How to Request a New Post-Processor?

If the post-processor you are looking for is not installed with the software or can't be found in our online post-processor library, you need to request a new post-processor to be built. Watch this to learn how you can submit a post-processor creation request.

For 2-Axis Lathe, 3-Axis Mill/Router, Laser, Waterjet, Plasma, and Wire EDM Post Requests ONLY

Submit a Request Using Web-Base Form

For All Types of Post-Processor Requests Including Multi-axis Mill and Mill-Turn

Submit a Request Using PDF Forms

Creation and Modification of a Standard Post-Processor

Standard Post Processors can be modified and created by support for currently supported versions, click here to find out what versions are still supported, at the request of a customer with a current support subscription. Standard post means the following can be set up in the Post Processor.

  • G&M (ISO) Code Post Processor
  • File Header Send Characters
  • Default Program Header / Safety Lines
  • Use of Cutter Compensation (Profile Cutting)
  • Work Offsets
  • Feed Rate Output
  • Tool Height Offsets
  • Point to Point Motion
  • Tool Change Calls
  • Standard Canned Cycles *
  • Program End Codes
  • File Trailer Codes

 

* Supported Standard Canned Cycles

Mill
  • Drill
  • Peck Drill
  • Chip Break
  • Tap or Rigid Tap – Left & Right Hand
  • Bore I
  • Bore II

 

Lathe
  • Drill
  • Rough Turn (OD/ID and Face)
  • Finish Turn (OD/ID and Face)
  • Thread (Straight and Tapered)
  • Bar Feed
  • Grooving (OD/ID and Face)