SheetCam

SheetCam is a widely used program and there are many instructional videos online. SheetCam offers the possibility to load a DXF file so that you can draw with any desired CAD software. The program also has a small library of standard workpieces of which the dimensions can be adjusted.

Sheetcam is universal CAM software there is a free basic version available. You can upgrade to a full version without obligation, the costs are then one-time €134.95 per license.

Before using SheetCam  in combination with our machine you have  our  post processor needed.

What is a Post Processor?

A post processor is a kind of translation file for the CAM software. This indicates which codes are applicable for which commands. So that the CAM software can convert its language to the language of the machine in question.

An example: The mach3 controller on our machines uses code M3 to turn on the torch. In the Post Processor it is then described that M3 is that particular code. The CAM software  know  than that he must place code M3 at the moment the torch must be switched on. If this is M6 on another machine, it will be listed in the Post Processor as M6. So the post processor is specific to our machines.

Download the file from our site and place it in the NC program as follows:

In SheetCam, go to the top of the menu screen Options -> Machine -> Post Processor

Click on that in the window Import post and open the post processor you downloaded from our site.