Introduction and Overview

As it’s name suggests, the Cycle Time Estimator estimates the time required to machine each of the parts configured within a batch of files, located within a folder specified by you.

The basis for the cycle time generated is the Mastercam Backplot calculated time.
The Cycle Time Estimator also creates a toolpath strategy for each of the parts.

Overview

To use the Cycle Time Estimator, follow these steps:

1. Open the Cycle Time Estimator - see Opening the Cycle Time Estimator.

2. In the Choose File(s) tab:

   1. Specify the Folder that contains the parts.

   2. Configure the machining environment

   3. Click Run.

3. When the Cycle Time Estimator has completed.

   1. Examine the results in the Cycle Time Estimates tab.

   2. Use the Export tab to export a customized version of the estimates.

 

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CloudNC Cycle Time Estimator