Production Applications: Creo NC Sequences, Operations and Work Centers

Creo NC Step	Header File
Roughing	ProMfgFeatRoughing.h
Reroughing	ProMfgFeatReroughing.h
Finishing	ProMfgFeatFinishing.h
Corner Finishing	ProMfgFeatCornerFinishing.h
2–Axis Curve Trajectory Milling	ProMfgFeat2xCurvTraj.h
3–Axis Trajectory Milling	ProMfgFeatTrajectory.h
Profile Milling	ProMfgFeatProfMilling.h
Manual Cycle	ProMfgFeatManualCycle.h
Thread Milling	ProMfgFeatThreadMilling.h
Area Turning	ProMfgFeatTurning.h
Groove Turning	ProMfgFeatTurning.h
Profile Turning	ProMfgFeatTurning.h
Face Milling	ProMfgFeatFacing.h
Creo NC Operation Definition	ProMfgFeatOperation.h
Workcell Definition	ProMfgFeatWcellWedm.h ProMfgFeatWcellMill.h ProMfgFeatWcellMillTurn.h ProMfgFeatWcellLathe.h ProMfgFeatWcellCmm.h
Fixture Definition	ProMfgFeatFixture.h
Thread Turning	ProMfgFeatTurnThread.h
Holemaking	ProMfgFeatHolemaking.h
Shut-off Surface Feature	ProMoldShutSrf.h
Round and Chamfer	ProMfgFeatRoundChamferMilling.h
Engraving	ProMfgFeatEngraving.h
Cutline Milling	ProMfgFeatCutlineMilling.h
Drill Group Feature	ProMfgFeatDrillGroup.h

Element Trees: Roughing Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a milling roughing feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Roughing Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the milling roughing sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatRoughing.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Roughing feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Roughing feature.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.
PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Roughing_1.
PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_ROUGHVOL_MILL.
PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.
PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.
PRO_E_RETR_SURF	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.
PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Optional Element. Specifies the type of spindle assigned to the sequence. This element can be used when two parts are machined during the same operation in different spindles, that is in the main spindle and in the sub spindle. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt. For more information on the values of ProSubSpindleOpt, refer to the section Spindle Types
PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.
PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters. Note The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.
PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies the mill window compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Surface Collection with Mill Window.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion type for this element is : PRO_TM_TYPE_AUTOMATIC_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut.
PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR	Array	Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.
PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the reference selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometric references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.
PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Reroughing Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a milling reroughing feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Reroughing Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the milling reroughing sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatReroughing.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Reroughing feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Reroughing feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature . The valid value for this element isPRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence feature name. The default value is Re-roughing_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence type. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_REROUGH_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional Element. Specifies the type of spindle assigned to the sequence. This element can be used when two parts are machined during the same operation in different spindles, that is in the main spindle and in the sub spindle. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt. For more information on the values of ProSubSpindleOpt, refer to the section Spindle Types

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the mill window compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Surface Collection with Mill Window.

PRO_E_MFG_PREV_SEQ

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory Element. Specifies the selection sequence feature that requires removal of left over material. The valid values for this element are:

•

Volume Milling

•

Profile Milling

•

Re-roughing sequence

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion type for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_AUTOMATIC_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut .

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the reference selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometric references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step..

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Finishing Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for milling Finishing feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Finishing Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the milling Finishing sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatFinishing.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Finishing feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Finishing feature.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.
PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Finishing_1.
PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_CVNC_FINISH_MILL.
PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.
PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.
PRO_E_RETR_SURF	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.
PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Optional Element. Specifies the type of spindle assigned to the sequence. This element can be used when two parts are machined during the same operation in different spindles, that is in the main spindle and in the sub spindle. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt. For more information on the values of ProSubSpindleOpt, refer to the section Spindle Types
PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.
PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters. Note The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.
PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies the mill window compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Surface Collection with Mill Window.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion type for this element is : PRO_TM_TYPE_AUTOMATIC_CUT. For more information, refer to the sectionTool Motion — Auto Cut .
PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR	Array	Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites .
PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the reference selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometric references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.
PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Corner Finishing Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a corner finishing step. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Corner Finishing Element Tree:

The element tree for the corner finishing sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatCornerFinishing.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Corner Finishing Step

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.
PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Corner_Finishing_1.
PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_CVNC_CORN_MILL.
PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.
PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.
PRO_E_RETR_SURF	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.
PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Optional Element. Specifies the type of spindle assigned to the sequence. This element can be used when two parts are machined during the same operation in different spindles, that is in the main spindle and in the sub spindle. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt. For more information on the values of ProSubSpindleOpt, refer to the section Spindle Types
PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.
PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters. Note The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.
PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies the mill window compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Surface Collection with Mill Window.
PRO_E_MFG_PREV_TOOL_ID	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Name of cutting tool (tool id) which will be used for calculating the remainder material.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion type for this element is : PRO_TM_TYPE_AUTOMATIC_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut .
PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR	Array	Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites .
PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the reference selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometric references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.
PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: 3–Axis Trajectory Milling Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for the 3 Axis Trajectory Milling feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features. For 2-axis curve trajectory milling step, refer to the section Manufacturing 2–Axis Curve Trajectory Milling Step.

The element tree for the 3 axis trajectory milling sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatTrajectory.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for 3 Axis Trajectory Milling feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the 3 Axis Trajectory Milling feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature . The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence . The default value is Trajectory_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence type. The valid value for this element isPRO_NCSEQ_TRAJ_MILL_STEP.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the number of axes for milling. You can specify 3, 4, or 5 axes.

Note

You can set this element to 5 only if the work center allows 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements .

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference .

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters .

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional compound element. Specifies the check surfaces compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Checking Surfaces.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion types for this element are :

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_CURVE
_TRAJECTORY. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Curve Trajectory.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_SURF_TRAJECTORY. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Surface Trajectory.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Cut.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO
_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXITFor more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites .

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Manufacturing 2–Axis Curve Trajectory Milling Step

The element tree for the 2–axis curve trajectory sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeat2xCurvTraj.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the 2–axis curve trajectory sequence feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature . The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the sequence feature name. The default value is Curve_Trajectory_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence type. The valid value for this element isPRO_NCSEQ_FF_TRAJ_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the coordinate system datum feature to be used as a sequence coordinate system.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the retract compound definition. The element tree for the Retract Elements is defined in the section Retract Elements. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool reference compound definition. The element tree for the Tool Reference is defined in the header file ProMfgElemToolRef.h. For more information, refer to the section Tool Referencefor more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of site with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The name is going to be ignored if site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC online help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_LOOP_SURF_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Select the surfaces for which the loops of edges must be collected. The collected loops of edges are machined.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CRV

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the machining curves compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Curve Collection

Mandatory element. Specifies the curve collection.

PRO_E_FF_TRAJ_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Flips the machining direction of the tool. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the default direction on the curve will be used.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the opposite direction on the curve will be used.

PRO_E_MFG_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the offset compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_OFFSET_CUT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the offset cut. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Tool offset will be applied.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Tool offset will not be applied.

PRO_E_MFG_MAT_TO_RMV

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the material side. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_MFG_DIR_SAME
—Specifies the default side will be used.

•

PRO_MFG_DIR_OPPOSITE—Specifies that the default side will be flipped.

PRO_E_MFG_DRV_SRF_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the flip drive Surface direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the default direction on the drive surface will be used.

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the opposite direction on the drive surface will be used.

PRO_E_MFG_START_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of the plane where machining will begin.

PRO_E_MFG_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies single selection of the plane for the tool tip to follow.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool motion compound specification.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to start machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to end machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the array of ids of prerequisite sequences. The element tree for the Sequence Prerequisites is defined in the header file ProMfgElemPrerequisite.h. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the reference selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometry references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the view name. It allows you to associate specific view with a machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. It allows you to associate a specific simplified representation with a machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimate. It allows you to specify time estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate. It allows you to specify cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time. It allows you to specify actual time for the machining step

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Manual Cycle Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for manual milling cycle feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Manual Cycle Step Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the manual cycle step feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatManualCycle.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Manual Cycle Step feature

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature . The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_FEAT_MILL— For milling manual cycle.

•

PRO_FEAT_TURN— For turning manual cycle.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Manual_Cycle_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_SEQ_MANUAL_CYCLE_MILL— For milling manual cycle.

•

PRO_SEQ_MANUAL_CYCLE_TURN— For turning manual cycle.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_Creo NC SEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

This compound element specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements

Note

This element is mandatory for milling manual Creo NC sequences and is ignored for turning manual sequences.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

Note

This element is optional for milling manual sequences and is ignored for turning manual sequences.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion types for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO
_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_SURFACE— This tool motion type is for milling manual cycle only. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Surface.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_AXIS
— This tool motion type is for milling manual cycle only. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Axis.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE— This tool motion type is for milling manual cycle only. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT— This tool motion type is for milling manual cycle only. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

The elements related to tool motion are defined in ProMfgElemToolMtnAutoCut.h. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut .

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Thread Milling

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a thread roughing feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Thread Milling Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the thread milling Creo NC sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatThreadMilling.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Thread_Milling_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_THREAD_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

Note

This element is mandatory when PRO_E_DRILL_MODE is set to PRO_DRILL_HOLE_ON_MILL and is ignored when set to PRO_DRILL_HOLE_ON_LATHE.

PRO_E_MFG_MILL_THREAD_TYPE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the thread type. The valid values for this element are:

•

External

•

Internal

The value for this element is defined by the ProMillThreadTypeparameter.

PRO_E_MFG_MILL_THREAD_TAPER_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the taper type. The valid values for this element are:

•

None

•

NTP

•

Custom

The value for this element is defined by the ProMillThreadTaperType parameter.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference .

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HOLESET_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of thread holesets. It gives specification of threads to machine. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Thread Milling Holeset.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion types for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_THREAD
_MILLING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Thread Milling.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Cut.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_
POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Approach.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Manufacturing Thread Milling Holeset

The element PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HOLESET_ARR is documented in the header file ProMfgElemThreadHoleset.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for Manufacturing Thread Milling Holeset

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HOLESET_ARR element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HOLESET_ARR

Array

This element specifies an array of thread holesets. It gives specifications about machining references.

PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HOLESET_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. This compound element specifies the thread holeset definition.

Note

Specify this element only when the holeset array has at least one member

PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the holeset type. The valid value for this element is PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the holemaking start compound specification.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the start surface option using the enumerated value ProDrillStartType.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START_SURFACE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the starting surface or quilt selection.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_FROM_SURFACE.

PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HSET_END_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the thread depth compound specification.

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the end type option. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_DRILL_UPTO_SURFACE

•

PRO_DRILL_AUTO_END

•

PRO_DRILL_OFFSET_FROM_START

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_SURFACE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the end surface or quilt selection.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_UPTO_SURFACE.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_VALUE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the depth to the cut thread from the start.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_OFFSET_FROM_START.

PRO_E_DRILL_PART_DATA

Compound

This element gives compound information about components used in depth computation.

Note

Specify this element only if the start or end of machining has to be computed and the following conditions hold true:

•

The element PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_AUTO_START.

•

The element PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_AUTO or PRO_DRILL_THRU_ALL

•

The element PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_AUTO or PRO_DRILL_THRU_ALL

PRO_E_AUTO_SEL_DRILL_PARTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. This element defines the way in which components are collected. The valid values for this element are:

•

TRUE— All components of type reference part or workpiece are considered for depth calculation.

•

FALSE—Only selected components are considered in depth calculation.

PRO_E_DRILL_PARTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the components selections. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

•

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_AUTO_SEL_DRILL_PARTS is set to FALSE.

•

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_AUTO_SEL_DRILL_PARTS is set to FALSE.

PRO_E_MFG_THRM_HSET_HOLES_COMP

Compound

Mandatory element. This compound element gives the compound information about location of holes.

Note

Specify this element only when at least one of the following have been defined:

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_AXES

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_THREAD_DESCR_ARR

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of axes of patterned holes. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

If a pattern leader is selected, all holes in pattern will be collected.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of surfaces or quilts with holes. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of hole diameters that can be collected in the element PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR. The type of hole diameter is specified using the enumerated data type ProHolesetDiamType. The valid values are:

•

PRO_HSET_ALL_DIAMS—This is the default value. Specifies that diameters of both solid surfaces and cosmetic threads can be collected.

Note

If the element PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT is not defined, then by default, the hole diameter of type PRO_HSET_ALL_DIAMS is used.

•

PRO_HSET_HOLE_DIAMS—Specifies that diameters only of solid surfaces can be collected.

•

PRO_HSET_THREAD_DIAMS—Specifies that diameters only of cosmetic threads can be collected.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of diameters of holes to machine.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound definition of a hole diameter.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_HOLE_DIAM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the diameter of a hole to machine.

Note

This element is a mandatory child element of the element PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_COMPOUND.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_THREAD_DESCR_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array element gives thread descriptions of holes to machine.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_THREAD_DESCR_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies compound definition of a thread description.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_THREAD_DESCR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the thread size string.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_THREAD_DESCR_COMP element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_RULE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of query that must be used to search for holes to machine.

The query type is specified using the enumerated data type ProHsetParamRuleOpt. The valid values are:

•

PRO_HSET_BOOL_OPER_OR—Collects holes that satisfy at least one of the search conditions set for a parameter.

PRO_HSET_BOOL_OPER_AND—Collects holes that satisfy all the search conditions set for a parameter.

The search conditions and parameters are defined in the elements PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM*.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of search conditions to collect holes for machining.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies a compound element that defines a search condition to match with the user defined parameters in hole features.

Each condition defines an expression with user defined parameter name on the left side of the expression and value to compare on the right side.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the name of the user defined parameter.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the data type of the values using the enumerated value ProParamvalueType.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_OPER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of expression operator using the enumerated value ProDrillParamOper.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_DBL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the value of the double data type.

Note

•

This element is mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for double data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_DOUBLE). It is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_INT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the value of the integer data type.

Note

•

This element is mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for integer data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_INTEGER). It is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_STR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the value of the string data type.

Note

•

This element is mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for string data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_STRING). It is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_BOOL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the value of the string data type.

Note

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This element is mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for boolean data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_BOOLEAN). It is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum axes. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

This element is mandatory if you have not defined the following elements:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_THREAD_DESCR_ARR

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_UNSEL_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of axes of holes to be excluded for machining. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_START_HOLE_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the axis selection for the hole to be machined first.

Element Trees: Turning Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a turning step. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features. Refer to the Creo NC Help for more information on the Turn type Creo NC sequences.

The Turning Element Tree:

The element tree for the turning step is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatTurning.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Turning feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the area turning feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_TURN.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default values for this element are:

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Area_Turning_2—For area turning Creo NC sequences.

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Profile_Turning_1—For profile turning Creo NC sequences.

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Groove_Turning_1—For groove turning Creo NC sequences.

PRO_E_SEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_SEQ_AREA_TURN—For an area turning sequence.

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PRO_SEQ_GROOVE_TURN—For a groove turning sequence.

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PRO_SEQ_PROF_TURN—For a profile turning sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_SEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional Element. Specifies the type of spindle assigned to the Creo NC sequence. This element can be used when two parts are machined during the same operation in different spindles, that is in the main spindle and in the sub spindle. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt. For more information on the values of ProSubSpindleOpt, refer to the section Spindle Types

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion types for this element are:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_AREA_TURNING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Area and Groove Turning.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GROOVE_TURNING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Area and Groove Turning.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PROF_TURNING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Profile Turning.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Cut

PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisiteCreo NC sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Thread Turning Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a thread turning step. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Thread Turning Element Tree:

The element tree for the thread turning Creo NCsequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatTurnThread.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Thread Turning feature

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_TURN.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is Thread_Turning_1.

PRO_E_SEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_SEQ_THREAD_TURN

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_LOCATION_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the location of the thread. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_E_TURN_OPTION_OUT—For external threads

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PRO_E_TURN_OPTION_IN—For internal threads

PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_OUTPUT_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of output You can specify one of the following valid values for this element:

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PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_ISO

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PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_AI_MACRO

PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_FORM_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the thread. . The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_UNIFIED—For Unified threads

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PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_GENERAL—For General threads

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PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_BUTTRESS—For Buttress threads

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PRO_E_TURN_THREAD_ACME—For Acme threads

PRO_E_SEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements .

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_TURN_PROFILE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies turn profile selection.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Auto Cut.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments

Element Trees: Creo NC Operation Definition

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a Creo NC operation definition feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Creo NC Operation Definition Element Tree:

The element tree for the Creo NC operation sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatOperation.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Creo NC operation definition feature

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_OPERATION.
PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is OP040.
PRO_E_OPER_CSYS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the operation coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.
PRO_E_OPER_SUBSP_CSYS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Select a coordinate system geometry item which can be used as a sub-spindle coordinate system.
PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the workcell feature selection.
PRO_E_RETR_SURF	Compound	Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.
PRO_E_MFG_FROM1_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to start machining by the head 1 tool at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_HOME1_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to end machining by the head 1 tool at the specified position.
PRO_E_MFG_FROM2_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to start machining by the head 2 tool at the specified position. Note This element is ignored for workcells with single head.
PRO_E_MFG_HOME2_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to end machining by head the 2 tool at the specified position. Note This element is ignored for workcells with single head.
PRO_E_MFG_FROM3_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point geometry item selection. Allows to start machining by the head 3 tool at the specified position. Note This element is ignored for workcells with number of heads less than 3.
PRO_E_MFG_HOME3_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point geometry item selection. Allows to end machining by the head 3 tool at the specified position. Note This element is ignored for workcells with number of heads less than 3.
PRO_E_MFG_FROM4_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point geometry item selection. Allows to start machining by the head 4 tool at the specified position. Note This element is ignored for workcells with number of heads less than 4.
PRO_E_MFG_HOME4_PNT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the datum point geometry item selection. Allows to end machining by the head 4 tool at the specified position. Note This element is ignored for workcells with number of heads less than 4.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of applicable manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree. Note For new features, if the parameter array is not specified the default values will be assigned to the corresponding manufacturing parameters of the created feature.
PRO_E_MFG_OPER_STOCK_MATERIAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the stock material name.
PRO_E_MFG_FIXTURE_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the selection of a fixture setup feature.
PRO_E_FIXTURE_COMPONENT_REF	Array	Optional element. Specifies an array of operation fixture setup components that can be inserted into the top assembly. This array can be can be specified either in combination with or without a fixture setup reference specified by PRO_E_MFG_FIXTURE_REF. This element supports multiple selections.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Workcell Definition

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a workcell definition. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Manufacturing WEDM Workcell Element Tree

The element tree for the WEDM workcell type is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatWcellWedm.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for WEDM workcell feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the WEDM workcell feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_WORKCELL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is WEDM01.

PRO_E_WCELL_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the workcell used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_WCELL_WEDM.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the number of controlled axes (number of programmable motion directions). The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_WCELL_2_AXIS

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PRO_WCELL_4_AXIS

PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_CMM_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Allows enabling/disabling of the tool head for the creation of CMM sequences. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE: Enables tool head with CMM probes and allows the creation of CMM sequences

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PRO_B_FALSE: Disables CMM tool head and creation of CMM sequences.

Note

This element is optional , when CMM tool head is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_1

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool head compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the tool setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Tool Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CMM_HEAD

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes head compound definition.

Note

This element is ignored if PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_CMM_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE.

PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: CMM Probe Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the workcell comments.

Element Trees: Manufacturing Mill Workcell

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for manufacturing mill workcell feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Mill Workcell Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the manufacturing mill workcell feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatWcellMill.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Mill Workcell feature

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_WORKCELL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is MILL01.

PRO_E_WCELL_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the workcell used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_WCELL_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the number of controlled axes (number of programmable motion directions). The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_WCELL_3_AXIS

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PRO_WCELL_4_AXIS

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PRO_WCELL_5_AXIS

PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_CMM_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies enabling/disabling of the tool head for the creation of CMM sequences. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE: Enables tool head with CMM probes and allows the creation of CMM sequences

•

PRO_B_FALSE: Disables CMM tool head and creation of the CMM sequences.

Note

This element is optional, when CMM tool head is not defined or is disabled.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters .

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_1

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool head compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the tool setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Tool Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CMM_HEAD

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the CMM probes head compound definition.

Note

This element is ignored if PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_
CMM_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE.

PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: CMM Probe Setup .

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the array of custom cycle names (to be used by holemaking sequences). For holemaking sequences, For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Holemaking Step.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_COMP

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the compound definition of a custom cycle name.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the custom cycle name.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_COMP element.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the Simulation assembly compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEMBLY_NAME

Assembly Name

Specifies the simulation assembly model name.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_LOCAL_CSYS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the coordinate system datum feature. It will be aligned with the simulation assembly coordinate system during machining simulation.

Note

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This element is a mandatory child element of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the workcell comments.

Example 1: Creating or Redefining a Tool from a File

The sample code in UgMfgToolFileReadWrite.c located at <creo_toolkit_loadpoint>/protk_appls/pt_userguide/ptu_mfg shows how to create a tool or redefine it from a file and save the information about the tool to a file.

Element Trees: Manufacturing Mill/Turn Workcell

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a mill turn workcell. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Mill/Turn Workcell Element Tree:

The element tree for the mill/turn workcell is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatWcellMillTurn.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Mill/Turn Workcell

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_WORKCELL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is MILL01.

PRO_E_WCELL_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the workcell used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_WCELL_MILL_N_TRN.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_HEADS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the number of tool heads (turrets). The valid values are:

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PRO_MFG_ONE_HEAD_WCELL—This is the default value.

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PRO_MFG_TWO_HEAD_WCELL

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_SPINDLES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the number of spindles to be used for the feature creation. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProMfgWcellNumSpindles and are as follows:

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PRO_MFG_ONE_SPINDLE_WCELL—This is the default value.

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PRO_MFG_TWO_SPINDLE_WCELL

PRO_E_MFG_LATHE_DIR_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the lathe orientation . The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_WCELL_LATHE_HORIZONTAL—This is the default value.

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PRO_WCELL_LATHE_VERTICAL

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ENABLE_TURN_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the enabling/disabling of the turning machine. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Enables the turning machining on the workcell. This is he default value.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Disables the turning machining on the workcell.

PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_CMM_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Initializes a CMM operation. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE: Enables the tool head with CMM probes and allows the creation of CMM sequences.

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PRO_B_FALSE: Disables the CMM tool head and allows the creation of CMM sequences.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the number of controlled axes enabled for milling sequences. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_WCELL_3_AXIS

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PRO_WCELL_4_AXIS

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PRO_WCELL_5_AXIS

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_1

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the compound definition for tool head 1.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_2

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound definition for tool head 2.

Note

This element is ignored if you have set the element PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_HEADS to PRO_MFG_ONE_HEAD_WCELL value.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL
_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the Tool setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Tool Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_3

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tools specification for head 3.

Note

This element is ignored for workcells with number of heads less than 3 that is, when the element PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_HEADS is set to PRO_MFG_ONE_HEAD_WCELL or PRO_MFG_TWO_HEAD_WCELL.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the Tool setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Tool Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_4

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tools specification for head 4.

Note

This element is ignored for workcells with number of heads less than 4 that is, when the element PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_HEADS is set to PRO_MFG_ONE_HEAD_WCELL, PRO_MFG_TWO_HEAD_WCELL or PRO_MFG_THREE_HEAD_WCELL.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the Tool setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Tool Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CMM_HEAD

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the CMM probes head compound definition.

Note

This element is ignored if PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_
CMM_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE.

PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: CMM Probe Setup .

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the array of custom cycle names (to be used by holemaking sequences). For holemaking sequences, For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Holemaking Step.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_COMP

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the compound definition of a custom cycle name.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the custom cycle name.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_COMP element.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the simulation assembly compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEMBLY_NAME

Assembly Name

Specifies the simulation assembly model name.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_LOCAL_CSYS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the coordinate system datum feature. It will be aligned with the simulation assembly coordinate system during machining simulation.

Note

This element is a mandatory child element of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the workcell comments.

PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEADS Element

The compound element PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEADS contains elements that can be used to define the parameters for the turret head. The elements of PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEADS are as follows:

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PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_1—Contains the options for the first turret.

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PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_2—Contains the options for the second turret.

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PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_3—Contains the options for the third turret.

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PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_4—Contains the options for the fourth turret.

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PRO_E_MILLTURN_TOOL_ROT_DIR_OPT

Element Tree for PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEADS element

The elements PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_1, PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_2, PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_3 and PRO_E_MFG_MILLTURN_HEAD_4 contain the following elements:

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_WCELL_HEAD_MILL_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the turret milling option. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Enables the milling operations for the turret head.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Disables the milling operations for the turret head.

PRO_E_WCELL_HEAD_TURN_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the enabling/disabling of the turning option for the turret. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Enables the turning operations for the turret. This is the default value.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Disables the turning operations for the turret.

Note

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ENABLE_TURN_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE.

PRO_E_WCELL_HEAD_FLASH_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the turret flash tool option. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Enables the flash tool for the turret.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Disables the flash tool for the turret.

PRO_E_WCELL_HEAD_ROT_POS_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the turret rotation positioning option. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Enables the rotation positioning for the turret.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Disables the rotation positioning for the turret.

Element Trees: Manufacturing Lathe Workcell

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a lathe workcell. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Lathe Workcell Element Tree:

The element tree for the lathe workcell is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatWcellLathe.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Lathe Workcell

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_WORKCELL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is LATHE01.

PRO_E_WCELL_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the workcell used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_WCELL_LATHE.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_HEADS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the number of tool heads (turrets). The valid values are:

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PRO_MFG_ONE_HEAD_WCELL—This is the default value.

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PRO_MFG_TWO_HEAD_WCELL

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_SPINDLES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the number of spindles to be used for the feature creation. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProMfgWcellNumSpindles and are as follows:

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PRO_MFG_ONE_SPINDLE_WCELL—This is the default value.

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PRO_MFG_TWO_SPINDLE_WCELL

PRO_E_MFG_LATHE_DIR_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the lathe orientation . The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_WCELL_LATHE_HORIZONTAL—This is the default value.

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PRO_WCELL_LATHE_VERTICAL

PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_CMM_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Initializes a CMM operation. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE: Enables the tool head with CMM probes and allows the creation of CMM sequences.

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PRO_B_FALSE: Disables the CMM tool head and allows the creation of CMM sequences.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_1

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the compound definition for tool head 1.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_HEAD_2

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound definition for tool head 2.

Note

This element is ignored if you have set the element PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_NUM_HEADS to PRO_MFG_ONE_HEAD_WCELL value.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the Tool setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Tool Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CMM_HEAD

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the CMM probes head compound definition.

Note

This element is ignored if PRO_E_MFG_ENABLE_CMM_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE.

PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes setup array. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: CMM Probe Setup.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the array of custom cycle names (to be used by holemaking sequences). For holemaking sequences, For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Holemaking Step

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_COMP

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the compound definition of a custom cycle name.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the custom cycle name.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CUST_CYCLE_COMP element.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the Simulation assembly compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEMBLY_NAME

Assembly Name

Specifies the simulation assembly model name.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_LOCAL_CSYS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the coordinate system datum feature. It will be aligned with the simulation assembly coordinate system during machining simulation.

Note

This element is a mandatory child element of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the workcell comments.

Element Trees: Manufacturing CMM Workcell

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a CMM workcell. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The CMM Workcell Element Tree:

The element tree for the CMM workcell is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatWcellCmm.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for CMM Workcell

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_WORKCELL.
PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value for this element is Add default value.
PRO_E_WCELL_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the workcell used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_WCELL_CMM.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters .
PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_CMM_HEAD	Compound	Optional compound element. Specifies the CMM probes head compound definition.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP_ARR	Array	Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes setup array. For more information, refer to the section The CMM probe Setup Element Tree:.
PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND	Compound	Optional compound element. Specifies the simulation assembly compound definition.
PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEMBLY_NAME	Assembly Name	Specifies the simulation assembly model name. Note This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.
PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_LOCAL_CSYS_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Specifies the coordinate system datum feature. It will be aligned with the simulation assembly coordinate system during machining simulation. Note This element is a mandatory child element of PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ASSEM_COMPOUND element.
PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Specifies the workcell comments.
PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_ENABLE_GENERIC_CUTCOM_OPT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	This parameter specifies a generic cutter compensation. When it is unselected, you can access the "Turn Cutter Compensation" layout, enabling you to refer to the unique cutcom for turning sequences. Toolpath computation uses the cutcom values based on the type of milling or turning

Element Trees: Profile Milling Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a profile milling step. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Profile Milling Element Tree:

The element tree for the profile milling Creo NC sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatProfMilling.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Profile Milling Sequence

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Profile_Milling_1.

PRO_E_SEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_SEQ_PROF_SURF_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the number of controlled axes. The valid values are:

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3—Applicable if work center allows 3-axis machining. This is the default value.

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4—Applicable if work center allows 4-axis or 5-axis machining. It is used for machining with the tool axis parallel to the plane specified in PRO_E_MFG_4_AXIS_PLANE.

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5—Applicable if work center allows 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_SEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements .

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters .

PRO_E_MACH_SURFS

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the machining surfaces compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the surfaces side compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Surface Side.

PRO_E_MFG_4_AXIS_PLANE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum plane or planar surface.

Note

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This element is mandatory for 4-axis machining (PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT set to 4).

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This element is ignored for 3-axis and 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_SCALLOP_SURF_COLL

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the scallop surfaces compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Optional element. Specifies the scallop surfaces collection.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the check surfaces compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Checking Surfaces.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the approach and exit compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Approach and Exit.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool motion compound specification and the applicable tool motion types for this element are:

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Tool Motion — Profile Mill Cut

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Tool Motion — Follow Cut

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Tool Motion — Follow Curve

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Tool Motion — Go To Point

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Tool Motion — Go Delta

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Tool Motion — Go Home

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Tool Motion — Plunge

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Tool Motion — Go Retract

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Tool Motion — Tangent Approach

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Tool Motion — Tangent Exit

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Tool Motion — Normal Approach

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Tool Motion — Normal Exit

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Tool Motion — Lead In

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Tool Motion — Lead Out

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Tool Motion — Helical Approach

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Tool Motion — Helical Exit

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Tool Motion — Follow Curve—For 4 and 5 axis machining.

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Approach Along Tool Axis

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Exit Along Tool Axis—For 4 and 5 axis machining.

Note

The Follow Cut motion must be placed just after the element PRO_TM_TYPE_PROFILE_MILL_CUT, motion or another Follow Cut motion.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Manufacturing Surface Side

The element PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_COMPOUND is documented in the header file ProMfgElemSurfSide.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the surface side feature.

PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_COMPOUND	Compound	Specifies the surface Side compound.
PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_TOLERAE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Mandatory element. Specifies the tolerance used for composing groups of adjacent quilts. Note The value for this element should be nonnegative.
PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_FLIP_QUILTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the selection of quilts to be flipped. This element supports multiple selections.

Element Trees: Face Milling Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a Face Milling feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Face Milling Element Tree:

The element tree for the face milling feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatFacing.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Face Milling feature

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_FEATURE_TREE element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Face_Milling_1.

PRO_E_SEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_SEQ_FACE_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_SEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference .

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MACH_SURFS

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the machining surfaces compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Machining Surfaces.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the approach and exit compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Approach and Exit.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion types for this element are :

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FACE_MILLING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Face Milling.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Cut.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. Refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_ENTRY_PNT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the entry point selection. Effects start location of the first cut.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Machining Surfaces

The Machining Surface Element Tree:

The element tree for the machining surfaces feature is documented in the header file ProMfgElemMachSurf.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Machining Surface Feature

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MACH_SURF_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

This element specifies the controlling of the object to be selected. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_MACH_SURF_OPT_SURFACES—Specifies that surface collection will be defined.

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PRO_MACH_SURF_OPT_MILL_WIND—Specifies that window selection will be defined (for Face Milling).

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PRO_MACH_SURF_OPT_PREV_STEP—Specifies that previous step will be defined (not for Face Milling).

PRO_E_MACH_SURF_COMP

Compound

This compound element specifies the collection of surfaces.

Note

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_MACH_SURF_OPT is not set to PRO_MACH_SURF_OPT_SURFACES.

PRO_E_MACH_SURF_REF_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INTEGER

Specifies the reference types. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_REFPART—Specifies that surfaces from a reference part are collected.

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PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_WORKPIECE—Specifies that surfaces from a workpiece part are collected.

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PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_MILL_VOLUME—Specifies that mill volume is selected or individual surfaces belonging to a mill volume are collected.

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PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_MILL_MVOLSRF—Specifies that a Mill Surface is selected or individual surfaces belonging to a Mill Surface quilt are collected.

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PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_TOP_ASSEM_SRF—Specifies that quilt created at the assembly level is selected.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

This element specifies the collection of selected surfaces to be machined.

Note

This element is mandatory if neither PRO_E_MFG_MILL_WIND_SRF nor PRO_E_MACH_SURF_PREV_STEP are defined.

PRO_E_MFG_MILL_WIND_SRF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of mill window feature.

Note

Specify this element only if the elements PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL and PRO_E_MACH_SURF_PREV_STEP are not defined.

PRO_E_MACH_SURF_PREV_STEP

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of an Creo NC step feature.

Note

This element is mandatory if neither the element PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL nor the element PRO_E_MFG_MILL_WIND_SRF are defined. This element must not be set otherwise.

PRO_E_MACH_SRF_FLIP

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INTEGER

Specifies the position of flip quilt. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies the machining of the surface on the side defined by the default normal.

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PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies the machining of the surface on the opposite side defined by the default normal.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MACH_SURFS is defined and the reference type is set to PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_MILL_MVOLSRF or PRO_SURF_REF_TYPE_TOP_ASSEM_SRF.

Element Trees: Fixture Definition

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for Manufacturing Fixture Setup. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Manufacturing Fixture Setup Element Tree:

The element tree for the manufacturing fixture setup is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatFixture.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Manufacturing Fixture Setup feature

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_FEATURE_TREE element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_FIXSETUP.
PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is FSETP1.
PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.
PRO_E_FIXTURE_COMPONENT_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the selection of the reference components. This element supports multiple selections. Note Specify this element only if the component is inserted in the manufacturing assembly.
PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step. Note This element is used only in special process application.
PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Specifies the sequence comments.

Manufacturing Holemaking Step

The element tree for PRO_E_FEATURE_TREE is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatHolemaking.h, and is shown in the following figure.

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_FEATURE_TREE element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_DRILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the sequence feature name.

PRO_E_SEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the sequence type. The valid value for this element is PRO_SEQ_HOLEMAKING.

PRO_E_HOLEMAKING_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of holemaking sequence using the enumerated value ProHolemakingType.

PRO_E_DRILL_MODE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the holemaking mode - machining with rotating part or rotating tool using the enumerated value ProDrillModeOption.

Note

This element is mandatory for drilling on mill-turn work center.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_MFG_HOLEMAKING_CYCLE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the holemaking cycle type using the enumerated value ProHmCycleType.

Note

This element is mandatory for drilling, tapping, counterboring, countersinking. For countersinking, this element should be set to the value PRO_HM_CYCLE_TYPE_STANDARD. This element is ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the number of axes. The valid value for this element are:

•

Note

This element can be set to 5 only if work center allows 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the coordinate system datum feature to be used as a sequence coordinate system.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Specifies the retract compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements for more information on the element tree.

Note

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This element is mandatory when the element PRO_E_DRILL_MODE is set to PRO_DRILL_HOLE_ON_MILL.

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This element is ignored when the element PRO_E_DRILL_MODE is set to PRO_DRILL_HOLE_ON_LATHE.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Specifies the tool reference compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of site with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The name will be ignored if site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_CUSTOM_CYCLE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the name of custom cycle which will be used to define machining strategy.

Note

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A custom cycle with specified name must exists in manufacturing model.

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This element is mandatory for custom cycle holemaking (when the element PRO_E_HOLEMAKING_TYPE is not set to PRO_HOLE_MK_CUSTOM)

PRO_E_HOLESETS

Array

Specifies an array of holesets which gives specification of holes to machine. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Holemaking Holeset for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the check surfaces compound definition. The element tree for the Checking Surfaces is defined in the header file ProMfgElemCheckSurf.h. For more information, refer to the section Checking Surfaces for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool motion compound specification. The applicable tool motion types for this element are:

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Tool Motion — Auto Cut

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Tool Motion — Go To Point

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Tool Motion — Go Delta

•

Tool Motion — Go Home

•

Tool Motion — Go Retract

•

Tool Motion — Connect

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Tool Motion — CL Command

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to start machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. Allows to end machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the reference selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometry references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the view name. It allows you to associate specific view with a machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. It allows you to associate a specific simplified representation with a machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimate. It allows you to specify time estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate. It allows you to specify cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time. It allows you to specify actual time for the machining step

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Manufacturing Holemaking Holeset

The element PRO_E_HOLESETS specifies an array of holesets and gives specifications about machining references. This element is documented in the header file ProMfgElemHoleset.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for Manufacturing Holemaking Holeset

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_HOLESETS element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_HOLESET

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the holeset definition.

Note

The holeset array must have at least one member.

PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the holeset type - axes, points or geometry. The values for this element are defined by ProHolesetType.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the holemaking start compound specification.

Note

This element is ignored for web drilling. Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_END

Compound

Specifies the holemaking depth compound specification.

Note

This element is ignored for web drilling. Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH

Compound

Specifies the web drilling depth compound specification.

Note

Mandatory for web drilling. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_PLATES

Compound

Specifies the compound definition of the custom cycle.

Note

This element is mandatory for custom cycle holemaking. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_DRILL_PART_DATA

Compound

Specifies the compound information about components used in depth computation. Mandatory element if start or end of machining has to be computed and at least one of the following hold true:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_AUTO_START.

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_AUTO or PRO_DRILL_THRU_ALL.

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_AUTO or PRO_DRILL_THRU_ALL.

PRO_E_AUTO_SEL_DRILL_PARTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. The option defines the way components are collected. The valid values for this element are:

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TRUE—All components of type "reference part" or "workpiece" are considered for depth calculation.

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FALSE—Only selected components are considered in depth calculation.

PRO_E_DRILL_PARTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the components selections. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

Mandatory element if PRO_E_AUTO_SEL_DRILL_PARTS is set to FALSE.

PRO_E_AUTODRILL_INFO

Compound

A compound element specifying auto drilling information.

Note

This element is mandatory for auto drilling hole sets.

PRO_E_AUTODRILL_DEPTH_BY_TABLE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

This element is used for auto drilling hole sets. The valid values for this element are:

•

TRUE—It reads the depth information from the auto drilling table.

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FALSE—It takes the depth information from the hole set definition.

Note

This element is mandatory for auto drilling hole sets.

PRO_E_HOLESET_ORIENT_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the machining direction option for 5-axis holemaking from the selected reference. The valid values for this element are:

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Away

•

Toward

The values for this element are defined by ProDrillOrientType.

Note

This element is optional for axes holeset for 5-axis holemaking. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_ORIENT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the single reference selection (surface, point, axis) to define the direction of machining for 5-axis holemaking.The valid values for this element are:

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Away—Applicable when the element PRO_E_HOLESET_ORIENT_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_ORIENT_TO_REF.

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Toward—Applicable when the element PRO_E_HOLESET_ORIENT_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_ORIENT_FROM_REF

Note

This element is optional for axes holeset for 5-axis holemaking. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_TIP_CTRL_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the cutting tool control tip number. It defines a point on the cutting tool to be controlled during machining of the hole set.

Note

The first point of the tool is used if the element does not exist.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SELECTION_RULES

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the compound information about location of holes to drill.

Note

Define this element when at least one of the following child elements are defined:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_ON_SURFACES

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_PNTS

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_BY_FEATURE

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AUTO_CHAMFER

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_AXES

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DRILL_GROUP_REF

•

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT

•

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_START_HOLE_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the axis selection (for axes holeset) or point selection (for points holeset) for the hole to be drilled first.

PRO_E_HOLESET_UNFLIPPED_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the axis selections for holes that should be drilled as per orientation of the axis entities. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

This element is optional for axes holeset for 5-axis holemaking. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_FLIPPED_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the axis selections for holes that should be drilled in the direction opposite to the orientation of the axis entities. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

This element is optional for axes holeset for 5-axis holemaking. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_GANG_TOOL_INFO

Compound

Optional element. A compound element specifying the gang tool properties.

PRO_E_HSET_GANG_TOOL_PARENT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

This element is mandatory for gang tool specification. Specifies the parent step id.

PRO_E_HSET_IS_GANG_TOOL_LEADER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

This element is mandatory for gang tool specification. Specifies if holeset is a leader of the gang tool. It takes the following values:

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True—Specifies that the holeset is a leader of the gang tool.

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False—Specifies that the holeset is not a leader of the gang tool.

Element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_START

The element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_START is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_HOLESET_START defined in the header file ProMfgElemHoleset.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_HOLESET_START

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the holemaking start compound specification.

Note

This element is ignored for web drilling. Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the start surface option using the enumerated value ProDrillStartType.

Note

This element is ignored for web drilling and counersinking (when PRO_E_HOLEMAKING_TYPE is set toPRO_HOLE_MK_CSINK or PRO_HOLE_MK_WEB). Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START_SURFACE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the starting surface or quilt selection.

Note

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For countersink, this element is optional if auto_chamfer rule is set and there is no explicit axes selection.

•

For web drilling this element is ignored.

•

For other holemaking types this element is mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_FROM_SURFACE.

PRO_E_HOLESET_START_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies that the drilling will start at this offset from sequence coordinate system origin.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_HOLESET_START_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_START_OFFSET_FROM_CSYS. Ignored in all other cases.

Element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_END

The element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_END is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_HOLESET_END defined in the header file ProMfgElemHoleset.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_HOLESET_END

Compound

Specifies the holemaking depth compound specification.

Note

This element is ignored for web drilling. Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the end type option. The values for this element are defined by ProDrillEndType.

Note

This element is ignored for counersinking. Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_MEASURE_BY

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the depth calculation option.The valid values for this element are

•

Tip

•

Shoulder

The values for this element are defined by ProDrillDepthByType.

Note

This element is ignored for counersinking and web drilling. Mandatory for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_SURFACE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the end surface or quilt selection.

Note

•

This element is ignored for countersinking and web drilling.

•

This element is ignored for custom drilling if cycle definition does not use end surface.

•

This element is mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_UPTO_SURFACE. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_VALUE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the depth to drill from start.

Note

This element is mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_OFFSET_FROM_START. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_END_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies that the drilling will end at this offset from sequence coordinate system origin.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_HOLESET_END_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_END_OFFSET_FROM_CSYS. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CSINK_DIAM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the countersink diameter.

Note

This element is mandatory for countersink sequence (when PRO_E_HOLEMAKING_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLE_MK_CSINK). Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_USE_BRKOUT_DIST

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element.Specifies the depth breakout option. The valid values for this element are:

•

TRUE—To drill an additional BREAKOUT_DISTANCE(manufacturing parameter) deeper.

•

FALSE— Does not drill deeper than defined by depth specification. Ignored for countersink sequences.

Note

This element is ignored if end_type is PRO_DRILL_THRU_ALL_PARTS or PRO_DRILL_AUTO_END.

Element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH

The element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH defined in the header file ProMfgElemHoleset.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH

Compound

Specifies the web drilling depth compound specification.

Note

Mandatory for web drilling. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the web drilling depth type option. The valid values for this element are:

•

Blind

•

Auto

•

Through

•

The values for this element are defined by ProDrillDepthType.

Note

This element is mandatory for web drilling. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_BY_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the web drilling depth calculation option. The valid values for this element are:

•

Tip

•

Shoulder

•

The values for this element are defined by ProDrillDepthByType.

Note

This element is mandatory for web drilling. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_PLATES

Array

Specifies an array of web drilling plates.

Note

This element is mandatory for web drilling. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_PLATE

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the web drilling plate definition.

Note

At least one plate must be defined in array of plates.

PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_START

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the web drilling plate starting surface or quilt selection.

Note

This element is mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_DEPTH_TYPE is set to PRO_DRILL_BLIND. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_END_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the web drilling plate depth type option. The values for this element are defined by ProDrillEndType.

Note

This element is mandatory for web drilling. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_END

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the web drilling plate end surface or quilt selection.

Note

This element is mandatory for web drilling if PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_END_OPT is set to PRO_DRILL_UPTO_SURFACE. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_DEPTH

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the web drilling depth from plate start.

Note

Mandatory for web drilling if PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_END_OPT is set to PRO_DRILL_OFFSET_FROM_START. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_PLATE_BRKOUT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the web drilling depth breakout option. The valid values for this element are:

•

TRUE—Drills an additional BREAKOUT_DISTANCE(manufacturing parameter) deeper.

•

FALSE—Does not drill deeper than defined by depth specification.

Note

This element is ignored for countersink sequences.

Element Tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_PLATES

The element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_PLATES is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_PLATES defined in the header file ProMfgElemHoleset.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_PLATES

Compound

Specifies the compound definition of the custom cycle.

Note

This element is mandatory for custom cycle holemaking. Ignored for other types of holemaking.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REFERENCES

Array

Specifies an array of custom cycle references.

Note

•

The number of members in array should match with number of references in custom cycle definition (stored in manufacturing model).

•

Mandatory if references are used in the custom cycle definition (see PRO_E_MFG_CUSTOM_CYCLE_NAME).

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF

Compound

Mandatory element for custom cycle with references. Specifies the compound definition of a custom cycle reference.

PRO_E_MFG_CUST_CYCLE_PLATE_NAME

Compound

Mandatory element for reference definition. Specifies the name of custom cycle reference.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element for reference definition. Specifies the type of reference specification. The values for this element are defined by ProCustomRefOption.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_SEL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the custom cycle reference surface or quilt selection.

Note

Mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_OPT is set to PRO_CUSTOM_DRILL_SELECT_REFERENCE. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the custom cycle reference specification by offset value from sequence coordinate system origin.

Note

Mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_OPT is set to PRO_CUSTOM_DRILL_OFFSET_FROM_CSYS. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_DEPTH

Specifies the custom cycle reference specification by offset value from start surface.

Note

Mandatory if PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_REF_OPT is set to PRO_CUSTOM_DRILL_OFFSET_FROM_START. Ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_VARIABLES

Array

Specifies an array of custom cycle variables.

Note

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The number of members in array should match with number of variables in the custom cycle definition (stored in manufacturing model).

•

Mandatory if variables are used in named custom cycle (see PRO_E_MFG_CUSTOM_CYCLE_NAME).

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_VAR

Compound

Mandatory element for custom cycle with variables. Specifies the compound definition of a custom cycle variable.

PRO_E_MFG_CUST_CYCLE_VAR_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Mandatory element for variable definition. Specifies the name of custom cycle variable.

PRO_E_HOLESET_CUSTOM_CYCLE_VAR_VALUE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Mandatory element for variable definition. Specifies the Custom cycle variable value.

Element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_SELECTION_RULES

The element tree for PRO_E_HOLESET_SELECTION_RULES is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_HOLESET_SELECTION_RULES defined in the header file ProMfgElemHoleset.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_HOLESET_SELECTION_RULES

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the compound information about location of holes to drill.

Note

Define this element when at least one of the following child elements are defined:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_ON_SURFACES

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_PNTS

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_BY_FEATURE

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AUTO_CHAMFER

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_AXES

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DRILL_GROUP_REF

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_ON_SURFACES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of surfaces (or quilts) with points. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is optional for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

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This element is ignored for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_BY_FEATURE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum point features. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is optional element for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

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This element is ignored for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES)

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PROJECT_SURFACES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of surfaces or quilts. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is mandatory for five-axis holemaking (PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT is set to 5) if at least one point selection is set for one of the following elements:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_PNTS

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_BY_FEATURE

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Only the points placed on selected surface will be considered for machining in the direction normal to the surface (at the location defined by the point).

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This element is ignored for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_MAX_PROJECT_DIST

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the accuracy used to determine whether a point lies on a surface.

Note

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This element is mandatory for five-axis holemaking (PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPTis set to 5) if at least one point selection is set for one of the following elements:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_PNTS

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_BY_FEATURE

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Only the points placed on selected surface will be considered for machining in the direction normal to the surface (at the location defined by the point).

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This element is ignored for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_UNSEL_PNTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of points for holes to be excluded for machining. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is optional for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

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This element is ignored for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_PNTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of points. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is mandatory for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS) if none of the following elements is defined:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_ON_SURFACES

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_PNTS_BY_FEATURE

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Ignored for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AUTO_CHAMFER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the auto chamfer option. The valid values for this element are:

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TRUE—Collects holes with chamfers matching chamfer angle with angle of cutting tool (see PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND for tool reference).

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FALSE—Does not collect holes by chamfer dimensions.

Note

This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of axes of patterned holes. If a pattern leader is selected, all holes in pattern will be collected. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DRILL_GROUP_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of drill group features. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of surfaces or quilts with holes. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

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PRO_HSET_ALL_DIAMS—This is the default value. Specifies that diameters of both solid surfaces and cosmetic threads can be collected.

Note

If the element PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_TYPE_OPT is not defined, then by default, the hole diameter of type PRO_HSET_ALL_DIAMS is used.

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PRO_HSET_HOLE_DIAMS—Specifies that diameters only of solid surfaces can be collected.

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PRO_HSET_THREAD_DIAMS—Specifies that diameters only of cosmetic threads can be collected.

Note

This element is not required for holeset of type points and geometry.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of diameters of holes to machine.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_COMPOUND

Compound

Specifies the compound definition of a hole diameter.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_HOLE_DIAM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the diameter of a hole to machine.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_RULE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of query that must be used to search for holes to machine.

The query type is specified using the enumerated data type ProHsetParamRuleOpt. The valid values are:

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PRO_HSET_BOOL_OPER_OR—Collects holes that satisfy at least one of the search conditions set for a parameter.

PRO_HSET_BOOL_OPER_AND—Collects holes that satisfy all the search conditions set for a parameter.

The search conditions and parameters are defined in the elements PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM*.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of search conditions to collect holes for machining.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies a compound element that defines a search condition to match with the user defined parameters in hole features.

Each condition defines an expression with user defined parameter name on the left side of the expression and value to compare on the right side.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the name of user defined parameter.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the data type of the value. The values for this element are defined by defined by ProParamvalueType.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_OPER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the Ttype of expression operator. The values for this element are defined by defined by ProDrillParamOper.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_DBL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the value of type double.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM
_COMPOUND element for double data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_DOUBLE). Ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_INT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the value of type integer.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for double data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_INTEGER). Ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_STR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the value of type string.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for double data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_STRING). Ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_VAL_BOOL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the value of type ProBoolean.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_COMPOUND element for double data type (PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_DTYPE is set to PRO_PARAM_BOOLEAN). Ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_UNSEL_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of axes of holes to be excluded for machining. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is Optional for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES).

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This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_AXES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum axes. Mandatory element for axes holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_AXES) if none of the following elements is defined:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AUTO_CHAMFER

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AXIS_PATTS

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DRILL_GROUP_REF

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_PARAM_ARR

Note

This element is ignored for points holeset (PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_POINTS).

This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_UNSEL_GEOMETRY

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of holes to be excluded for machining. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

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This element is optional for a geometry holeset that is, if the element PRO_E_HOLESET_TYPE is set to PRO_HOLESET_DRILL_GEOM.

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This element is ignored for points holeset and axes holeset.

PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_INDIV_GEOMETRY

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection for individual holes. This element supports multiple selections. This element is mandatory for geometry holeset, if none of the following elements are defined:

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_AUTO_CHAMFER

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PRO_E_HOLESET_SEL_BY_SURFACES

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PRO_E_MFG_HSET_DIAM_ARR

Note

This element is ignored for points holeset and axes holeset.

Shut off Surface Feature Element Tree

The shut off tool creates a surface that caps an opening in a molded part. In the Mold and Cast Design mode, the shut off tool creates an assembly surface that references the quilts, surfaces and edges of a part. In the Part design mode, the shut off tool creates part surfaces that reference solid surfaces and quilt surfaces with single-sided or double-sided edges.

The element tree for the shut off surface feature is documented in the header file ProMoldShutSrf.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Mold Shut Off feature:

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the shut-off surface feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_MOLD_SHUTOFF_SRF.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the name of the feature.

PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_REF_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of references to be selected for the shut off surface. Select either surface references or curve references. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProShutSrfRefType:

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PRO_SHUT_SRF_SRF_REF— Specifies the references for a surface.

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PRO_SHUT_SRF_CRV_REF— Specifies the references for a curve.

PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_SRF_REFS

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies a compound element that contains the surface references.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the surfaces for which shut off surfaces need to be created. Select a single surface or multiple surfaces, if the reference type PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_REF_TYPE is set as PRO_SHUT_SRF_SRF_REF. If PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_REF_TYPE is set as PRO_SHUT_SRF_CRV_REF, then all the surfaces are automatically selected.

PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_COLL_CRV_CMP

Compound

Specifies a compound element for curve chains. Chains enable you to perform operations on all of the selected curves in that chain or on multiple chains simultaneously by either including or excluding them from creating shut off surfaces.

PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_ARR_COLL_CRV

Array

Specifies an array of curve chain loops that can be included or excluded from creating shut off surfaces. By default all the selected surfaces are included while creating the shut off surfaces.

Note

The selected loops are excluded while creating shut off surfaces only if the element PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_CLOSE_ALL is set to PRO_SHUT_SRF_SHUT_ALL and this element becomes optional.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the reference chain loops to be included or excluded while creating shut off surfaces. Select both open and closed chain loops as reference. By default all the selected reference chain loops are included while creating the shut off surfaces. The reference chain loops are excluded only if the value of the element PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_CLOSE_ALL is set to the value True.

Note

You can specify only one-sided edges as curve chain loops if the element PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_REF_TYPE is set to PRO_SHUT_SRF_CRV_REF.

PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_CAP_SRFS

Compound

Optional element. Specifies a compound element for cap surface references.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of reference surfaces for capping open loops. This is an optional element and you can select single or multiple surfaces as reference.

Note

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You can select multiple surfaces only if the datum plane is not selected.

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Select a reference surface only if open curve-chain loops are selected.

PRO_E_SHUT_SRF_CLOSE_ALL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_BOOLEAN

Specifies an option to include all loops while creating shut off surfaces. The valid value for this element is PRO_SHUT_SRF_SHUT_ALL.

Element Trees: Manufacturing Round and Chamfer

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for manufacturing a round and chamfer feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

Manufacturing Round And Chamfer Element Tree

The element tree for the Round and Chamfer feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatRoundChamferMilling.h and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Round And Chamfer feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Round and Chamfer feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Engraving_1.

PRO_E_SEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_SEQ_ROUND_MILL— For round sequence.

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PRO_SEQ_CHAMFER_MILL— For chamfer sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_SEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the sequee coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference .

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MACH_SURFS

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the machining surfaces compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Machining Surfaces.

PRO_E_MFG_CUT_START_PNT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Select a datum point, or a point on the bottom edges of the machining surfaces.

Note

This element is applicable only when the machining surfaces form a closed loop. It allows to start machining at the location nearest to the selected point.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the check surfaces collection. For more information, refer to the section Checking Surfaces.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Optional compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion type for this element are:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ROUND_MILLING— For Round Sequence. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Round Milling.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CHAMFER_MILLING— For Chamfer sequence. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Chamfer Milling.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Cut .

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

The applicable tool motion types for 4 and 5-axis machining are:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Approach Along Tool Axis .

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Exit Along Tool Axis .

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequees. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the referee selections such as part, feature, curve, surface, datum plane, axis, point, and datum coordinate. It allows you to create additional geometric references to be used only in special process application. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Engraving Step

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a engraving step. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Engraving Step Element Tree

The element tree for the Engraving Step feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatEngraving.h and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Engraving feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Engraving feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Engraving_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_GROOVE_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the number of controlled axes. The valid values for this element are:

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3— Default value.

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4— Used for machining with tool axis parallel to the plane specified in PRO_E_MFG_4_AXIS_PLANE. This is applicable if work center allows 4-axis, or 5-axis machining.

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5— Used for 5-axis machining. This is applicable if work center allows 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements .

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference .

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters .

PRO_E_MFG_MACH_CRVS

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the machining curves compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Specifies the curve collection.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_CURVE_FEAT is not set.

PRO_E_MFG_CURVE_FEAT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the curve feature selection. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL is not set.

PRO_E_MFG_NORM_SRFS

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the normal surfaces compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Specifies the normal surfaces collection and is used for tool axis control.

Note

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This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL is set with curves.

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This element is ignored for 3-axis machining.

PRO_E_MFG_NORM_GEOM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the normal surface selection and is used for tool axis control.

Note

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This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL is set with edges.

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This element is ignored for 3-axis machining.

PRO_E_MFG_4_AXIS_PLANE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum plane or planar surface.

Note

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This element is mandatory for 4-axis machining, when the element PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT is set to 4.

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This element is ignored for 3-axis and 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion type for this element are:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GROOVE_MILLING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Groove Milling.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

The applicable tool motion types for 4 and 5-axis machining are:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Approach Along Tool Axis.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Exit Along Tool Axis.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Manufacturing Cutline Milling Sequence

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a cutline milling sequence. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Cutline Milling Element Tree

The element tree for the cutline milling sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatCutlineMilling.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Cutline Milling feature

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the Creo NC sequence. The default value is Cutline_Milling_1.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_NCSEQ_CUTLINE_MILL.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the number of controlled axes. The valid values for this element are:

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3—Default value.

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4—Used for machining with tool axis parallel to the plane specified in PRO_E_MFG_4_AXIS_PLANE. This is applicable if work center allows 4-axis, or 5-axis machining.

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5—Used for 5-axis machining. This is applicable if work center allows 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MACH_SURFS

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies the machining surfaces compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Element Trees: Machining Surfaces.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_TP_OPTIONS

Compound

Optional element. Specifies tool path options.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_TP_TOOL_CENTER_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the tool center curve option.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_CUT_DEFINITION

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the cutline array compound definition. For more information on the sub elements, For more information, refer to the section Element Tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_CUT_DEFINITION.

PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the surface side definition. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Surface Side.

PRO_E_MFG_4_AXIS_PLANE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum plane or planar surface.

Note

This element is mandatory for 4-axis machining, when the element PRO_E_MFG_SEQ_NUM_AXES_OPT is set to 4 and is ignored for 3-axis and 5-axis machining.

PRO_E_SCALLOP_SURF_COLL

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the scallop surfaces compound definition.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the check surfaces collection. For more information, refer to the section Checking Surfaces.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound element for the axis definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool motion compound specifications. The applicable tool motion types for this element are :

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CUTLINE_MILLING. For more information, refer to the section The Cutline Milling Element Tree.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXITFor more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Ramp Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Connect.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

The applicable tool motion types for 4 and 5-axis machining are:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Approach Along Tool Axis.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Exit Along Tool Axis.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites .

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_CUT_DEFINITION

The element tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_CUT_DEFINITION is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_CUTLINE_CUT_DEFINITION defined in the header file ProMfgFeatCutlineMilling.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_CUTLINE_ALT_SRFS

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the cutline alternate surface compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Optional element. Specifies the cutline alternate surface collection.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_USE_ALT_SRFS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the cutline alternate surface option definition.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_AUTO_OUTER_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the auto cutline option definition. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that cutlines are being defined manually.

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PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that cutlines are being defined automatically.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_INNER_POINT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the auto cutline inner point selection.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_INNER_FIRST_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the auto cutline inner first option definition. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that outer auto cutline is first.

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PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that innner auto cutline is first.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_REF_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of cutlines.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of cutline synchronization lines.

Element Tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_REF_ARR

The element tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_REF_ARR is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_CUTLINE_REF_ARR defined in the header file ProMfgFeatCutlineMilling.h.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_CUTLINE_REF_ITEM	Compound	Specifies the cutline compound definition. Note This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_CUTLINE_AUTO_OUTER_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE and is not used if PRO_E_CUTLINE_AUTO_OUTER_OPT is set to PRO_B_TRUE.
PRO_E_CUTLINE_ID	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the cutline id.
PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL	Chain Collection	Mandatory element. Specifies the cutline chain collection.
PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT	Compound	Optional element. Specifies the cutline start point compound definition.
PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT_REF	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the cutline start point reference.
PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT_OFFSET_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Optional element. Specifies the cutline start point offset type.
PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT_OFFSET	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the cutline start point offset definition.
PRO_E_CUTLINE_PROJ_PLN	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the cutline project plane definition.

Element Tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_ARR

The element tree for PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_ARR is as shown in the figure below:

The following table lists the sub elements of the element PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_ARR defined in the header file ProMfgFeatCutlineMilling.h.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_ITEM

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch line compound definition.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch line id.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch line name.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch line type. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_TYPE_POINTS— Specifies the synch between points on the cutlines.

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PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_TYPE_REF—Specifies the synch on the reference chains.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_POINT_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of cutline synch points.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_POINT

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch point compound definition.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_POINT_REF_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch point reference ID.

PRO_E_CUTLINE_SYNC_POINT_RATIO

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch point ratio.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Optional element. Specifies the cutline synch line chain collection.

Element Tree for PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP

The element tree for PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP is as shown in the figure below:

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the axis definition. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProAxisDefType and are as follows:

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PRO_AXIS_DEF_TYPE_UNDEF

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PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_PIVOT_REF

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_LOCATIONS

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PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_TWO_CONTOURS

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_NORM_SURF

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_PIVOT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the single reference. You can select either a point or an axis.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_PIVOT_REF This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_NORM_SRF

Compound

Normal Surface compound element.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_ NORM_SURF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOCATION_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of locations.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_LOCATIONS. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOCATION

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the compound element for the location axis definition.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIGIN_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the single reference. You can either select a point on a curve or an edge.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_COMP

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the orientation compound element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the single reference selection. You can select either a point or an axis.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the elements PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_X and PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_Y are not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_X

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the lead angle. The valid range for this element is from —90 to +90.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_Y

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the tilt angle. The valid range for this element is from —90 to +90.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOC_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the flip direction at a location. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction will be reversed.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_CURVE_COMP

Compound

Specifies the compound element for the pivot curve.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_TWO_CONTOURS. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Mandatory element. Specifies a general compound element for chain collection.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the synchronization array.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the synchronization compound element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_PNT_1

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the single reference selection. Select a point on the trajectory curve.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_PNT_2

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the single reference selection. Select a point on the pivot curve.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the flip direction.The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the tool motion is flipped in the reverse direction.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flip direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction will be reversed.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

Element Trees: Manufacturing Drill Group Feature

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a Drill Group feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

The Drill Group Feature Element Tree

The element tree for the drill group feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatDrillGroup.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Drill Group feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Drill Group feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_OPERATION.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name for the NC feature. The default value is DRILL_GROUP_1.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum coordinate system.

Note

This element is not supported for the Creo Parametric 2.0 release.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. This compound element specifies information about location of holes to be drilled.

Note

You can use this element only when at least one of the following child elements are defined:

•

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_INDIV

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PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_PATTERN

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PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_SURFACES

•

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_ARR

•

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_ARR

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_EXCL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of axes of holes to be excluded for machining. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_PATTERN

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of axes of patterned holes. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

If a pattern leader is selected, all the holes in the pattern will be collected.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_RULES_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the information about hole search rules.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_SURFACES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of surfaces or quilts with holes. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_TYPE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of hole diameters that can be collected in the element PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_ARR. The type of hole diameter is specified using the enumerated data type ProHolesetDiamType. The valid values are:

•

PRO_HSET_ALL_DIAMS—This is the default value. Specifies that diameters of both solid surfaces and cosmetic threads can be collected.

Note

If the element PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_TYPE_OPT is not defined, then by default, the hole diameter of type PRO_HSET_ALL_DIAMS is used.

•

PRO_HSET_HOLE_DIAMS—Specifies that diameters only of solid surfaces can be collected.

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PRO_HSET_THREAD_DIAMS—Specifies that diameters only of cosmetic threads can be collected.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of diameters of holes to be machined.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_COPMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies a compound definition of a hole diameter.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the diameter of the hole to be machined.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_COPMPOUND element.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_RULE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of query that must be used to search for holes to machine.

The query type is specified using the enumerated data type ProHsetParamRuleOpt. The valid values are:

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PRO_HSET_BOOL_OPER_OR—Collects holes that satisfy at least one of the search conditions set for a parameter.

PRO_HSET_BOOL_OPER_AND—Collects holes that satisfy all the search conditions set for a parameter.

The search conditions and parameters are defined in the elements PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM*.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of search conditions to collect the holes for machining.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies a compound definition of a condition to match the hole features with the user defined parameters.

Note

In Creo Parametric, each condition defines expression with user defined parameter name on the left side of the expression and value on the right side for comparison.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the name of the user defined parameter.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_DATA_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the data type of specified value using the enumerated type ProParamvalueType.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_OPER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of the expression operator using the enumerated type ProDrillParamOper.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_VAL_INT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the value of type double.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element for double data type and is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_VAL_DBL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the value of type integer.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element for integer data type and is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_VAL_WSTR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the value of type string.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element for string data type and is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_VAL_BOOL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the value of type ProBoolean.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_COMPOUND element for ProBoolean data type and is ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_INDIV

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of datum axes. This element supports multiple selections.

Note

This element is mandatory if none of the following elements are defined:

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PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_AXES_PATTERN

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PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_SURFACES

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PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_DIAM_ARR

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PRO_E_DRILL_GRP_PARAM_ARR

Manufacturing Volume Milling Feature

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a Volume Milling feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of this feature.

The Volume Milling Feature Element Tree

The element tree for the Volume Milling feature is documented in the header file ProMfgFeatVolMilling.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Volume Milling feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Volume Milling feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_MILL.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the default name for the feature.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the feature form and should be of type PRO_NCSEQ_VOL_MILL only.

PRO_E_MFG_OPER_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the operation feature selection.

PRO_E_NCSEQ_CSYS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum coordinate system that will be used as the coordinate system for the Creo NC sequence.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies retract definition. For more information, refer to the section Retract Elements.

PRO_E_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional Element. Specifies the type of spindle assigned to the sequence. The default value for this element is PRO_MFG_MAIN_SPINDLE.The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt. For more information on the values of ProSubSpindleOpt, refer to the section Spindle Types

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory compound element. Specifies tool reference definition. For more information, refer to the section Tool Reference.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_ADAPTER_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tool adapter model name.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the site file with default values for manufacturing parameters.

Note

The site file name will be ignored if the site does not exist in the manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters.

PRO_E_MFG_WIN_VOL_REF_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the machining reference compound specification.

PRO_E_MFG_WIN_VOL_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the selection of mill window or mill volume feature.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_CLOSED_LOOPS

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the closed loop compound specification.

PRO_E_MFG_CLOSED_LOOP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of closed loop specifications.

PRO_E_MFG_CLOSED_LOOP_REF_ITEM

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the closed loop specification.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Optional element. Specifies an excluded surfaces compound specification for chain collection.

PRO_E_MFG_WIN_VOL_EXCL_SURF_COMP

Compound

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Optional element. Specifies surface collection for the creation of the volume milling sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_WALLS_SURF_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the approach walls surfaces compound specification. Use this element only if mill volume is selected as a machining reference.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Optional element. Specifies surface collection for the creation of the volume milling sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_WALLS_CHAIN_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the approach walls chain compound specification. Use this element only if mill volume is selected as a machining reference.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Optional element. Specifies the chain collection for the creation of the volume milling sequence.

PRO_E_MFG_MILL_VOL_TOP_SURF_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of the top surface. Use this element only if mill volume is selected as a machining reference.

PRO_E_SCALLOP_SURF_COLL

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the scallop surfaces compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Optional element. Specifies the collection of the scallop surfaces.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the check surfaces compound definition. The element tree for the Checking Surfaces is defined in the header file ProMfgElemCheckSurf.h. For more information, refer to the section Checking Surfaces for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of tool motions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

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PRO_TM_TYPE_VOLUME_MILLING. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Volume Mill Cut.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Cut.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Follow Curve.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go To Point.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Delta.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Home.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PLUNGE. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Plunge.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Go Retract.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Tangent Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Normal Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead In.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Lead Out.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Approach.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXITFor more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — Helical Exit.

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND. For more information, refer to the section Tool Motion — CL Command.

PRO_E_MFG_START_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to start the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_END_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the datum point selection. It allows to end the machining at the specified position.

PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR

Array

Optional element. This array specifies the Ids of the prerequisite sequences. For more information, refer to the section Sequence Prerequisites.

PRO_E_MFG_PROCESS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

PRO_E_MFG_FEAT_VIEW_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the name of the view. This element allows you to associate a specific view with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_SIMP_REP_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the simplified representation name. This element allows you to associate the specific simplified representation with the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the time estimated for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COST_ESTIMATE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the cost estimate for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_TIME_ACTUAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the actual time for the machining step.

Note

This element is used only in special process application.

PRO_E_MFG_COMMENTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the sequence comments.

Element Trees: Skirt Feature

This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for a Skirt Surface Extension feature. It also describes how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

Skirt Surface Extension Feature Element Tree

The element tree for the skirt surface extension feature is documented in the header file ProMoldSkirtExt.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Skirt Surface Extension feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Skirt Extension feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_DATUM_SURF.

PRO_E_FEATURE_FORM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the feature form and should be of type PRO_SKIRT_EXT only.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the default name for the feature. The default value for this element isSkirt_Extension_1

PRO_E_SKIRT_REF_MODEL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Select the reference model used for creating the parting extension surface. The valid reference for this element is a single PRO_PART.

PRO_E_SKIRT_BOUNDARY_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specify the boundary reference for trimming the outer limits of the skirt surface. The valid reference for this element is either a single PRO_PART or a single PRO_QUILT.

PRO_E_SKIRT_PULL_DIR_COMPOUND

Compound

Specifies the reference for the view direction. The valid reference for this element is PRO_E_DIRECTION_COMPOUND. This element is optional, if the default pull direction exists. The default pull direction is used as a reference for the view direction.

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array element which contain a set of PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_COMPOUND elements.

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. Specify one element of this type for each compound set PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_COMPOUND contained in PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_ARR. Each set provides information about the skirt extension set.

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_REF_IDX

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the reference index, which is unique for each compound set PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_COMPOUND.

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of extension used for the skirt feature creation. This element defines the direction of the extension. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSkirtExtType and are as follows:

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_TYPE_NORMAL—Specifies that the skirt surface extension will be created normal to the pull direction and will end in a direction normal to the curve. The extension is created between the edge and the boundary reference.

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_TYPE_PARALLEL—Specifies that the skirt surface extension will be created parallel to the pull direction.

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_TYPE_TANGENT—Specifies that the skirt extension is created tangent to the model surface of the selected reference model.

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_TYPE_USER—Specifies that the skirt surface extension is created in the user-defined direction.

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_TYPE_NORMAL_TO_BNDRY—Specifies that the skirt extension is created normal to the pull direction and will end in a direction normal to the boundary.

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_CURVE_COMP

Compound

Mandatory element. This element specifies the collection of extension curves.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the curves for the skirt surface extension.

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_DIR_COMPOUND

Compound

Specifies the direction reference for building the geometry of the extension. This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_EXT_TYPE_USER.

PRO_E_DIRECTION_COMPOUND

Compound

Specifies the direction reference for the extension of surfaces. The valid references for this element are:

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Straight Edge

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Straight Curve

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Planar Surface

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Datum Plane

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Datum axis

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Datum Coordinate System Axis

PRO_E_SKIRT_EXT_SET_NEXT_DIR_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies an option to switch between the tangent or parallel extension solutions. In tangent extensions, this element enables you to switch between the two available tangent extension solutions, whereas in parallel extensions, this element flips the direction of the extension. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSkirtExtNextDirOpt and are as follows:

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_NEXT_DIR_DEFAULT—This is the default value for tangent and parallel extensions. Tangent extensions, use the default base geometry whereas parallel extensions, extend along the view direction.

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_NEXT_DIR_ALTERNATE—In case of tangent extension, the other base geometry is used to create the extension. For parallel extensions, the extension is opposite to the view direction.

PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_EXT_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. This element provides information about the shut-off extension options.

PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_EXT_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the extension shut-off used during the skirt feature creation. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSkirtShutoffExtType and are as follows:

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_SHUTOFF_BY_DIST—Defines the shut-off extension by a specified distance.

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PRO_SKIRT_EXT_SHUTOFF_BY_BOUND—Defines the shut-off extension till the selected boundary.

PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_EXT_DIST

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the shut-off extension distance. This element is mandatory only if the element PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_EXT_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_EXT_SHUTOFF_BY_DIST.

PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_CURVE_COMP

Compound

Specifies the selected boundary for the shut-off extension. This element is mandatory only if the element PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_EXT_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_EXT_SHUTOFF_BY_BOUND.

PRO_E_SKIRT_DRAFT_ANGLE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the draft angle to define the shut-off extension. The default value for this element is zero degrees.

PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_PLANE_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies a parting plane on which the shut-off surface extension is to be created. It defines how far the drafted surface will be extended. This element is mandatory only if the element PRO_E_SKIRT_SHUTOFF_EXT_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_EXT_SHUTOFF_BY_BOUND

PRO_E_SKIRT_CREATE_TRANS_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specify a value to create transitions across different sets of skirt extensions.

Skirt Fill Feature

The element tree for the skirt fill feature is documented in the header file ProMoldSkirtFill.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Skirt Fill feature

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the Skirt Fill feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_FEATURE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the type of the feature. The valid value for this element is PRO_FEAT_DATUM_SURF.

PRO_E_FEATURE_FORM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the feature form and should be of type PRO_SKIRT_FILL only.

PRO_E_STD_FEATURE_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the default name of the feature. The default value for this element is Skirt_Fill_1

PRO_E_SKIRT_REF_MODEL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Select the reference model used for creating the skirt surface fill feature. The valid reference for this element is a single PRO_PART

PRO_E_SKIRT_PULL_DIR_COMPOUND

Compound

PRO_E_DIRECTION_COMPOUND

Compound

Specifies the direction reference for the skirt surface. The valid references for this element are:

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Straight Edge

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Straight Curve

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Planar Surface

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Datum Plane

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Datum axis

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Datum Coordinate System Axis

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array element which contains a set of PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_COMPOUND elements.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. Specify one element of this type for each compound set PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_COMPOUND contained in PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_ARR. Each set gives provides information about the skirt fill set.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_REF_IDX

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the reference index, which is a unique value for each compound set PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SET_COMPOUND.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_CURVES_COMPOUND

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the collection of skirt fill closure curves.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Compound

Specifies the selection of the curves for the skirt surface fill feature.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specify the type of closure to be used for closing inner loops or holes in a skirt parting surface. The valid values for this element are defined by the enumerated type ProSkirtFillType and are as follows:

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PRO_SKIRT_FILL_STANDARD—This is the default closure type.

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PRO_SKIRT_FILL_MID_PLANE—Specifies the closure from the middle plane.

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PRO_SKIRT_FILL_MID_SURF—Specifies the closure from the middle surface.

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PRO_SKIRT_FILL_CAP_PLANE—Specifies the closure from the capping plane.

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PRO_SKIRT_FILL_CAP_SURF—Specifies the closure from the capping surface.

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PRO_SKIRT_FILL_NEAREST_PLANE—Specifies the closure from the nearest plane.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_PLANE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Select a planar surface. This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_FILL_MID_PLANE and PRO_SKIRT_FILL_CAP_PLANE.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_SURF_COMPOUND

Compound

Select any surface. You can select all the surfaces except the reference model geometry. This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_FILL_MID_SURF and PRO_SKIRT_FILL_CAP_SURF.

PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL
_LOOP_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the loop offset. This element is used only when the element PRO_E_SKIRT_FILL_TYPE is set to the value PRO_SKIRT_FILL_MID_PLANE or PRO_SKIRT_FILL_CAP_PLANE.

Sub-Element Trees: Creo NC Steps

This section describes how to construct and access the sub-element trees that are used in the creation of Creo NC features.

Retract Elements

The element PRO_E_RETR_SURF is documented in the header file ProMfgElemRetract.h, and is as shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_RETR_SURF element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_RETR_SURF element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_RETR_SURF_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of retract surface. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_RETR_SURF_UNDEFINED—Specifies that the retract surface type is not defined. This value is applicable only for manufacturing operations.

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PRO_RETR_SURF_PLANE—Specifies that the retract surface defined is a planar surface.

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PRO_RETR_SURF_CYLINDER—Specifies that the retract surface defined is a cylindrical surface.

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PRO_RETR_SURF_SPHERE—Specifies that the retract surface defined is a spherical surface.

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PRO_RETR_SURF_REVOLVED—Specifies that the retract surface defined is a revolved surface.

Note

The values PRO_RETR_SURF_CYLINDER, PRO_RETR_SURF_SPHERE, and PRO_RETR_SURF_REVOLVED are not applicable for 3-axis sequences and operations with 3-axis workcell.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the selection of retract surface. The type of reference depends on values specified for the element PRO_E_RETR_SURF_TYPE. The valid values for this element are:

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Plane retract: Planar retract includes datum plane, planar surface, planar quilt and coordinate system.

Note

For 3-axis sequence (operation):

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Planar surface must be normal to Z axis of the sequence (operation) coordinate system.

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Z axis of selected datum coordinate system must be alligned with Z axis of sequence (operation) coordinate system.

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Cylinder retract: Cylinder retract includes datum axis and coordinate system.

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Sphere retract: It includes datum point and coordinate system.

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Revolved surface retract: It includes revolved quilts.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF_ORIENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the orientation of the axis for the retract cylinder if coordinate system is selected as retract reference

The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_RETR_SURF_X_DIR

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PRO_RETR_SURF_Y_DIR

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PRO_RETR_SURF_Z_DIR

Note

This element is mandatory if coordinate system is selected for cylindrical retract reference and is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_RETR_SURF_VALUE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Mandatory element. Specifies the offset value for the planar retract. For cylindrical and spherical retracts, this element specifies the value of the radius.

Tool Reference

The element PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolRef.h, and is as shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_COMPOUND element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_HEAD_NUM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Head (turret) number. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_MFG_TOOL_HEAD_1— Specifies that the tool is placed in the head 1.

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PRO_MFG_TOOL_HEAD_2— Specifies that the tool is placed in the head 2.

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PRO_MFG_TOOL_HEAD_3—Specifies that the tool is placed in the head 3.

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PRO_MFG_TOOL_HEAD_4
—Specifies that the tool is placed in the head 4.

Note

You can specify the tools in head 1 for all types of workcells. Tools in head 2 can be specified for lathe and mill-turn workcells and tools in heads 3 and 4 can be specified for mill-turn workcells.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_POCKET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. This element defines the position of the tool in the turret head.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_REF_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool Id.

Manufacturing Parameters

The element PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR is documented in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h, and is as shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR element

The element PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR contains the compound element PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_COMPOUND that defines the name, attribute, and value of the parameter. You must define this element for parameters, such as, CUT_FEED and SPINDLE_SPEED, which do not have a default value. Refer to the Creo NC Manufacturing Help for more information on Creo NC Parameters.

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MFG_PRM_NAME

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the untranslated parameter name from the list predefined names.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_PRM_ATTR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the option to define logic for parameter value assignment. The values for this element are defined by ProMfgParamAttr. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_DEFAULT—The value from PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_DBL or PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_STR is going to be assigned to the corresponding manufacturing parameter.

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PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_AUTOMATIC—Default value (supplied by Creo NC) is going to be assigned to the corresponding manufacturing parameter. Use PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_DEFAULT to set param value to dash (if applicable). Value from PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_DBL or PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_STR is ignored.

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PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_MODIFIED—Value from site or parent sequence (for tool motion parameters) is going to be assigned to the corresponding manufacturing parameter. Value from PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_DBL or PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_STR is going to be used only if site with corresponding name does not exist in manufacturing model (The site name is specified by PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_SITE_NAME element in sequence elem tree).

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PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_INHERITED—Value will be assigned automatically: either from site (if exists), or from system defaults. The Value from PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_DBL or PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_STR is ignored.

Note

This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_COMPOUND element.

PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_DBL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the value of type double.

Note

This element is Mandatory for Double data type parameters with attribute set to PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_MODIFIED. Ignored for other data types.

PRO_E_MFG_PRM_VAL_STR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Specifies the value of type string.

Note

Mandatory for String data type parameters with attribute set to PRO_MFG_PRM_ATTR_MODIFIED. Ignored for other data types.

Surface Collection with Mill Window

The element PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND is documented in the header file ProMfgElemMachWindow.h, and is as shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND element

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_MFG_MILL_WIND	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Mandatory element. Specifies the selection of mill window feature.
PRO_E_MFG_CMP_CLOSED_LOOPS	Compound	Optional element. Specifies closed loop compound specification.
PRO_E_MFG_EXCL_SRF_COLL	Compound :D	Optional element. Defines the excluded surfaces. Note Specify a value for this element only for finishing and corner finishing sequences.
PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the surface collection.
PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_COMPOUND	Compound	Optional element. Specifies the surface side compound specification. This element is used as a sub element of PRO_E_MFG_CMP_MILL_WIND only when you click Adjust geometry collection within window and select Quilt during the Mill Window feature definition in the Creo Parametric user interface.
PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_TOLERANCE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the tolerance used for the grouping of quilts.
PRO_E_MFG_SURF_SIDE_FLIP_QUILTS	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the selection of quilts with changed normal. This element supports multiple selections.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_CLOSED_LOOPS Element

The elements under the compound element PRO_E_MFG_CMP_CLOSED_LOOPS are described in this section .

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_CMP_CLOSED_LOOPS element

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_MFG_CLOSED_LOOP_ARR	Array	Optional element. Specifies an array of closed loop specifications.
PRO_E_MFG_CLOSED_LOOP_REF_ITEM	Compound	Optional element. Specifies the closed loop specification.
PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_POINTER	Specifies the chain collection. Note This element is a mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_CLOSED_LOOP_REF_ITEM compound element.

Sequence Prerequisites

The element PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR is documented in the header file ProMfgElemPrerequisite.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ARR element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_COMPOUND	Compound	Compound element. A compound element which defines the prerequisites for the step.
PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_ID	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory child of PRO_E_MFG_PREREQUISITE_COMPOUND element. Specifies the Id of the prerequisite sequence.

Element Trees: Tool Setup

The Tool Setup Feature Element Tree:

The element tree for the milling roughing sequence is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolSetup.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for Tool Setup feature

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the tool setup array.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_SETUP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the tool setup compound specification.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_POCKET_NUM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool position in head (turret).

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Mandatory feature. Specifies the tool ID.

Note

Tool with such ID should exist in manufacturing model.

PRO_E_MFG_WCELL_TOOL
_OUTPUT_TIP

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element, if not defined or if the value is set to 1. Specifies the tip number.

Note

The tool tip number should not be greater than the number of children in PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_ARR.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of tips.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. This compound element defines the tip specification.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_REGISTER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the tip register number.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_COMMENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the tip comment.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_OFFSET_Z

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset value for the tool tip in the Z-direction.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_OFFSET_X

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset value for the tool tip in the X-direction.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_OFFSET_ANGLE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the tip angle offset value.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLASH_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element, if the element is not defined or the value of the element is set to PRO_B_FALSE. Specifies the enabling/disabling of the flash option of the tool tip. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Enables flashing capability.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Disables flashing capability.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLSH_REGISTER

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the register number for alternate tip for the flash tool.

Note

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLASH_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE.

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLSH_COMMENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Optional element. Specifies the flash tool alternate tip comments.

Note

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLASH_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLSH_OFFSET_Z

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the flash tool alternate tip Z offset.

Note

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLASH_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE

PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLSH_OFFSET_X

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the flash tool alternate tip X offset.

Note

This element is ignored if the element PRO_E_MFG_TOOL_TIP_FLASH_OPT is set to PRO_B_FALSE

Element Trees: CMM Probe Setup

The CMM probe Setup Element Tree:

The element tree for the CMM probe setup is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolSetupCmm.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element Tree for CMM Probe Setup

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the CMM probe setup feature.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP_ARR	Array	Optional element. Specifies the CMM probes setup array.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_SETUP	Compound	Optional element. This compound element defines the probe setup compound specification.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_POCKET_NUM	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the probe position in tool magazine.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_TOOL_ID	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Mandatory element. Specifies the Probe ID. Note Tool with such ID should exist in manufacturing model.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_TIP_NUM	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Optional element, if not defined or if the value is set to 1. Specifies the tip number by identifying it from the array.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_REGISTER	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Optional element. Specifies the register number.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_COMMENT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING	Optional element. Specifies the probe comments.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_PITCH_ANGLE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the pitch angle value.
PRO_E_MFG_CMM_TOOL_ROLL_ANGLE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Optional element. Specifies the roll angle value.

Checking Surfaces

The element PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL is documented in the header file ProMfgElemCheckSurf.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_ADD_REF_PARTS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INTEGER

Optional element. This element is used to check the reference parts for collisions. The valid values for this element are:

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TRUE—All reference parts surfaces will be checked for collisions.

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FALSE—Reference parts surfaces will not be added for collision checking.

Note

The FALSE value will be used if element does not exist.

PRO_E_USE_MILL_STK

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INTEGER

Optional element. This element is used to apply the stock allowance parameters of mill surface to the surfaces being checked. The valid values for this element are:

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TRUE— Mill surface stock allowance parameter will be applied to check surfaces. Value of stock allowance is defined by sequence manufacturing parameter.

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FALSE—Mill surface stock allowance parameter will not be applied.

Note

The FALSE value will be used if element does not exist.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Optional element. Specifies the collection of selected surfaces to be checked for collisions.

Approach and Exit

The element tree for the approach and exit parameters is defined in the header file ProMfgElemApproachExit.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies approach compound. It combines approach axis and first slice only.

PRO_E_MFG_APPROACH_AXIS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of a vertical datum axis.

PRO_E_MFG_FIRST_SLICE_ONLY

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flag value for the approach motion. The valid values for this element are:

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True

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False

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_APPROACH_AXIS is set. It is not used otherwise.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_EXIT

Compound

This compound element specifies an exit compound. It combines exit axis and last slice only.

PRO_E_MFG_EXIT_AXIS

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of a vertical datum axis.

PRO_E_MFG_LAST_SLICE_ONLY

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flag value for the exit motion. The valid values for this element are:

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True

•

False

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_EXIT_AXIS is set. It is not used otherwise.

Spindle Types

This section describes the types of spindles, which can be used while creating a sequence feature. The types of spindles are defined by the enumerated type ProSubSpindleOpt and are as follows:

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PRO_MFG_MAIN_SPINDLE—Specifies that the sequence feature is created for the part in the main spindle.

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PRO_MFG_SUB_SPINDLE—Specifies that the sequence feature is created for the part in the sub–spindle.

Two parts can be machined during the same operation using the main spindle and the sub spindle.

Tool Motions

This section describes how to construct and access the sub-element trees for various Tool Motion types that are used in the creation of Creo NC features.

Approach Along Tool Axis

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnAlongAxisAppr.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the approach along tool axis feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_APPROACH.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Exit Along Tool Axis

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnAlongAxisExit.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the approach along tool axis feature.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_ALONG_AXIS_EXIT.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Tool Motion — Follow Curve

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a compound element that allows you to specify the tool motion parameters.

This element is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnFollowCrv.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_FOLLOW_CURVE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CRV_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the selection of the curve feature.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CRV_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction of the working for the curve feature. The direction is defined by the enumerated data type ProMfgCrvDir in ProMfgOptions.h.

The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_MFG_DIR_OPPOSITE

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PRO_MFG_DIR_SAME

Tool Motion — Go To Point

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGotoPnt.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_POINT. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_THREAD—Specifies a thread feed type. Thread feed specifies the feed rate for the tapping step.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PNT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the datum point reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the definition for the various tool motion offset parameters.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_X_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along X-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Y_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Y-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Z-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_MOVES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory if the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_OFFSET is defined. Specifies the attributes for the axis moves.

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the tool axis.

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. This element specifies the tool axis options using the enumerated type ProTmToolAxisOpt. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_TM_ALONG_Z

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PRO_TM_USE_PREV

•

PRO_TM_AXIS_SEL

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

This element specifies the axis selection.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_OPT is set to PRO_TM_AXIS_SEL.

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flip options. The valid values for this element are:

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TRUE

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FALSE

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_OPT is set to PRO_TM_AXIS_SEL.

Tool Motion — Go Delta

The PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGoDelta.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the Tool motion type . The valid value for this element is TPRO_TM_TYPE_GO_DELTA. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_THREAD—Specifies a thread feed type. Thread feed specifies the feed rate for the tapping step.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the offset value.

Note

At least one of elements below must have a non zero value.

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PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_X_OFFSET

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PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Y_OFFSET

•

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Z_OFFSET

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_X_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along X-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Y_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Y-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Z-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_COMPOUND

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the tool axis.

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. This element specifies the tool axis options. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_TM_ALONG_Z

•

PRO_TM_USE_PREV

•

PRO_TM_AXIS_SEL

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

This element specifies the axis selection.

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_OPT is set to PRO_TM_AXIS_SEL.

PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flip options. The valid values for this element are:

•

TRUE

•

FALSE

Note

This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_MFG_TM_TOOL_AXIS_OPT is set to PRO_TM_AXIS_SEL.

Tool Motion — Go Home

The PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGoHome.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Compound element. This element specifies the tool motion definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_GOHOME. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the axis selection. This element is optional for 5-axis Creo NC sequences.

Note

By default, Z-axis of the Creo NC sequence is used to define the constraint plane. For 5-axis Creo NC sequences, you can select an alternative axis.

Tool Motion — Lead In

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnLeadIn.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Compound element. This element specifies the tool motion definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_IN. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The values which are used to define this element are:

•

ENTRY_ANGLE

•

TANGENT_LEAD_STEP

•

NORMAL_LEAD_STEP

•

LEAD_RADIUS

The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction for the normal approach type of tool exit. The direction is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDirin ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

•

PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

This element is optional for 5-axis Creo NC sequences. By default Z-axis of the Creo NC sequence is used to define the constraint plane. For 5-axis Creo NC sequences a user can select an alternative axis.

Tool Motion — Go Retract

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGoRetr.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Compound element. This element specifies Tool motion definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the Tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_GO_RETRACT. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Tool Motion — Normal Approach

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnNormAppr.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Compound element. This element specifies the tool motion definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_APPROACH. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The element APPROACH_DIST is used to specify the approach distance.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the offset value.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_X_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along X-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Y_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Y-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Z-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction for the normal approach type of tool exit. The direction is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDir in ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

•

PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

Tool Motion — Normal Exit

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnNormExit.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN

Compound

Compound element. This element specifies the Tool motion definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_NORMAL_EXIT. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The element EXIT_DISTANCE is used to specify the exit distance.

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction of orientation for the approach or exit tool motion. The direction of the orientation is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDir in ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

•

PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

Tool Motion — Lead Out

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnLeadOut.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_LEAD_OUT. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The following parameters are used to define the Lead Out Motion:

•

EXIT_ANGLE

•

TANGENT_LEAD_STEP

•

NORMAL_LEAD_STEP

•

LEAD_RADIUS

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction of orientation for approach/exit tool motion. The direction of orientation is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDir in ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

•

PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

Tool Motion — Helical Approach

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnHelAppr.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the type of the tool motion used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_APPROACH. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The following parameters are used to define the helical approach motion:

•

ENTRY_ANGLE

•

CLEAR_DIST

•

NORMAL_LEAD_STEP

•

LEAD_RADIUS

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction of orientation for approach or exit tool motion. The direction of orientation is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDir in ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

•

PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

Tool Motion — Helical Exit

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnHelExit.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTNelement.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_HELICAL_EXIT. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The following parameters are used to define the helical approach motion:

•

EXIT_ANGLE

•

PULLOUT_DIST

•

NORMAL_LEAD_STEP

•

LEAD_RADIUS

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

•

PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

•

PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

Tool Motion — Go To Surface

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGotoSrf.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_SURFACE. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_SRF_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the selection of a surface.

Tool Motion — Go To Axis

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGotoAxis.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_GOTO_AXIS. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_GOTO_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis selection.

Tool Motion — Tangent Approach

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnTanAppr.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_APPROACH.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. The parameter APPROACH_DIST specifies the approach distance. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the tool motion offset.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_X_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset value along the X-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Y_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset value along the Y-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset value along the Z-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the axis selection.

Note

•

This element is optional for 5-axis Creo NC sequences

•

Z-axis of the Creo NC sequence is used to define the constraint plane. This is the default value.

•

For 5-axis Creo NC sequences you can select an alternative axis

Tool Motion — Tangent Exit

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnTanExit.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_TANGENT_EXIT.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the axis selection.

Note

•

This element is optional for 5-axis Creo NC sequences.

•

Z-axis of the Creo NC sequence is used to define the constraint plane. This is the default value.

•

For 5-axis Creo NC sequences you can select an alternative axis.

Tool Motion — Area and Groove Turning

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnAreaTurn.h and ProMfgElemToolMtnGrooveTurn.h respectively, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element:

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the Tool motion type. The valid value for this element is

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_AREA
_TURNING—For area turning.

•

PRO_TM_TYPE_GROOVE
_TURNING—For groove turning.

. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF

Compound

This compound element specifies the turning profile definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the turning profile reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_S_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the start point offset. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_E_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the end point offset. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_S_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the start point adjustment reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_E_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the end point adjustment reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_S_ORIENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the orientation of the axis when coordinate system is selected as the start point adjustment. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_X

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Y

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Z

Note

This element is mandatory if coordinate system is selected for cylindrical retract reference and is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN
_PROF_E_ORIENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the orientation of the axis when coordinate system is selected as the ending point. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_X

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Y

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Z

Note

This element is mandatory if coordinate system is selected for cylindrical retract reference and is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN
_DFLT_CORNER_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the default corner type. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the corner conditions array.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER

Compound

This compound element defines the elements related to the corner

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the corner type. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PREV_ENT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the previous entity id.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_NEXT_ENT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the next entity id.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the fillet radius or chamfer dimension. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

Note

This element is mandatory if corner type is PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET or PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER.

PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLW_PROF_ARR

Array

Specifies an array for profile stock allowance.

PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLW_ROUGH_ARR

Array

Specifies an array for rough stock allowance.

PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE

Compound

Specifies the compound element for stock allowance. For more information, refer to the section Specifying the Stock Allowance.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_STK_BND_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies reference to the workpiece or stock boundary.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_EXT

Compound

Mandatory element. This compound element specifies extensions.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_S_EXT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the start extension. The valid values for this element are:

•

EXT_POS_Z

•

EXT_NEG_Z

•

EXT_POS_Y

•

EXT_NEG_Y

•

EXT_NONE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_E_EXT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the end extension. The valid values for this element are:

•

EXT_POS_Z

•

EXT_NEG_Z

•

EXT_POS_Y

•

EXT_NEG_Y

•

EXT_NONE

Specifying the Stock Allowance

The element PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE is used to specify the stock allowance and is documented in the header files ProMfgElemToolMtnAreaTurn.h, ProMfgElemToolMtnGrooveTurn.h and ProMfgElemToolMtnProfTurn.h.

The following figure shows the element PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE:

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE	Compound	Specifies the compound element for stock allowance.
PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLW_FIRST_ENT_ID	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Specifies the ID of the first entity of the turn profile segment with stock allowance.
PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLW_LAST_ENT_ID	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Specifies the ID of the last entity of the turn profile segment with stock allowance.
PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE_VAL	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE	Specifies the value of the stock allowance.

Tool Motion — Profile Turning

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnProfTurn.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element:

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the Tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_PROF_TURNING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF

Compound

This compound element specifies the turning profile definition.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the turning profile reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_S_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the start point offset. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_E_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the end point offset. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_S_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the start point adjustment reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_E_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the end point adjustment reference.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_S_ORIENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the orientation of the axis when coordinate system is selected as the start point adjustment. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_X

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Y

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Z

Note

This element is mandatory if coordinate system is selected for cylindrical retract reference and is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_E_ORIENT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the orientation of the axis when coordinate system is selected as the ending point. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_X

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Y

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CSYS_Z

Note

This element is mandatory if coordinate system is selected for cylindrical retract reference and is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PROF_OFFSET_CUT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the offset from turn profile by the tool radius. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE

•

PRO_B_FALSE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_DFLT_CORNER_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the corner type. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the corner conditions array.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER

Compound

This compound element defines the elements related to the corner.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the corner type. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_PREV_ENT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the previous entity id.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_NEXT_ENT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the next entity id.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TURN_CORNER_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the fillet radius or chamfer dimension. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

Note

This element is mandatory if corner type is PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET or PRO_TM_TURN_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER.

PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLW_PROF_ARR

Array

Specifies an array for profile stock allowance.

PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLW_ROUGH_ARR

Array

Specifies an array for rough stock allowance.

PRO_E_TURN_STK_ALLOWANCE

Compound

Specifies the compound element for stock allowance. For more information, refer to the section Specifying the Stock Allowance.

Tool Motion — Curve Trajectory

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnCrvTraj.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_CURVE_TRAJECTORY.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CRV

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the machining curves compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Curve Collection

Mandatory element. Specifies the curve collection.

PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound Start Point definition.

Note

This element is applicable for closed loops only.

PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the start point vertex definition to offset from.

PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT_OFFSET_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the start point offset type definition. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_CURVE_POINT_OFFSET_TYPE_RATIO—Specifies the offset by parameter.

•

PRO_CURVE_POINT_OFFSET_TYPE_REAL—Specifies the offset by length.

PRO_E_NCD_CURVE_POINT_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the start point offset definition.

PRO_E_MFG_HELICAL_CUT_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the helical cut option. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that helical option and parameters will be applied.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that helical option and parameters will not be applied.

PRO_E_MFG_START_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of start height surface.

PRO_E_MFG_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the multiple selections of height surfaces.

PRO_E_MFG_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the offset compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_OFFSET_CUT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the offset cut. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Tool offset will be applied.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Tool offset will not be applied.

PRO_E_MFG_MAT_REM_PREC_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_STRING

Specifies the value of the precision tab present in stock. The values for this element are defined by the enumerated value ProMatRemPrecOpt. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_PREC_OPT_AUTO

•

PRO_PREC_OPT_HIGH

•

PRO_PREC_OPT_MEDIUM

•

PRO_PREC_OPT_LOW

PRO_E_MFG_MAT_TO_RMV

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the material side. The values for this element are defined by the enumerated value ProMaterialRmvSide in the header file ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_MAT_RMV_LEFT
—Specifies a cut on left from the curve.

•

PRO_MAT_RMV_RIGHT
—Specifies a cut on right from the curve.

PRO_E_MFG_DRV_SRF_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the flip drive surface direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_FALSE—The default direction on the drive surface will be used.

•

PRO_B_TRUE—The opposite direction on the drive surface will be used.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

Compound

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound element for the axis definition.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_COND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound element for the corner condition.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_DFLT_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the default corner type. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProTmTrajCornerType and are as follows:

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_LOOP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_STRAIGHT

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array for the corner condition.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the corner condition item.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the default corner type. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProTmTrajCornerType and are as follows:

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_LOOP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_STRAIGHT

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_PREV_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the previous Id for the corner.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_NEXT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the next Id for the corner.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the fillet radius or the chamfer dimension. The valid range for this element is from 0 to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

Note

This element is mandatory if the corner type is set to PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET or PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER.

Element Tree for PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP

The element tree for PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP is as shown in the figure below:

Element tree for PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound element for the axis definition.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the axis definition. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProAxisDefType and are as follows:

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_TYPE_UNDEF

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY
_PIVOT_REF

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY
_LOCATIONS

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY
_TWO_CONTOURS

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_
NORM_SURF

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_PIVOT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the single reference. You can select either a point or an axis.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_
PIVOT_REF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_NORM_SRF_COMP

Compound

Specifies the normal surface compound element.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_
NORM_SURF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_NORM_SRF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of multiple references. You can select surface, quilt or feature.

Note

The quilt or feature must represent a Mill surface, if selected.

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_
NORM_SURF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXDEF_NORM_SURF_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the normal surface direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction opposite to the normal to the surface is selected for the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_
DEF_NORM_SRF.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that same direction as the normal to the surface is selected for the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_
DEF_NORM_SRF.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_
NORM_SURF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOCATION_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of locations.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_LOCATIONS. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOCATION

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the compound element for the location axis definition.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIGIN_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the single reference. You can either select a point on a curve or an edge.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_COMP

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the orientation compound element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the single reference selection. You can select either a point or an axis.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the elements PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_X and PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_Y are not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_X

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the lead angle. The valid range for this element is from —90 to +90.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_Y

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the tilt angle. The valid range for this element is from —90 to +90.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOC_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the flip direction at a location. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction will be reversed.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOC_ALIGN_Z

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the alignment of the tool axis with the Z axis of the step coordinate system. Specify the value PRO_B_TRUE to this element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_CURVE_COMP

Compound

Specifies the compound element for the pivot curve.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_TWO_CONTOURS. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Mandatory element. Specifies a general compound element for chain collection.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the synchronization array.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the synchronization compound element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_PNT_1

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the single reference selection. Select a point on the trajectory curve.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_PNT_2

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the single reference selection. Select a point on the pivot curve.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the flip direction.The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the tool motion is flipped in the reverse direction.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flip direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction will be reversed.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

Tool Motion — Surface Trajectory

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnSrfTraj.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_SURF_TRAJECTORY.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_SRFS

Compound

Specifies the drive surfaces compound definition.

PRO_E_STD_SURF_COLLECTION_APPL

Surface Collection

Mandatory element. Specifies the drive surfaces collection.

PRO_E_MFG_CUT_START_PNT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of a datum point or a point on the bottom edges of the machining surfaces. It allows the machining to start at the location which is nearest to the selected point.

Note

This element is applicable only when the machining surfaces form a closed loop.

PRO_E_MFG_HELICAL_CUT_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the helical cut option. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that helical option and parameters will be applied.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that helical option and parameters will not be applied.

PRO_E_MFG_START_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of start height surface.

PRO_E_MFG_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the multiple selections of height surfaces.

PRO_E_MFG_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the offset compound definition.

PRO_E_MFG_OFFSET_CUT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the offset cut. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Tool offset will be applied.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Tool offset will not be applied.

PRO_E_MFG_MAT_TO_RMV

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the material side. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_MFG_DIR_SAME—Default side will be used.

•

PRO_MFG_DIR_OPPOSITE—The default side will be flipped.

PRO_E_MFG_DRV_SRF_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the flip drive Surface direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_FALSE—The default direction on the drive surface will be used.

•

PRO_B_TRUE—The opposite direction on the drive surface will be used.

PRO_E_CHECK_SURF_COLL

Compound

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound element for the axis definition.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the type of the axis definition. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProAxisDefType and are as follows:

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_TYPE_UNDEF

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_PIVOT_REF

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_LOCATIONS

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_TWO_CONTOURS

•

PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_NORM_SURF

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_PIVOT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the single reference. You can select either a point or an axis.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_PIVOT_REF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_NORM_SRF

Compound

Specifies the normal surface compound element.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_
NORM_SURF. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOCATION_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of locations.

Note

This element is mandatory, only if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_LOCATIONS. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOCATION

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the compound element for the location axis definition.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIGIN_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the selection of the single reference. You can either select a point on a curve or an edge.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_COMP

Compound

Mandatory element. Specifies the orientation compound element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the single reference selection. You can select either a point or an axis.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the elements PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_X and PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_Y are not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_X

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the lead angle. The valid range for this element is from —90 to +90.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXES_DEF_ANGLE_Y

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the tilt angle. The valid range for this element is from —90 to +90.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_ORIENT_REF is not defined.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_LOC_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the flip direction at a location. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction will be reversed.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_CURVE_COMP

Compound

Specifies the compound element for the pivot curve.

Note

This element is mandatory, if the element PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_TYPE is set to the value PRO_AXIS_DEF_BY_TWO_CONTOURS. This element is ignored in all other cases.

PRO_E_STD_CURVE_COLLECTION_APPL

Chain Collection

Mandatory element. Specifies a general compound element for chain collection.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies the synchronization array.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_COMP

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the synchronization compound element.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_PNT_1

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the single reference selection. Select a point on the trajectory curve.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_SYNC_PNT_2

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Mandatory element. Specifies the single reference selection. Select a point on the pivot curve.

PRO_E_MFG_AXIS_DEF_FLIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the flip direction. The valid values for this element are:

•

PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the direction will be reversed.

•

PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the direction will remain the same.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_COND

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the compound element for the corner condition.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_DFLT_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the default corner type. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProTmTrajCornerType and are as follows:

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_LOOP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_STRAIGHT

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array for the corner condition.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER

Compound

Optional element. Specifies the corner condition item.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the default corner type. The valid values for this element are defined in the enumerated type ProTmTrajCornerType and are as follows:

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_SHARP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_LOOP

•

PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_STRAIGHT

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_PREV_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the previous Id for the corner.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_NEXT_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the next Id for the corner.

PRO_E_MFG_TRAJ_CORNER_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the fillet radius or the chamfer dimension. The valid range for this element is from 0 to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

Note

This element is mandatory if the corner type is set to PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_FILLET or PRO_TM_TRAJ_CORNER_TYPE_CHAMFER.

Tool Motion — Ramp Approach

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnRampAppr.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_APPROACH.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

•

PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

•

PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. Elements that define the ramp exit motion are:

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EXIT_DIST

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EXIT_ANGLE

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RAMP_ANGLE

See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction for the ramp approach type of tool exit. The direction is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDir in ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

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PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

Tool Motion — Ramp Exit

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnRampExit.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_RAMP_EXIT.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. Elements that define the ramp exit motion are:

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EXIT_ANGLE

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TANGENT_LEAD_STEP

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NORMAL_LEAD_STEP

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LEAD_RADIUS

PRO_E_MFG_APPR_EXIT_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction for the ramp approach type of tool exit. The direction is defined by the enumerated data type ProTmSideDirin ProMfgOptions.h. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_TM_DIR_RIGHT_SIDE

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PRO_TM_DIR_LEFT_SIDE

Tool Motion — Connect

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnConnect.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type used for the Creo NC sequence. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_CONNECT.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_RETRACT—Specifies a retract feed type. Retract feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves away from the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_APPROACH—Specifies an approach feed type. Approach feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_EXIT—Specifies an exit feed type. Exit feed specifies the rate at which the tool leaves the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_MOVES

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the axis move attributes.

Tool Motion — Profile Mill Cut

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnProfileMillCut.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_PROFILE_MILL_CUT.
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PROFILE_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Specifies the type of the tool motion profile. The values for this element are defined by Pro_MillProfCutType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.
PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT	Compound	Optional element. Specifies approach and exit compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Approach and Exitfor more information on the element tree.
PRO_E_MFG_START_HEIGHT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the starting height and selection of a horizontal surface. Note This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PROFILE_TYPE is set to PRO_E_MILL_CUT_FROM_TO. This element is ignored otherwise.
PRO_E_MFG_HEIGHT	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION	Optional element. Specifies the height and enables single surface selection. Note This element is mandatory if the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PROFILE_TYPE is set to PRO_E_MILL_CUT_FROM_TO,PRO_E_MILL_CUT_UPTO and PRO_E_MILL_CUT_ONE_SLICE. This element is ignored otherwise.

Tool Motion — Auto Cut

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnAutoCut.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_AUTOMATIC_CUT.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

Tool Motion — CL Command

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnClCmd.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_CL_COMMAND.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD

Compound

This compound element defines elements related to CL command.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_
CMD_LOC_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the CL command location types. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_SEL—Specifies that the CL command position is on tool path.

Note

The value for the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD_PARAM must be assigned.

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PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_BEGIN—Specifies that the CL command position is at the beginning of tool path.

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PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_CURR—Specifies that the CL command position is at the last point of the previous motion.

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PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_DTM_PNT—Specifies that the CL command position is at the projection of given point on tool path.

Note

The element NCL_CMD_LOC_
TYPE_DTM_PNT must be defined.

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PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_ON_SURFACE— Specifies that the CL command positions are at intersection s of given surface and tool path.

Note

The element PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_ON_SURFACE must be defined

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD_STR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_WSTRING

Mandatory element. Specifies a user specified string.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD_PARAM

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Specifies the range for the CL command parameter. The valid values for this element are 0 or 1.

Note

This element is mandatory for PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_SEL location type.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD_GEOM_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Specifies the reference for a datum point or a surface.

Note

This element is mandatory for NCL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_DTM_PNT and PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_ON_SURFACE location types.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD_SRF_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the CL command surface options. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_CL_COMMAND_ON_FIRST_PASS—Specifies that only the first pass is considered for surface/tool path intersection .

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PRO_CL_COMMAND_ON_LAST_PASS—Specifies that only the last pass is considered for surface/tool path intersection .

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PRO_CL_COMMAND_ON_ALL_PASSES—Specifies that all passes are considered for surface/tool path intersection .

Note

This element is mandatory for the element NCL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_ON_SURFACE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_CL_CMD_ON_EXIST_PNT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—It places the CL command at the nearest existing point of the tool path;

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PRO_B_FALSE—Adds new point to the tool path.

Note

This element is mandatory for PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_DTM_PNT.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PARENT_REF_ID

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the tool motion id of the tool motion referred by the cl command tool motion.

Note

This element is mandatory for PRO_CL_CMD_LOC_TYPE_SEL.

Tool Motion — Follow Cut

The compound element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnFollowCut.h. The Follow Cut tool Motion follows the following types of tool motions in an array:

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PRO_TM_TYPE_CURVE_TRAJECTORY

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PRO_TM_TYPE_AREA_TURNING

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PRO_TM_TYPE_GROOVE_TURNING

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PRO_TM_TYPE_PROF_TURNING

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PRO_TM_TYPE_SURF_TRAJECTORY

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PRO_TM_TYPE_EDGE_TRAJECTORY

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type. The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_TRIM. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TRIM_VAL_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the value options. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_TM_TRIM_VAL_PARAM—The input value is a ratio parameter.

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PRO_TM_TRIM_VAL_DIST—The input value is a distance.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TRIM_START_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Mandatory element. Specifies the start parameter on tool path. The range specifies by this element is from [0., 1.].

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TRIM_END_VAL

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Mandatory element. Specifies the end parameter on tool path. The range specifies by this element is from [0., 1.].

Note

The value for the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TRIM_END_VAL must be greater than PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TRIM_START_VAL

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TRIM_FLIP_DIR

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specifies the direction of the tool motion. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies reversed direction.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies same direction.

Tool Motion — Plunge

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnPlunge.h, and is as shown in the following figure:

The following table describes the elements in the element tree for the approach along tool axis feature.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Species the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is Tool Motion — Plunge.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_FEED_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Optional element. Specifies the type of feed for the tool motion using the enumerated data type ProToolMtnFeedType. The valid value for this element are:

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PRO_TM_FEED_FREE—Specifies a free feed type. Free feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves in the transverse motion, that is, the non-cutting motion.

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PRO_TM_FEED_CUT—Specifies a cut feed type. Cut feed specifies the rate at which the tool moves into the workpiece.

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PRO_TM_FEED_PLUNGE—Specifies a plunge feed type. Plunge feed specifies the rate at which the tool approaches and plunges into the workpiece.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_OFFSET

Compound

Optional element. This compound element specifies the offset value.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_X_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along X-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Y_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Y-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_Z_OFFSET

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_DOUBLE

Optional element. Specifies the offset along Z-axis. This element can range from negative to positive values. The valid range values for this element are from -MAX_DIM_VALUE to MAX_DIM_VALUE

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_AXIS_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the axis selection.

Note

By default Z-axis of the Creo NC sequence is used to define the constraint plane.

Tool Motion — Chamfer Milling

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnChamferMill.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_CHAMFER_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

Tool Motion — Cutline Milling

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnCutlineMill.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_CUTLINE_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

Tool Motion — Face Milling

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnFaceMill.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_FACE_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Optional element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree. Note This element is inherited from Creo NC Sequence if not specified.
PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT	Compound	Optional element. Specifies the approach and exit compound definition. For more information, refer to the section Approach and Exit.

Tool Motion — Groove Milling

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnGrooveMill.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_GROOVE_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

Tool Motion — Round Milling

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnRoundMill.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_ROUND_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

Tool Motion — Thread Milling

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnThreadMill.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID	Data Type	Description
PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE	PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT	Mandatory element. Specifies the tool motion type . The valid value for this element is PRO_TM_TYPE_THREAD_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by ProTmType.
PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR	Array	Mandatory element. Specifies an array of manufacturing parameters. See the Creo NC help for more information on manufacturing parameters. The element tree for the manufacturing parameter is defined in the header file ProMfgElemParam.h. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters for more information on the element tree.

Tool Motion — Volume Mill Cut

The element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN is a member of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_ARR array and is documented in the header file ProMfgElemToolMtnVolMillCut.h, and is shown in the following figure.

Element tree for PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element

The following table lists the contents of PRO_E_TOOL_MTN element.

Element ID

Data Type

Description

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Mandatory element. Specify the tool motion type as PRO_TM_TYPE_VOLUME_MILLING. The value for this element is defined by the enumerated typeProTmType.

PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PROFILE_TYPE

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the tool motion profile type. The enumerated type ProMillProfCutType defines the valid values for this element which are as follows:

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PRO_E_MILL_CUT_FULL_DEPTH— Specifies that the entire depth of the mill cut is machined.

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PRO_E_MILL_CUT_FROM_TO— Specifies that the machining depth is limited by the specified start and the end references.

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PRO_E_MILL_CUT_UPTO— Specifies that the machining depth is limited by the specified end reference.

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PRO_E_MILL_CUT_ONE_SLICE— Specifies the machining of a single slice cut.

PRO_E_MFG_PARAM_ARR

Array

Optional element. Defines an array of manufacturing parameters. For more information, refer to the section Manufacturing Parameters. This element is inherited from the Creo NC Sequence, if not specified.

PRO_E_MFG_CMP_APPROACH_EXIT

Compound

Specifies the approach and exit motions. This optional element is defined in the header file ProMfgElemApproachExit.h. For more information, refer to the section Approach and Exit.

PRO_E_MFG_START_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Select the horizontal surface from where machining will begin.

Note

This element is mandatory only if the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PROFILE_TYPE is set to PRO_E_MILL_CUT_FROM_TO.

PRO_E_MFG_HEIGHT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Select a single surface where the machining will begin.

Note

This element is mandatory only if the element PRO_E_TOOL_MTN_PROFILE_TYPE is set to PRO_E_MILL_CUT_FROM_TO, or PRO_E_MILL_CUT_UPTO, or PRO_E_MILL_CUT_ONE_SLICE.

PRO_E_VOL_MILL_REGION_ARR

Array

Optional element. Specifies an array of region specifications. Define this element to overwrite the default order of machining of different areas

PRO_E_VOL_MILL_REGION

Compound

Specifies a compound element that defines the volume milling region.

PRO_E_VOL_MILL_REGION_SKIP_OPT

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_INT

Specifies the skipping option for the region. The valid values for this element are:

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PRO_B_TRUE—Specifies that the region will be skipped while machining.

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PRO_B_FALSE—Specifies that the region will not be skipped while machining.

PRO_E_VOL_MILL_AP_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of a vertical datum axis, or a datum point. This element defines a location for the region to make an approach move.

PRO_E_VOL_MILL_EX_REF

PRO_VALUE_TYPE_SELECTION

Optional element. Specifies the selection of a vertical datum axis, or a datum point. This element defines a location for the region to make an exit move.