# SigmaNEST # SigmaNEST Quick Start Guide ### [{{@672}} ](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-02-Feb/machmotion-logo.jpg) ### 1 Introduction This guide will discuss the basic steps in using SigmaNEST to create a cut file for use with MachMotion’s 1150P plasma control. Users have the option to either import a .dxf file or select from the SigmaNEST shape library. MachMotion has an informational video for SigmaNEST on our Youtube channel: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5bqLvEsp7Q](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5bqLvEsp7Q) ### 2 SigmaNEST **2.1 Software Startup** Double-click the SigmaNEST icon on the control desktop or launch from the conversational assistant button in the Mach software. Once opened, there is the option to import a .dxf or create a new task and use the SigmaNEST shape library. Begin by selecting **\[Create a new task\]**. [![welcome-screen.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/welcome-screen.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/welcome-screen.jpg) Set task parameters (material type, sheet/job size, thickness, clearance, etc…) on the next tab. [![task-parameters.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/task-parameters.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/task-parameters.jpg) Next, select the Parts tab. [![parts-tab.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/parts-tab.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/parts-tab.jpg) Select either **\[Load DXF File\]** or **\[Standard Shapes\]**. **2.2 Shape Library** The following shapes are currently available in the shape library. Select a shape and press **\[Ok\]**. Rectangles: [![rectangles.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/rectangles.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/rectangles.jpg) Rings: [![rings.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/rings.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/rings.jpg) Flanges: [![flanges.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/flanges.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/flanges.jpg) Gussets: [![gussets.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/gussets.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/gussets.jpg) Brackets: [![brackets.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/brackets.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/brackets.jpg) Gaskets: [![gaskets.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/gaskets.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/gaskets.jpg) Miscellaneous: [![miscellaneous.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/miscellaneous.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/miscellaneous.jpg) **2.3 Part Control and Nesting** From the Parts tab, the part(s) can then be edited to adjust leadins/outs and other parameters. [![leads.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/leads.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/leads.jpg) Select Leadins by Process to change a lead in from the part library. Also, for angled lead in / lead outs, you must select an angle of 90 degrees or larger. [![image-1607538251614.png](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2020-12/scaled-1680-/image-1607538251614.png)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2020-12/image-1607538251614.png) Auto nesting is also available from the Parts tab. [![auto-nesting.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/auto-nesting.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/auto-nesting.jpg) The Toolpath tab will show the current file’s toolpath after selecting **\[Generate Toolpath\]**. [![toolpath.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/toolpath.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/toolpath.jpg) NC Simulate will simulate the part file in SigmaNEST. Select **\[Generate NC Code\]** to post and save g-code file to the control software. [![nc-simulate.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/nc-simulate.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/nc-simulate.jpg) ### 3 Using the Control **3.1 Running a Program** Once the NC file has been posted from SigmaNEST, the control software will automatically load the part file and generate the toolpath. [![control-toolpath.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/scaled-840-0/control-toolpath.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2018-04-Apr/control-toolpath.jpg) Edit the necessary cut parameters on the lower right of the control (Cut Height, Pierce Height, and Pierce Time) and set your part zero. When ready to cut, press **\[Cycle Start\]**. ### 4 Appendix **4.1 Training** SigmaNEST offers remote/online training for customers that have SigmaNEST license through MachMotion as of 2/11/2019. Customers are allowed up to 3 participants during the training session and requires notice of 10 business days. Customers will need to call 513-674-0005 to schedule this training and will need to have the SigmaNEST license number ready to give to the trainer. Here is the location of your license number: Tools Help / Config / License Manager → Hasp Detail {{@677}} # SigmaNEST Oxy or Plasma Process Selection SigmaNEST is set to use tool 1 (plasma) as default process. You can change to OXY per part or set as default in the post. ### 1. Change process for the part: **Double click on the part:** [![edit-part1.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/scaled-840-0/edit-part1.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/edit-part1.jpg) **Double click on the design image:** [![edit-part2.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/scaled-840-0/edit-part2.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/edit-part2.jpg) **Click the "Quality" dropdown menu option, then select "Change Process":** [![edit-part3.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/scaled-840-0/edit-part3.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/edit-part3.jpg) **Click-hold, and drag to expand the box over the area to be changed (note in image below the entire shape has not yet been selected):** [![edit-part4a.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/scaled-840-0/edit-part4a.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/edit-part4a.jpg) **Once part selected (above), right-click in the part and a window will come up to change the process. Use the dropdown to make your selection:** [![edit-part5.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/scaled-840-0/edit-part5.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/edit-part5.jpg) **Once the selection has been made (above), click the ok button, then over in the right side of the window, click the green check mark. You can then click the close menu option:** [![edit-part6.jpg](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/scaled-840-0/edit-part6.jpg)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-10-Oct/edit-part6.jpg) Changes are now applied and will be posted once you re-nest and generate gcode. ### 2.0 Change Default Process in Post This change is made in the post file. For example: C:\\Mach4\\Post\\SigmaTEK\\Mach4\\MachMotion\\MachMotion.pst Look for "processes available" section (around line 200). there is a default tools number. change the number to match the default tool wanted from the list below that line. Keywords: sigmanest, oxy, torch, plasma, default, process # SigmaNest Access Violation Message This error message seems to happen when the same file is loaded into the Mach4 software. Recommendation is to make sure that all gcode files are closed out of the Mach4 software and try again. If still having the issue, save the SigmaNEST file then restart SigmaNEST and Mach software (ensure the mach software does not autoload the same gcode file, if so then close it out). If still having issues, contact SigmaNEST Support (513-595-2002), or contact MachMotion support and we can work them. Internet access to the control will be needed. Had an instance where they updated some read/write privileges to paths/folders/directories that sigmanest uses. [![Sigmanest-Access-Violation.png](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-09-Sep/scaled-840-0/Sigmanest-Access-Violation.png)](https://support.machmotion.com/uploads/images/gallery/2017-09-Sep/Sigmanest-Access-Violation.png) Keywords: 15369