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This guide will discuss the basic steps in using SigmaNEST to create a cut file for use with MachMotion’s 1150P plasma

control. Users have the option to either import a .dxf file or select from the SigmaNEST shape library.

MachMotion has an informational video for SigmaNEST on our Youtube channel:

2.1 Software Startup

Double-click the SigmaNEST icon on the control desktop or launch from the conversational assistant button in the Mach

software.

Once opened, there is the option to import a .dxf or create a new task and use the SigmaNEST shape library.

Begin by selecting [Create a new task].

Set task parameters (material type, sheet/job size, thickness, clearance, etc…) on the next tab.

SigmaNEST Quick Start Guide

1 Introduction

2 SigmaNEST

Summary of Contents for SigmaNEST

Page 1: ...e channel https www youtube com watch v l5bqLvEsp7Q 2 1 Software Startup Double click the SigmaNEST icon on the control desktop or launch from the conversational assistant button in the Mach software...

Page 2: ...Next select the Parts tab Select either Load DXF File or Standard Shapes 2 2 Shape Library The following shapes are currently available in the shape library Select a shape and press Ok Rectangles...

Page 3: ...Rings Flanges Gussets...

Page 4: ...Brackets Gaskets...

Page 5: ...Miscellaneous 2 3 Part Control and Nesting From the Parts tab the part s can then be edited to adjust leadins outs and other parameters...

Page 6: ...Select Leadins by Process to change a lead in from the part library Also for angled lead in lead outs you must select an angle of 90 degrees or larger Auto nesting is also available from the Parts tab...

Page 7: ...ath tab will show the current file s toolpath after selecting Generate Toolpath NC Simulate will simulate the part file in SigmaNEST Select Generate NC Code to post and save g code file to the control...

Page 8: ...rate the toolpath Edit the necessary cut parameters on the lower right of the control Cut Height Pierce Height and Pierce Time and set your part zero When ready to cut press Cycle Start 4 1 Training S...

Page 9: ...the SigmaNEST license number ready to give to the trainer Here is the location of your license number Tools Help Config License Manager Hasp Detail MachMotion warranty policy is subject to change Upd...