As Next Wave CNC advances technologically, the post processors used to create Gcode are periodically updated. Below is a list detailing which post processors are compatible with the Next Wave CNC family of CNC machines and the various Vectric software versions which typically house them.
Table Definitions:
LCD Compatible Control box - A CNC control box capable of utilizing the LCD Pendant touch screen display. The Control box and LCD Pendant is included with the Piranha FX, Piranha XL, HD 4.0 (std/ext beds), SD110, SD120, Shark II, HD510, HD520. The LCD Pendant is not included in the purchase of a Shark SD100 but is compatible with the machine.
Non-LCD Compatible Control box - A CNC control box is not capable of utilizing the LCD pendant. A distinguishing feature is the Red Estop button is on the left or right of the front panel. This was the control box for Shark machines made prior to 2016. See Pre-HD 4.0 machine list
Adding Post-Processors to Vcarve/Aspire instructions
Removing/Adjusting Post Processor Delay
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Vectric software and Version |
Controller Type |
Compatible Post Processors |
VCarve(Desktop/Pro)/Aspire Version 11 and 10.5 (with or without) Laser Module Add-on
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LCD Compatible Control box |
Cutting: six-second delay added as of 6/11/21 Laser: Rotary: six-second delay added as of 6/11/21 Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X inch Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X mm |
Non-LCD Compatible Control box |
Cutting: Rotary: Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X inch Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X mm |
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VCarve(Desktop/Pro)/Aspire Version 10 thru 7.0
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LCD Compatible Control box |
Cutting: CNCPiranha-Arcs_inch
CNCPiranha-Laser_inch Rotary: six-second delay added as of 6/11/21 Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X inch Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X mm |
Non-LCD Compatible Control box |
Cutting: CNCShark-USB_Arcs_inch Laser: CNCShark-Laser_inch Rotary: Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X inch Next Wave-Rotary Along Y-Wrap X mm |
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VCarve(Desktop/Pro)/Aspire Version 6.5 and older |
Non-LCD Compatible Control box |
Cutting: |
PhotoVcarve | All Control box types |
Cutting: |