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How to set up PolyBoard and OptiNest for import to Maestro

Stefan — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 08:22:31 +0000

For SCM point to point CNC machines equipped with the CAM software Maestro, PolyBoard can export XXL files that can be read directly with Maestro. However when using a nesting machine with OptiNest it is necessary to use a DXF file to run the CNC machine. Maestro can import any DXF file and with a…

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OptiNest integration with your CNC machine

Stefan — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 19:35:14 +0000

As long as the CAM software that comes with your CNC accepts DXF files, it will be able to accept OptiNest’s nesting results. The CAM software will then convert this information into the machine code to run your router. OptiNest outputs layered DXF files which can include: These files can be loaded into your CAM/CNC…

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PolyBoard and OptiNest nested manufacturing with doubled sided machining and edge drilling

Stefan — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:56:37 +0000

In nested manufacturing a complete sheet of material is placed on a flat bed CNC and parts are machined and cut in one automatic operation. The benefits are : However two of the disadvantages of nested manufacturing are: There are two ways to manage machining the second face of double sided parts. Each method has…

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