Auxiliary Functions

All "elementary" auxiliary functions (for example, tool on/off, marking on/off, marking offset on/off, kerf compensation, rapid, stop, ) are generated automatically by the system. The function codes with which the Nesting System will supply the postprocessor are the symbolic codes used in the system.

Auxiliary functions for special purposes can also be defined by the operator. They can be defined at a node point, an arbitrary point on a contour or in a corner loop at 3 pre-defined points. The function codes (and possible parameters) are transferred to the postprocessor without change, except for function values in the range -900 to -1000, which are reserved for special auxiliary functions not treated by the postprocessor (for example, corner loops).

To control bevel cutting for instance, it is necessary to give additional information to some auxiliary functions, using parameters.

When the auxiliary functions are defined, one function is given at a time, together with one or several parameters separated by a comma (,). The user interface for giving auxiliary functions in a corner loop is the same as for single auxiliaries.

The logical variable SBH_NESTAUX must be assigned to an arbitrary value and the auxiliary function should not be preceded by 99.