G-code, also known as geometric code or RS-274, is the most prevalent programming language for computer numerical control (CNC) machines used in computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM). G-code commands provide what-, which- and how-type instructions to the machine, s...
When used correctly, CNC programming codes, specificially g-code is an invaluable tool for CNC machinists, allowing you to take full advantage of your machine’s capabilities.
Apost processoris a configuration file that customizes generic G-code to work with a specific CNC machine. Different controllers have unique requirements—for example, LinuxCNC requires a%symbol at the beginning and end of each program, while some controllers need line numbers, and others do not...