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Basic information about NC file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension NC（*.NC or *.nc）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the NC file yourself.

There are 8 file types using the NC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the NC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support NC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the NC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the NC file?
  • How to open a NC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a NC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a NC file?
  • How to convert NC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to NC file format?


1.Detail information about NC file extension: Mastercam Numerical Control File

File type Mastercam Numerical Control File Category CAD Files
Developer CNC Software File format Binary
Description NC file is a Mastercam Numerical Control File developed by CNC Software. File created by Mastercam, which includes a suite of CAD programs used for designing and manufacturing components; contains numerical control instructions for directing a machine tool, such as a drill, during production.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files

Windows		 CNC Mastercam


2.Detail information about NC file extension: NetCDF File

File type NetCDF File Category Data Files
Developer Unidata File format N/A
Description NC file is a NetCDF File developed by Unidata.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files

Windows		 Unidata netCDF
Microsoft Excel 2016 with netcdf4excel add-in
The MathWorks MATLAB with njTBX extension
ANDX

macOS
 Unidata netCDF

Linux		 Unidata netCDF
NcView


3.Detail information about NC file extension: mcrypt Encrypted File

File type mcrypt Encrypted File Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NC file is a mcrypt Encrypted File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files

Linux		 mcrypt


4.Detail information about NC file extension: Preprosessed GOC Source Non-error-checking (GEOS)

File type Preprosessed GOC Source Non-error-checking (GEOS) Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NC file is a Preprosessed GOC Source Non-error-checking (GEOS).
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files


5.Detail information about NC file extension: Unidata Network Common Data Form

File type Unidata Network Common Data Form Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NC file is a Unidata Network Common Data Form.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files

Windows		 netCDF
Panoply

Linux		 Ncview


6.Detail information about NC file extension: Geopath Machine Part

File type Geopath Machine Part Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NC file is a Geopath Machine Part.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files

Windows		 Geopath
Tekla Structures software
Geopath
Tekla Structures software


7.Detail information about NC file extension: NeatComponents Data

File type NeatComponents Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NC file is a NeatComponents Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files


8.Detail information about NC file extension: RMCProfile List

File type RMCProfile List Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NC file is a RMCProfile List.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NC files

Windows		 RMCProfile



How to convert another files to NC file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for another files to NC file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to NC conversion, you may use the option.

DXF to NC GBR to NC TAP to NC


Can't open a NC file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.NC”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the NC extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support NC file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of NC files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a NC file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a NC file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a NC file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the NC file is damaged.
  • Whether the NC file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the NC file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the NC file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the NC file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a NC file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a NC file.

If the NC file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.