Postprocessor

Postprocessor

The postprocessor converts toolpaths into G-code specific to your machine's controller.

Supported Controllers

Controller	Type	Notes
Fanuc	Milling/Turning	Industry standard
Siemens	Milling/Turning	Sinumerik
Haas	Milling/Turning	Fanuc-based
Mach3/4	CNC Router	Hobby/Semi-pro
LinuxCNC	Generic	Open source
GRBL	CNC Router	Arduino-based
Heidenhain	Milling	Conversational format

Output Options

• Block numbering: N10, N20... or none
• Increment: Numbering step (5, 10, etc.)
• Decimals: Coordinate precision (3-6 digits)
• Line ending: CR, LF, or CR+LF
• File extension: .nc, .cnc, .tap, .gcode

Header and Footer

Customize opening and closing code:

; Typical header
O1234 (PROGRAM NAME)
G21 G90 G94 G40 G49 G80
G17

; ... toolpaths ...

; Typical footer
M5          ; Spindle stop
G91 G28 Z0  ; Home Z
G28 X0 Y0   ; Home XY
M30         ; End program

Code Generation

1. Complete toolpath creation
2. Go to CAM → Generate G-Code
3. Select appropriate postprocessor
4. Configure output options
5. Specify save path
6. Click Generate