G-Code-Optimizer

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Free Software for optimizing g-code-files (i.e. from Axon 2) main features (NEW: Version 1.4 (10/2013)): Text-view of g-code (with comments for the commands) 2D-view of g-code (for each layer) de-raft cooler always on additional z-moves (to prevent strings) check printer area head-cleaning (with optional brush) and new: Edit g-code-text resizeable 2D-View finally send free info-SMS NEW (06/2014): check extruder control (e.g. does extruder heat up before printing...) Instructions Hi, I use Axon 2 and was not very happy with the results. So I started to develop a little software, that is able to optimize the g-code-files (i.e. *.bfb). The software is still experimental, but everyone can download it from: http://www.g-opti.com The g-opti-software has the following features: derafting (first 2 layers - raft has to be of different material than object!) adding a 'start-string' keep cooler always on reduce speed of 'fast-movement' add 'Z-move' whenever the extruder moves to a new position add comments to all g-code-commands (expt. "G1"-moves) send an SMS to your mobile phone when the optimizing-process is finished In future there will be these additional features: setting the temperature for each of the first two layers setting the extruder-rate for each of the first two layers setting the temperature and the extruder-rate for the last layer Actually the software is only available in english and german language. BUT ATTENTION: the software is experimental !!! So check out the result-file to avoid damage to your printer !!! Everyone uses the software on his own risk !! Happy printing Bundes-Metal-Minister