Posting NC Code
Introduction
This topic will explain how to post NC programs, how to save, and edit code, and provide links to related topics.
How to Post NC Programs
To post the code for any toolpath that has been computed:
- In the CAM
Tree, right-click the job name (for example,
Milling
Job), and click Post
or click Post & Save As.
The posted NC code is displayed in the Posting Manager.
Tip: After code is posted in the Posting Manager, you can click inside the Posting Manger to give it focus, and then use Ctrl+F to use the Find dialog. This allows you to search for particular codes/terms without the need to open the posted code in an editor.
Note: By setting the NC File Extension value, in the Posting page of the Current Settings dialog, to APT, you can output the cutter location data rather than an NC file.
The Posting Manager Shortcut Menu - How to Save and Edit Code
After posting a program, right-click anywhere in the Posting tab to display a shortcut menu with the following items. Use these options to save or edit the code that displays in the Posting Manager.
- Save As - opens the Save As dialog box for you to select a location, name, and save the code as an .nc file.
Note: The numerical control (.nc) file is a text file that can be edited with any text editor. When you post a program, the file is automatically saved to the default location for .nc files: C:\BobCAD-CAM Data\*(Current Version)*\NC\...
- Predator Editor - opens the Predator CNC Editor with the posted code. Editing, back-plotting, and other actions can be performed with the editor.
- NC Editor - opens the NC Editor with the posted code. Editing, back-plotting, and other actions can be performed with the editor.
- Mach 3 - if you have purchased Mach 3, you can open the code in the Mach 3 software.
Note: BobCAM switched to the NC Editor for the Editor which comes standard with the software. The Predator Editor option was left as an option for users which previously owned, and still used Predator Editor. Please note that back-plotting the code in the editors require an upgraded license of the editor.
Related Topics
Machining (Posting) Order Dialog Box
Getting to Know the User Interface
