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NC Import for SolidWorks - Numeric Control NC program file import add-in for SolidWorks
NC Import
for SolidWorks is a Numeric Control NC program file import add-in for
SolidWorks®. This add-in gives SolidWorks 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 SolidWorks 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 document as a 3D Sketch in a part or assembly
document or as 2D Curves in a drawing document.
NC Import
for SolidWorks comes with detailed documentation for each command 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
Program File
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 Numeric Control NC program file import add-in for SolidWorks.
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