed.

3D Z Level Shape Finishing

Problem with generating toolpaths is solved.

3D Free Path Milling

Problems with incorrect contours in the calculation are eliminated.

Problems with tool movements in the approach and retract macro are solved.

5X Tangent Machining

The Dynamic contact point parameter is now considered again when using the Prefer spiral option.

Problems with negative allowance value are fixed - no crash anymore.

Linking job

Problems with rapid movements in the 5X Linking are fixed. No more violations of the part.

Transformations

Missing icon in General pattern dialog is corrected.

Feature technology

Problem with endpoints in the Generic hole feature are fixed.

Macro technology

Problems with NC numbering for stored tools in job macros have been solved.

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Tool Database

Errors when transferring tool data from version 2018.2 to version 2091.1 have been corrected.

Problem when opening the Export TDM Systems Tools dialog is fixed.

hyperMILL VIRTUAL Machining Center

Inconsistency in the adoption of tool data in the virtual machine eliminated.

General problem with the use of the hyperMILL VIRTUAL Machining Center is fixed.

NCSIMUL interface

Error when transferring the toolpath has been corrected.

Licensing

Error with the licensing of the product 5X additive manufacturing is fixed. 0

Automation Tire Machining

Problems with the wrong default value in inch mode are solved.

Report Designer

Problem with creating graphics is fixed.

Settings Wizard

Problem with missing input in the field for the project name is fixed (error message).

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