In Vectric VCarve Pro, a "post" typically refers to a Post Processor—the file that translates your design into the specific G-code language your CNC machine understands.
If you are looking to manage or "create" a post-processor configuration for version 6.091, here is how to access and set them up: Locating Your Post Processors
VCarve stores these files in a specific application folder. To find them quickly: Open VCarve Pro 6.091. Go to the File menu. Select Open Application Data Folder.
In the window that appears, open the folder named PostP. This contains all the active post-processors currently available in your dropdown list. Choosing the Right Post for Your Machine
When you are ready to save your toolpaths and "post" them to your machine:
Select Toolpaths: In the Toolpaths tab, click the Save Toolpath icon (the floppy disk image).
Select Machine: Use the Post Processor dropdown menu to find your specific machine brand (e.g., ShopBot, Mach3, Next Wave Shark). Vectric VCarve Pro 6.091
Output: Click Save Toolpath(s) to File to generate the code for your CNC. Creating or Editing a Custom Post
If your specific machine isn't listed, you can often "create" a compatible one by copying an existing file:
Browse the "My_PostP" Folder: If you want to shorten your list to only show your specific machine, move your desired .pp files from the PostP folder into the My_PostP folder. VCarve will then only display those.
Edit for Specific G-Code: Post-processors are essentially text files with a .pp extension. You can open them in Notepad to tweak the header or footer code if your machine requires a specific startup or shutdown command. Frequently Asked Questions〡Vectric
VCarve Pro 6.091 is a legacy version of the popular 2D and 2.5D CNC design software, originally released around 2010–2011
. While largely superseded by newer versions (currently v12.5), it remains functional for basic CNC operations like profiling, pocketing, and V-carving. Key Status & Support Details Version Age: In Vectric VCarve Pro , a "post" typically
Version 6.5 was released in late 2010, placing v6.091 as a minor update from that era. Upgrade Policy: Vectric typically offers free upgrades for
following a new purchase. For users on version 6.0, moving to the latest version (v12.x) usually requires a paid upgrade through the Vectric V&CO portal Modern Compatibility:
While older versions may run on modern Windows 64-bit systems, performance and graphics support (like high-resolution UI and 3D previewing) are significantly improved in versions 10.5 and later. Core Functionality in v6.091
Despite its age, this version supports the fundamental tools needed for a CNC router:
If you are used to modern CAD, you will notice these limitations:
One of the unique advantages of the Vectric ecosystem is the "Gadgets" library. In version 6.091, these small plugins extend the software’s functionality significantly. No 3D Finishing Toolpaths: You cannot import STL
The seemingly arbitrary sub-version ".091" is not an error; it is a testament to Vectric’s meticulous bug-squashing philosophy. Unlike subscription-based software that pushes weekly untested patches, 6.091 was a mature, service-pack-style release.
Key technical characteristics:
A distinguishing feature in the V6 series was the texture toolpath, allowing users to simulate wood grain, fluting, or stippled backgrounds by machining variable depth lines across the material surface.
To praise 6.091 is also to acknowledge its deliberate walls. Vectric famously up-sells to Aspire for 3D modeling. Version 6.091 cannot import STL files for 3D machining. It cannot do lithophanes. It cannot model a 3D claw foot.
But here is the deep irony: That limitation forces creativity. Without 3D modeling, users of 6.091 learned to fake depth using multiple 2D toolpaths—using fluting tools, profile passes, and texture hatching. Many artisan sign makers argue that 6.091-era work has a hand-carved feel that later 3D-rendered output lacks. The software’s weakness became the operator’s skill.