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XCS Maestro File (Plates)
The XCS format generates CNC machining instructions in Maestro format for plate cutting machines.
Output
- Format: ZIP containing
.xcsfiles - Target machines: Generic Plates Machine
Parameters
| Parameter | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Group parts from the report in the same folder | How to organize output: 'By Batch' or 'By Phase'. | By Batch |
| Split files by Zones | Create separate files per assembly zone. | Off |
| Create part Full Contour (for CNC machines) | Generate full part contour cutting paths. | Off |
| Create part holes (for CNC machines) | Generate hole drilling operations. | Off |
| Create operations in all sides | Create operations on all sides of the plate. | Off |
Multi-Step Milling
Define milling passes at different depths in the Milling steps by height table:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Bottom height (mm) | Start height of the milling step. |
| Top height (mm) | End height of the milling step. |
| No of steps | How many passes for this depth range. |
Material-to-Tool Mapping
Configure which tool is used for each material, in the Material Settings section. Each table has a Material and a Tool column. Separate mappings for:
- Materials to Tools Mapping for Holes — Tool assignment for drilling operations per material.
- Materials to Tools Mapping for Contour — Tool assignment for contour cutting per material.