New CNC Setup Problems

[steve meek]

Hi All, Ive just bought a Chinese CNC Router. It came with NC Studio and Type 3. I have never operated a CNC but have used Zund Plotting Machines. We have set this Machine up as best as the terrible instructions allow. However When we open a Dxf up in NC studio it shows Cad Code which is different to what the Instructions show and the Machine wont run. The NC studio seems to want either g or nc code and Type 3 is saving in vnd and we cant work out how to fix it. I am in Newcastle NSW and would love to know if anyone near by can help set it up. I want to use it to cut 2d drawings for gaskets for modified Race car Engines.

[steve meek]

I guess no one here has experience with these programs.

[dhenry]

You should take a sample of the code to the CNC section of your local TAFE.
Consider doing a Mastercam course to learn how to code.

I would be surprised if your code is not g code. Your should use note pad to write code. The extension are largly irrelevant at your level. Just rename the file extension.

Consider using MACH 3 to control your router.

If you want more help send me a code sample an some details of your machine.

[cabnet636]

the camaster stinger nc mm post proccessor listed in vectrics post proccessor list was written for the nc studio controller, it will make code for cut 2d. contact vectric or see if it is in your pp list