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Unread 16-04-2013, 01:58
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Re: File conversion

It doesn't really work like that. There's no direct file conversion. You need a CAM program like Mastercam. It doesn't just take the part file and make g-code. It needs a lot of user input to tell it the tool path, which tools to use, etc. There's plenty that depends on the mill and tools you'll be using. I would recommend asking another local team or machine shop that to make it for you.

Someone can correct me if I'm off about something.
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