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NC Import for AutoCAD - Numeric Control NC program file import plug-in for AutoCAD
NC Import for AutoCAD
is a Numeric Control NC program (.nc) file import plug-in for AutoCAD®.
This plug-in gives AutoCAD the ability to import toolpath data from NC
program files.
CNC
Machines worldwide use Numeric Control (.nc, .ncc or .cnc) files to
convert programmed instructions to tool movement. NC programs consist of
a sequence of codes with parameter data to arrive at a precise
description of the toolpath. NC Import for AutoCAD reads NC
program files and recreates the toolpath. The tool movements programmed
in NC files are converted in into corresponding line, arc or circle
objects and added to the active drawing in AutoCAD.
NC
Import for AutoCAD is very easy to use. Once installed, it must be
loaded into the AutoCAD environment. There are simple instructions for
this in the ReadMe file. Once loaded it adds new commands to AutoCAD's
existing commands and a new submenu called "NCImport" to the AutoCAD
menu containing these newly added commands.
NC
Import for AutoCAD comes with detailed documentation as well as a
tutorial to get you started in
the shortest possible time.
If you
need any additional information please
contact SYCODE.
The NC File
Format
Numerical
Control (NC) was the precursor of today's Computer Numerical Control (CNC),
which controls the automation of machine tools and the inherent tool
processes for which they are designed. The set of instructions, or
"program" (usually an ASCII text file in which, in its simplest form, a
line of text specifies the axial coordinates of a point in the work
envelope) is prepared from a blueprint or CAD file and transferred to
the memory of the CNC via floppy drive, serial data interface or a
network connection. Once stored in the CNC memory and selected, the
program is executed by pressing the appropriate key on the machine
operator panel.
Please feel free to call or email us for more information about NC Import plug-ins for AutoCAD.
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