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How to Enter LRA
Published March 13th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
See this video for how to begin a project with typing in LRA data. Your browser does not support HTML5 video.
VTube Command Server
Published July 21st, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
This article shows how to use the Command Server for VTube-STEP and VTube-LASER. This process allows users to configure the server to monitor external commands and perform STEP and IGES model conversions remotely. See the PDF version of this article here. All versions of VTube now include a command server that watches for external commands to
Creating a Backup of the Config Folder in the C Drive
Published June 26th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
Creating a backup of the config folder allows users to bypass creating a config backup if they are unable to get into the software. If you can get into VTube, we recommend creating a backup .VCZB file using the steps in this page If you cannot get into VTube, we recommend creating a backup using the steps below Go to C:\Users\Public\Documents Create
Changing the Inspection Data Tolerances
Published August 14th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
VTube-LASER allows users to customize their tolerances per part and per section of the tube. +End Default Tolerance = The tolerance allowed for how long ends A or B of the tube can be. -End Default Tolerance = The tolerance allowed for how short ends A or B of the tube can be. End Angle Default Tol = The allowed angle of deviation Tan Envelope Def
VTube Software Options (VTube-LASER, STEP, PROGRAMMER)
Published June 9th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
This table shows the three different VTube software options and what each package includes.
VTube Update History 4.5 - September 2026
Published September 16th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
VTube 4.5 Build 1971 - September 11, 2026 1 - FIX- Import of the Default Report Templates. Users can import the default report templates into both VTube-STEP and VTube-LASER. Go to System Options and find the Reports tab. Click “Import Default Report Templates” to load in the default reports. It will not double up the reports, but will add the repo
Exception EOIeSysError in Module VTube.exe
Published June 26th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
Error: When performing a new install on a computer, this error popped up. Solution 1: Uninstall and reinstall if possible (make sure you create a backup of the configuration if needed) Solution 2: Create a copy and move the config file. In this particular case, we were moving the license to a new computer. The install worked perfectly on the ne
How to Measure Geometric Features using Demo Tube 8
Published March 18th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
Image of the Demo Tube 8 Model Intro to Measuring Features with the Demo Tube 8 Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to measure a split bend. What is a Split Bend? Reverse Engineering a Split Bend Diameter Cut Plane Your browser does not support HTML5 video. See a step-by-step guide here How to measure a circle. Your browser does
VTube Certification and ISO-based Specifications
Published February 18th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
Does Advanced Tubular Technologies Supply VTube ISO Validation for VTube Software? Advanced Tubular Technologies (ATT) is not allowed to claim ISO-based (ISO 17025, AS9100, IATF, etc.) software validation compliance. Why ISO-based software validation is required for customer laboratories. In the case of ISO 17025, the standard applies to an enti
VTube-LASER Adjustment Nudge
Published April 16th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
What Is It? A length Nudge lets you manually borrow from or add to middle lengths in a tube shape to lengthen or shorten end lengths. This option can be found in the Bender Setup tab. Why is Length Nudge Useful? Why is this helpful? Nudges help you solve the problem of a pre-cut batch of tubes that are too short or too long, and you cannot scrap o
How to use the Straightness Calculator
Published March 26th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
See this video for how to use the GD&T Straightness Calculator Your browser does not support HTML5 video.
VTube Discount Policy
Published February 6th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
About Our Policy for VTube License Discounts Compared to other software of its type, VTube products are already reasonably priced. Therefore, we don't grant discounts to earn a customer's business. However, there are special circumstances where we may grant discounts. We want you to be aware of the circumstances that would allow us to grant discoun
Coil Generator in VTube
Published March 16th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
There is little consensus on the appropriate attributes for qualifying a helix. Generally, the parameters are only needed for building the coil. We have encountered coils in aerospace tubes. In most of our applications, a coil is in the middle of a tube with bends on either end. For example, you can use the VTube coil tool to build a coil that
Cable Spec 1
Published February 4th, 2026 by Michelle Licciardi
Spec for RJ-45 Female to DB-9 Female Adapter - “ST” or Straight Through This is the original RJ-45 to DB-9 conversion spec. It is good for all applications except Benderlink Ethernet Modules with the CB-EL1 current loop board. Straight Through Pinout Note about the DCD Yellow Wire The DCD Yellow (RJ45 Pin 6) connection was added on July 4, 2014
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