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how to generate a macro
hello,
I am trying to generate a macro or set of macros for TYCO CPC connectors. I do not see a clear description of how you go about doing this.
Posted By: tescalmike on Jun 27, 2013 05:50PM Category: Front Panel Designer
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Studs and Standoffs
I can only find M3 Studs or Stand-offs in the Drop down.
Is a M2 Standoff available
The 4.20 software release notes talks about other standoffs coming in June 2013 . . . since it is the end of June are they coming soon ?
Posted By: vulcanski on Jun 27, 2013 02:50AM Category: Front Panel Designer
We received #4-40 and #6-32 studs and standoffs. We are currently in the process of preparing everything for a new Front Panel Designer update. Still two more days ;-)
You can already order it if you like and leave us notes about diameter and length.
Here is what will be available in addition to M3:
Stud #4-40 length: 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 5/8" 3/4"
Stud #6-32 length: 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 5/8" 3/4"
Standoff #4-40 length: 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 5/8" 3/4"
Standoff #6-32 length: 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 5/8" 3/4"
M2 is not planned at this time.
Thank you for your patience.
Diane
Posted By: DianeHaensel on Jun 27, 2013 03:28AM
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Trouble importing dxf files
Hello,
I have been trying for 3 days to import dxf files defining 2 panels. Each file appears to have different, yet related, errors preventing the upload from completing, and no amount of editing changes the errors. Please help.
Posted By: DPutman on Jun 24, 2013 02:51PM Category: Front Panel Designer
Hello,
I am sorry that you have difficulties with the import. Why don't you email me the dxf files and have me find the problem? Please send to my attention at info@frontpanelexpress.com
Kind regards,
Diane
Posted By: DianeHaensel on Jun 25, 2013 01:52AM
ReplyHi Diane,
I am having a very similar problem importing a dxf file. I continue to get "an error occurred. The DXF file could not be imported" messages.
May I send you my own problem dxf file?
Thank you,
Brian
Posted By: bhjazz on Jun 26, 2013 06:18AM
ReplyOf course Brian. Most of the time it is just a doubled line or a contour that is not closed. I am happy to check it out for you.
Kind regards,
Diane
Posted By: DianeHaensel on Jun 26, 2013 11:09PM
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Importing DXF Holes
I would like to use FPD for it's font support but I cannot figure out how to import my dwg. Yes, I can import the DXF as a free contour but the holes become contours. I'm not bothered that much by the difference in price but I am concerned that milling vs drilling will not produce the best possible part quality. Is there a way to convert .dwg or .dxf to .fpd so that circle entities become holes. Minus text engravings and the 4 oblong 1U mounting holes, my project is just 40+ holes ranging from 3mm to 3/8" so I think it should be drilled.
Pls advise,
Mike
Posted By: ioplex on Jun 14, 2013 07:26PM Category: Front Panel Designer
Hello Mike,
We don't use drills. Everything gets milled with end mills. The result is the same, considering our tolerances of +/-.1mm
I am not sure if I understand what you mean by circle entities become holes. Feel free to send us your designs (both fpd and dxf) to info@frontpanelexpress.com. We can have a look and convert your dwg/dxf into fpd in the most efficient way.
Best regards,
Diane
Posted By: DianeHaensel on Jun 17, 2013 09:32PM
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Panel for Pelican 1400 case
I need a panel for a Pelican 1400 case with a Pelican panel ring installed.
I assume this has been done many times, but a forum search on Pelican 1400 got not hits
Does anybody have the front panel outline with 10 ea 6-32 holes for fasteners
That they can share?
I also need library items for Neutrik panel mount jacks, BNC connectors, USB B panel mount jack, and switchcraft power jack.
Thanks
Gary Nelson
Posted By: porpoiseseeker@gmail.com on Jun 14, 2013 02:39AM Category: Front Panel Designer
Hello Gary,
Pelican offers drawings for their cases. Have you looked here?
We have a few connectors in FPD's library. You can always add your own. Most suppliers offer cutout specs for their components.
I hope that helps.
Diane
Posted By: DianeHaensel on Jun 25, 2013 02:13AM
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4.2 files corrupt
I just installed v4.2. Opened a file and modified it. I saved the file, and closed it. Now when I try to open it I get a file is corrupt error. It has happened on three files in total now.
Posted By: Blackdog on May 22, 2013 05:05AM Category: Front Panel Designer
I am having the same problem. Has happened with 4 files already. Program does not seem to be as stable. Crashed a number of times. Getting exception errors. Coping and pasting not working with groupings.
Posted By: muskyhuntr on May 22, 2013 12:21PM
ReplyHello,
The release package had a bug. We uploaded Front Panel Designer v4.2.1 with the necessary fixes.
Please download FPD again.
We are very sorry for the inconvenience.
Best regards,
Diane
Posted By: DianeHaensel on May 22, 2013 07:08PM
ReplyI have downloaded the v4.2.1 and the problem seems to be solved.
Thanks
Jim
Posted By: muskyhuntr on May 22, 2013 08:16PM
Reply4.2.1 seems to be fine.
Thanks, it's all working again
Posted By: Blackdog on May 23, 2013 05:21AM
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