How master parts are labelled for grain matching
There are two methods for naming master parts with grain matching
- Code / Number
- Run / Number
The choice is set in the properties of each template in the Pattern library (Select template - File - Pattern properties)
Where the grain match parts are cut within the main pattern the choice of name format is optional. However where the grain match parts are cut as a separate board it is best to use the Run / Number method because the name becomes a board code when the data is sent to the saw.
If there are several grain match runs using the same templates this may result in the same board code having different sizes - and this cannot be handled by most stock control systems which require a unique board code for each board size. The Run / Number method avoids this problem by using the run number and a sequence number so that each master part / board has a unique name.
When using the Run / Number method the master part name is set only during optimisation when the run number is known.
Code / Number
When using master parts for grain matching the name of the master part is based on the template name followed by a number. For example, if the template is CABDOORS the master parts are labelled CABDOORS/1 ...
These names are carried through to the pattern and on transfer to the saw.
Run / Number
In this method the initial name in the Cutting list is based on the template. For example, if the template is CABDOORS the master parts are labelled CABDOORS/1 ...
When the run is optimised this is changed to the Run / Number naming method. So the master part is then labelled 00002/1 ...
In the above example the system is set so that each run is named with a sequential number. Where the system is set so that the part list name is used for the run number (System parameters) the Run / Number method follows this convention instead, for example, MyPartList/1
When using 'Part list name as run number' and using grain matching with master parts make sure the following rules apply:-
- Use a different part list name for each run
- Part list names must be 20 characters or less (as there is a limit to the Part description and Board code fields).
Notes
The parameters to check are:-
- Pattern Library (for each template involved): File - Properties - Name format
- System parameters: Run - last, use part list
