The Role of Postprocessor in the Translation of Vector Graphics Understandable to the CNC Machine Controller

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to show the post-processor role and importance in the creation of programming code which CNC machine controller can understand and proceed. Today, the use of CNC technology introduces the Industry 4.0 principles in the production, thus increasing the productivity and precision of the produced parts. It is very important to optimize all the production steps, from choosing the right CAD software for vectors drawing, defining tools and generating tool paths, creating and optimizing post-processor, to translating the tool paths in the programming code which controller of the CNC machine can understand, as well as educating the operators to be able to calibrate the machine and understand and run the CNC programming code properly. When all the abovementioned steps are correctly defined, the production can be optimized and best results are guaranteed.