nc-hops 0.2.6

Hop file writer and reader

nc-hops

Abstract

nc-hops is a Python package designed to facilitate the creation, reading, and manipulation of .hop files, which are primarily used with Hops, a Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software for CNC machines. The package enables users to seamlessly load, edit, and write .hop files while preserving all relevant content, ensuring compatibility with different CNC machines.

Any unfamiliar content encountered within .hop files is gracefully ignored but retained for future modifications, enabling robust handling of files generated by various software applications.

Quick-Info

• nc-hops is a Python package for creating, reading, modifying, and writing .hop files.

• License: MIT License

• Intended Audience: Programmers, CNC Machine Operators, and CAM Software Users

• Python Compatibility: Requires at least Python 3.6

• OS Compatibility: OS Independent

• Dependencies:

  • Pillow
  • numpy
  • setuptools
  • smbprotocol
  • chardet

• Current Capabilities:

  • Reading and extracting elements from .hop files.
  • Writing .hop files with support for Milling, Drilling, Machine, and Nesting operations.

• Supported .hop Content: Supports read/write operations for most known versions of .hop files.

Installation

To install the nc-hops package, run the following command:

python -m pip install nc-hops

For advanced usage or development, you can clone it from the repository and use the command:

python -m pip install .

Usage

Reading .hop Files

Extract various elements such as variables, comments, and processing details from .hop files using the ReadHop module.

Writing .hop Files

Utilize the WriteHop module to create .hop files with support for:

• Milling Operations: Create and customize milling operations.
• Drilling Operations: Define drilling operations with precise parameters.
• Machine Setup: Configure machine-specific settings.
• Nesting Operations: Optimize material usage through nesting.

Examples

For more detailed examples of how to use nc-hops for reading and writing .hop files, please refer to the example scripts available in the repository.

Project Status

Ongoing - Actively developed

Contributors

• Nikola Brajic - [e-mail]
• Igor Pekovic - [e-mail]
• Aleksa Marceta - [e-mail]

Feedback and Contribution

Questions and feedback can be directed to the project's contributors via their email addresses. Contributions are welcome; please fork the repository and submit a pull request with your improvements.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

Contact

For questions, feature requests, or bug reports, please contact:

• Nikola Brajic - [e-mail]