FastCAM® v5.9.1070:

• In response to demand from users, FastCAM® will no longer exit when NC code needs to be verified in FastPLOT. (FastCAM® was designed to shut down to enable maximum memory allocation for customers using older PC's however this should no longer be an issue).
• Improved manual pathing ability. Manual pathing has been improved in complex situations where there are many choices. E.g. If a single choice is straight ahead at an intersection and the layer is the same, it is chosen automatically as this is the most likely for flame or plasma cutting.
• Uses XP Theme. This eliminates the scroll bar on the screen which some users find a nuisance when only part of a drawing is displayed on the screen. (This could be changed manually in the Setup.Dat file but it is now automatic).
• Inverse Window Erase. Users can now choose to erase entities inside or outside a window.

FastTRACK® v3.1.49 for Windows starts at US$1,995.00 (Single User Version). Upgrade Pricing depends on what version you are upgrading from. Please Call.

• SQL backend with improved database functionality for data storage, Reliability & Speed; Multi-user capabilities; reporting and compatibility with other software programs including connection to FastNEST® for Remnant Nesting. (Note: FastCAM users need to be running the latest FastCAM v5.9.1070 to be able to intergrate FastTRACK into FastNEST).
• Redesigned user interface for overall improved ease-of-use.
• New Auditing functionality. Tracks who creates, edits, deletes plates. (Stores all data changes and pictorial history of the plates).
• Editing of plates now done with full FastCAM® Editor. FastTRACK® pdf brochure.

Can I change a CNC file back to a CAM file?

Yes you can change a .CNC file back to a .CAM file. It is very easy to do. It's just about knowing where to look.

1. Open FastPLOT
2. Click NC Utilities
3. Click Convert to CAM (or Convert to DXF)
4. Save the file to any location.

If you have a similar style 'How Do I' question send us an email. (Note that such Q&A's are Product Function focused and intended to be helpful for all users).

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