Saving Tool path files NGC

Do you save all your NGC toolpath files when the project is complete? Or do you delete the files and just keep the name of the project being the CRV files?

I see I can reload the project CRV files anytime, and just recreate the toolpath NGC files if needed.

I am just looking to keep all my V Carve files tidy, and not redundant.

Thank you,

Ray

Personally? I have a folder for each project and inside each folder is the CVR file and the NC. If I need to I version them if I change the material etc.

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The folders are a good idea.

Ray

Unless your material is ALWAYS the same thickness, I would never keep old NGC files laying around. To me, NGC files are for that specific run of the machine.

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Roger

That is the best answer. It makes sense to load the project file (CRV) then check all your setups, and then once again save your NGC tool paths.

Thanks to those that replied. It really helps with this learning curve I am riding.

Ray

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17h

Personally? I have a folder for each project and inside each folder is the CVR file and the NC. If I need to I version them if I change the material etc.

I save every project in it’s own folder. Each folder has sub-folders for revisions or changes. I have many many sub-folders :laughing:

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Nothing wrong with that file saving protocol.

Ray

How you save your files depends on what are you plans for future reproductions of a project. I would follow what Calvin did above with a file system for each project with revisions, then inside of the revision folder make a notepad file with an explanation of the changes. Things like material kind, size changes or depth changes, etc.

That is what I am starting to do because it can get confusing when you make revisions. As far as file name I just add the revision number or letter in the file name. With the add notepad file you will have notes on what you did instead of just trying to go from memory. As I have found out as I get older my memory is not as clear as it used to be. Also in the revision folder it might also help to have a set up sheet(a notepad or spreed sheet file) of what tools you used and how you positioned material on the table and clamping style.

It may sound like a lot to do, but after you do it a few times you will find a format to put all of the notes and set up stuff in order. Once you get it sorted it out just make a template of it so than you just have a fill in the blank style file to record everything. Maybe create a spreed sheet or something like it for the document file and have a master in the root folder.

Cheers and Happy Carving

Joe

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