Copy file help

[propellers]

Using Copy Program in Tools I probed a 2D file using the base as Z Zero. This produced one tooling path. I would like to make multiple cutting passes using this file starting at 1.6" above base and cut every .2" until reaching 0" which is the base or bottom of the part.
I usually write in the program the FP command calling up the file each .2" but would like to learn a new means of approaching this with Basic programming or Part Wizard. I would appreciate any help.
I have attached a sample file.
Perimeter File

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[bruce_clark]

Lonnie,

You could use the ShopBot to DXF converter to convert your ShopBot part into something that Parts Wizard could edit.

It is FC and then SBP to DXF on the drop down "File Type" list.

Hope this helps,

Bruce

[btk]

Lonnie,

There is probably a better way to do, however
You can create a master file that contains the following (You have to check the proper syntax)
Before you run, First Z-Zero to the material.

M3 0,0,1.6 (this will start you at first level)
VA 0,0,0 (this will zero the tool at first Z)
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP (run the file)
M3 0,0,0 (go back to first 0)
VA 0,0,0.2 (set current Z to 0.2)
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP (run file)
M3 0,0,0 (repeat the process.....
VA 0,0,0.2
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP
M3 0,0,0
VA 0,0,0.2
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP
M3 0,0,0
VA 0,0,0.2
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP
M3 0,0,0
VA 0,0,0.2
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP
M3 0,0,0
VA 0,0,0.2
FP DRS 40_21 PERIMETER.SBP


Good Luck,
Brian

[propellers]

Bruce, I thought There would be a way to put this in PW and manipulate it but did,'t know how. I will give it a try..Thanks.

[btk]

Lonnie,

I missed the part that this was a 2D scan (I thought it was a 3D file). For a 2D file, there is an option of the FP command that allows you to step down as required.

From the Command Reference