How to change an Easel file (.nc) to a .ngc file?

Hello all, I just got my Nebula all set up and I was wondering if you can use the gcode files from Easel (.nc) in LinuxCNC which uses .ngc files. Also, what other CNC software could I use that will let me make gcode files that are really big, like 3ft x 4ft projects? Vectric 2D only allows up to 24” x 24” cuts and I can’t afford the $700 Pro version which would let me cut that kind of size project. I can’t seem to figure out Fusion360 either so something other than that one too. Thanks for all the help. Y’all have a good day!

Wade W.

www.forum.linuxcnc.org/31-cad-cam/27145-qcad-cam

Short answer rename file.nc to file.ngc. That's assuming it's a plain text file.

The Vectric 2D work piece restriction is silly but that's the way it goes with commercial software. Fusion 360 has a learning curve but once you get over that hump simple jobs can be done in a hurry and it's capabilities are some multiple of Easel.

Post an example of an Easel.nc file. If it's like grbl it will be a stripped down version of a Linuxcnc.ngc. It will run in Linuxcnc but some nice features like path blending can be added easily.

Thank you! I will try to do that this evening when I get home. I appreciate the help!

Why not simply add .nc in the ini file?
linuxcnc.org/docs/2.8/html/config/ini-config.html passus 2.3
Mike

I’m very new to Linux, I don’t really know how to do that.

Hey Tommy, I tried doing what you said but this pops up when I try to open it. How can I fix this? Thanks! It won’t let me attach the image but it says “File ended with no percent sign or program end”