G-code
Term · Additive manufacturing and 3D printing · MLC-T-ADM-000153
A programming language used to control automated machine tools, including 3D printers. It consists of alphanumeric commands that instruct the machine on specific actions, such as movement, speed, and temperature settings. These commands dictate the precise path of the print head or laser, layer by layer, to build a three-dimensional object.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ADM-000153 |
|---|---|
| Field | Additive manufacturing and 3D printing |
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