About NC Sequences
An NC sequence is a workpiece feature that represents a single tool path. You must set up a process environment before creating an NC sequence. The type of workcell defines the types of NC sequences available, as shown in the following table.
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NC Sequence
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Punch
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Laser
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Laser-Punch
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Flame
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Flame-Punch
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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X
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X
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X
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X
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|
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X
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X
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X
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X
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|
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
|
||
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
|
X
|
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X
|
X
|
X
|
||
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X
|
X
|
X
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||
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X
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X
|
X
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||
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X
|
X
|
X
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When you create an NC sequence, a dialog box corresponding to the NC sequence type is displayed. Each of these dialog boxes has the following options:
• Parameter—Open the parameter tree.
• Comment—Type comments regarding NC sequences.
• Define—Specify the tool, parameters, and geometric references. You can also apply some low-level control depending on the NC sequence type.
• Info—Display parameter and NC sequence information.
• Preview—Display the tool path for the NC sequence prior to completion of the NC sequence. Available after all elements have been defined.
• Done—Completes creation of the current NC sequence.
• Cancel—Terminates the creation of the current NC sequence after confirmation.
• Next—Completes the current NC sequence and starts creating another Nibble Edge NC sequence with the same tool and parameters.