DXf files? - TM Vision 8

[Flatblack51]

First off I'd like to say thank you for the killer site! I'm a newb I've had my table for 2 weeks ive downloaded a few files from here the problem is that I can't open most DXF files why is that and what do I need to do to convert to where I can open them. I'm running TM version 8. Thanks

[Hillbillycnc]

I'm new to plasma also, but not cnc. You can download a free DXF viewer from solidworks web site.
If your talking about opening DXF files on your TM, I can't help.

[kajunkrawler]

I have had the same problem with the DXF files not opening in Autocad. I open them in Corel and resave and they will then open with Autocad. Weird

[bignoles]

Are you using the "open" command or the "import" command in the TM software?
I always open a new drawing, then import the DXF to the new drawing.
When the options box comes up-
Import objects as = Polygons
Check the box for "remove duplicates"

Hope it helps.

[Magic Rat]

If like Kajuncrawler you are using corel to open the dxf you can you the application launcher (the rocket shaped icon in the toolbar) to send it straight to torchmate cad.

I always use the two tm and corel alongside each other. Usually drawing and editing in corel and resizing and toolpathing in TM.