SLC Types

Dominant SLC File Type

.SLC

File ID:	.slc
Classification:	SLiCe Format Data

SLC is a 2.5D file describing slices (contours) through a solid model typically for rapid prototyping applications such as stereolithography.

Organization:	Open Source
Class:	CAD Files
Location:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.slc

Software Programs That Open The SLiCe Format Data:

3D Lightyear by 3D Systems

Windows

3D Object Converter by Open Source

Windows

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Understanding SLC Issues

Issues Opening SLC Files

3D Lightyear Disappeared

If you attempt to load your SLC file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open SLC Files". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have 3D Lightyear for %%os%% installed on your computer. The typical path of opening your SLC with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.

Tip: When another SLC application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.

Outdated 3D Lightyear

Sometimes your installed version of 3D Lightyear won't support your SLiCe Format Data file. Download the latest 3D Lightyear version from the 3D Systems website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.

Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your SLC file and clicking "Properties".

Conclusion: The majority of SLC file opening issues are due to not having the correct 3D Lightyear version installed.

Other Causes of SLC File Opening Problems

Although you might already have 3D Lightyear or another SLC-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening SLiCe Format Data files. If you are continuing to have errors with loading SLC files, other external issues might be to blame. Other contributing causes:

• Invalid SLC file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
• Accidental deletion of the description of the SLC file in the Windows registry
• Partial installation of 3D Lightyear that did not fully complete
• File corruption affecting your SLC file
• SLC file integrity has been compromised by malware
• Device drivers of the hardware associated with your SLC file are corrupt or out-of-date
• Insufficient system resources to successfully open SLiCe Format Data files