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If you are using multiple CAM systems, CAM-POST can generally automatically determine the appropriate CAM interface kit based on the file extension and contents of the CLDATA file (e.g., aptsource, cls, nciā¦). Using the “Automatic” interface simplifies running CAM-POST, since you do not have to remember to manually switch CAM interfaces each time you post-process for a different CAM system.

The CAM interface kit can also be selected using the [CAM] button on the CAM-POST GENER launch panel. CAM-POST automatically recognizes the following CAM formats:
Format | File type |
---|---|
CATIA | aptsource |
Creo | ncl |
hyperMILL | pof |
IDEAS | cl |
Mastercam | nci |
NX | cls, clf |
PowerMill | cut |
SurfCAM | apt |
Benefit to User
Choosing the Automatic CAM interface where possible simplifies use of the post-processor, especially in multi-CAM environments.
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