File conversion to NCC

Discussion in 'SolidWorks' started by Nicholas, Jun 8, 2006.

  1. Nicholas

    Nicholas Guest

    I am learning Solidworks and working on a machine with SW 2004. I just
    made my first part, a simple bracket about 8" long with two holes
    drilled on the ends. A friend has a CNC machine and he says it can
    machine the part but needs the file to be in NCC format. This is not
    one of the options in the SW dropdown. Any idea how to make the
    conversion?

    thanks
     
    Nicholas, Jun 8, 2006
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  2. Nicholas

    Rocco Guest

    ..nc or .ncc usually means CNC g-code, which is a coordinate translation
    of where the machines cutter will move to as it cuts the part. You need
    software (or an add on, is there even one available for SW?) that can
    do this, such as Mastercam. It's not just about part geometry, it's
    also cutter and setup info, though a talented operator can adjust for
    what they need.
     
    Rocco, Jun 8, 2006
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