Setting options for checking tool attribute values for NX CAM

Tools and tool components can contain many attributes, depending on the tool class. Not all of these attributes are mandatory for using these tools in NX CAM. Teamcenter automatically checks that all required attributes are filled in when you save an assembly. Additionally, you can manually initiate a check to ascertain that all values required for successfully using resources in NX CAM are filled in.

Note

The tool attribute check only works for MRL tool assemblies.

• A check is run automatically whenever a resource assembly is saved unless the No checking option is selected in the Set Default Criteria dialog box.

• You can initiate a manual check at any time.

Two settings affect the contents of the report:

• Display errors Displays a list of mandatory attributes that are not filled in.

• Display errors and information Displays a list of mandatory attributes that are not filled in, and lists the optional attributes that do not have values assigned and for which default values are being used.

Two types of checks are available. You can choose one or both options.

• Check NX CAM tool retrieve verifies that the tool created by the tooling engineer in Teamcenter is retrieved in NX CAM properly. Note The Configure the graphics builder for MRL and NX 12.0.2 MP3, or newer must be installed and configured to use this option.

• Check NX CAM tool parameters verifies that the parameters specified with the tool contain associated non-zero values. Note This option does not require NX or the Graphics Builder.

Teamcenter runs the check and reports the errors or information in the Tool Checker Results dialog box. You can use this information to add values to the required attributes. If you select the Errors and information level of checking, Teamcenter informs you of instances where it uses a default value or uses one of several alternate attribute values.

These report examples are based on both checks being performed:

• No issues with either check

• Parameter check is successful, but the retrieve check is not

• Multitool check with both options is successful