"Unsupported... coolant" error log when posting in Fusion, HSMWorks, or Inventor CAM

Autodesk Support

Feb 11, 2025


Products and versions covered


Issue:

The following error appears in the logs when post processing in Fusion, Inventor CAM, or HSMWorks: 
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Error: Unsupported 'through tool' coolant.
Error in operation: '2D Contour'
Failed while processing onSection() for record 356.
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Or :
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Error: Unsupported 'flood and mist' coolant.
Error in operation: '2D Contour9'
Failed while processing onSection() for record 483.
###############################################################################

Causes:

The post processor being used does not have programming for the coolant type selected in the operation dialogue. 

Solution:

Change the coolant type used in the operation:

  • Use a different coolant option in the toolpath settings that is supported by the post. 
Coolant type selection

Modify the post to support this functionality:

Use a different post processor:

  • Search the fusion library for a different post processor that will support your machine AND the type of coolant the machine uses HERE 

Products:

Autodesk HSM; Fusion; Inventor CAM;


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