mCAD drawing and nesting
Prepare editable geometry, verify the layout against the target machine, generate its route and deliver a saved .mhg job. Follow these topics in order for a first job.
From drawing to a saved job
mCAD prepares geometry and layouts; the main program controls production.
02Drawing geometry and precise dimensions
Use the drawing tools, then confirm precise values in the parameter panel.
03Import vector drawings and images
File → Import (Ctrl+I) accepts supported engineering files and images.
04Select intervals between intersections
Selection determines exactly what Delete and editing commands affect.
05Move, copy, rotate and repair contours
Select the intended geometry and inspect the preview before confirming a change.
06Operation animations and beginner guide
Learn command gestures without changing the current project.
07Parts, quantities and automatic nesting
A part definition contains a closed outer boundary and its internal machining contours.
08Manual placement and grouped moves
Work in Layout result and select instances before moving or copying them.
09Save complete grouping strategies
Reusable strategies retain geometry and relative positions, while current machine safety is checked afresh.
10Participating heads and assignments
Cutting participation and the physical existence of a head are different settings.
11Validate the current layout (F12)
Safety approval applies to the current geometry, fixed head assignments and machine parameters.
12Choose the cutting start and final lift point
F9 sets a contour-relative start/lift location for every instance of the same part type.
13Dynamic route and machining estimate
Generate the movement sequence for a currently validated layout and target machine.
14Configure hosts and send .mhg (F6)
A successful connection must also be compatible with the current job.
15Use a host’s remnant or newly referenced sheet
Each host retains its own pending material data; receiving it does not overwrite the current layout.
16Projects, job files and part export
Use .mhcad for editable projects and .mhg for host job exchange.
17Print instructions and exported drawings
Keep a readable reference for the workshop without changing production data.
18Licensing and About
Use the installed software’s licensing flow and an intact issuer-approved package.
This website provides instructions only. Carry out every drawing, transfer and machine operation in the installed software. Website links cannot home, jog, start, pause or stop a live machine.