Machining centre transfer parameter to set a directory for cutting list information in PNX format
Use this to set the location where a file for the cutting list information is located. The file is in PNX (pattern exchange) format.
● Enter the full path
or
Use the Directory button
to select a path
Also set whether sub folders are used or not.
Sub
folder
The files generated are placed in subfolders of the path - named after each run. For example:-
c:\v12\pnx\00123\
c:\v12\pnx\00124\
c:\v12\pnx\00125\
Notes
- This parameter appears on the paths and options tab on the second parameter screen for the transfer options it applies to. It is possible to set a different directory for each transfer method in the Machine centre transfer parameters list.
- This parameter only applies if the path is set and the run is nesting based.
- PNX file generated is the same file as specified by the Export format option: 5
The PNX file layout is defined below:
Part list title
OPT parameters
SAW parameters
(For each part line the following fields are required)
Description
Material
Length
Width
Quantity
Over
Under
Grain
Quick edge 1
Quick edge 2
Quick edge 3
Quick edge 4
Information boxes ...
- The Export cutting list format option can be used for export of cutting list data in other formats
