Using nester – Hypertherm Phoenix 8.0 User Manual
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Using Nester
To begin, first select the plate size requirements for the nest at the Main Setup screen.
This information is used to display the plate size and plate orientation at the main view
screen to place parts on the plate. The plate information is retained with the nested part
program when saved.
Press the Nester soft key from the Shape Manager screen then enter the Nester Setup
Screen to configure the nesting software for use. Press OK to return to the Nester Main
Screen to begin placing parts in the nest.
Adding Parts
At the Nester Main Screen, press the Add Part soft key to add a new part to the nesting
part list. The first screen viewed will allow the user to select a part from the Simple
Shape Library, from a disk or from the host computer via link communications.
After a part has been selected from either location, the user will be prompted to select the
number of pieces desired.