NC Import for Rhino is a Numeric Control NC program (.nc) file import plug-in for Rhinoceros® 3.0 and 4.0. This plug-in gives Rhino 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 Rhino reads NC program files and recreates the toolpath. The tool movements programmed in NC files are converted into corresponding line, arc or circle objects and added to the active drawing in Rhino.

NC Import for Rhino is designed to be extremely user friendly and easy to understand. It adds new commands to Rhino and also a new submenu called "NCImport" which houses these commands.

Download & Purchase

Please download a fully functional trial of NC Import for Rhino by clicking on the "Download" link below. We are confident that during the trial period (10 days or runs, whichever is earlier) you will find NC Import for Rhino extremely useful. Later when you decide to buy the software please return to this page and click the "Buy" link to place your order. In the order process you will be asked to enter the Lock that appears in the product registration dialog box. We will create and send you your Key by e-mail within one business day. To avoid disruption in your workflow we urge you to place your order before the trial period ends.

(0.7 MB)

($195)

Note: Downloading this software indicates your acceptance to the SYCODE Software License Agreement. NC Import for Rhino is priced at $195 only. This is the price of a single user license. For your bulk-licensing needs please contact us.

Installation & Usage

NC Import for Rhino is a plug-in for Rhino. NC Import for Rhino is very easy to use. Once installed, it automatically loads itself into the Rhino environment. If automatic loading fails there are manual loading instructions in the ReadMe file. Once loaded it adds new commands to Rhino's existing commands and a new submenu called "NCImport" to the Rhino menu containing these newly added commands. Truly software made simple!

The 'NCImport' submenu consists of the following commands:

• NCImport - Imports a NC file
• NCImportHelp - Displays the NC Import for Rhino help file
• NCImportRegister - Register your copy of NC Import for Rhino
• NCImportAbout - Displays the NC Import for Rhino about box

The NCImport submenu

NC Import for Rhino comes with detailed documentation for each command as well as a tutorial to get you started in the shortest possible time. There is also an online version of the help file which you can view by clicking the link below.
  
Online Help

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.

Customization

If you want NC Import for Rhino to work in a different way to suit your workflow, do let us know. We will customize the software to suit your needs.