Import vendor catalog items with connection codes

You can import a vendor catalog item to the correct MRL class in the Generic Tool Catalog (GTC) and include the vendor connection code data.

Procedure

1. Select a tool from the vendor catalog and select Map ICO.

Notice the Object ID of the tool selected from the vendor library is based on the tool vendor convention.

Note Sometimes the vendor tool can be mapped to more than one class, for example, in both a single row end mill and a multiple row end mill. In that case, the following dialog box appears and you must select the class into which you import the tool.

2. Type the Item ID, Revision ID, and a Name.Optionally, you can select the Import Catalog 3D Model check box to also import the 3D model.

3. Click OK.

Notice the Object ID is updated to reflect your company convention. The vendor information is also maintained for future reference. The tool is now part of the correct class in the GTC.