Let’s take a look at Corner Pretreatment - a new option added to the 2D Dynamic Mill toolpath in Mastercam 2021. Corner Pretreatment is a new option that allows for the addition of depth cuts and adjusted step overs to any sharp corners on your parts. This will help in controlling tool motion to reduce the chance of tool chatter and tool overload. Once this option is turned on, you can then setup your operation [...]
This month Cimquest becomes 30 years old! While a small percentage of companies ever make it to that milestone an even smaller group makes that lengthy journey under the stewardship of the original founder. Even though this can be considered a great achievement, I feel that the passing of time is not a significant measurement of accomplishment. In fact, I am reminded of a poem that my mom loved and which was delivered at her [...]
Analyzing airfoil shapes is easier than ever using the Control X Airfoil Analysis technology. Upon completion of scanning the airfoil and aligning with the nominal CAD model, the software is able to return dozens of useful parameters necessary for complete airfoil analysis. Some of the parameters include: Leading and trailing edge radii Leading and trailing edge positions in space Maximum chord height Leading (and trailing) Edge position in space relative to the model origin. Axial [...]
Mastercam Announces New 5X Mill Post Processors for the SINUMERIK 840D / SINUMERIK ONE Control Mastercam announced new 5-axis milling post-processors that will unleash the highest productivity on SINUMERIK-controlled machine tools. These new post processors were developed utilizing the technical expertise of Siemens CNC engineers. These post processors include support for SINUMERIK 840D and SINUMERIK ONE CNCs from Siemens. Some features include: Table/Table (AC/BC/Nutating) Support. Rotary and Vector Programming. Advanced Surface / Top Surface (COMPCAD [...]
Seamless import of SGS round solid carbide tools into Mastercam toolpath operations Mastercam has announced a new partnership with KYOCERA SGS Precision Tools (KSPT) to provide tool libraries to the Mastercam user base. KSPT is an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturer of industry-leading round solid carbide cutting tools and pioneered some of the world’s most advanced cutting tool technologies. “CNC Software is proud to partner with KYOCERA SGS Precision Tools. We’re excited to offer ten specialty series [...]
Cimquest recently added a new 3D scanner to our portfolio. It’s called the Solutionix C500 and it is a structured Blue LED scanner. It’s designed to be user friendly so that both novices and experts can operate it with ease. It comes with the scanner, the stand, and an automated rotary 3-axis turntable. It combines well-written, intuitive software with simple, easy-to-learn calibration, scanning, and post-processing routines. Here are some of the key features . . [...]
Nexa3D Unveils xCE-White for 20X Faster Production of Parts and Injection Molding Tools Nexa3D, the maker of ultrafast polymer production 3D printers, recently announced the immediate availability of a new photoplastic material called xCE-White, a functional polymer for producing end-use plastic parts and injection molding tools in minutes. xCE-White is the fastest single cure material in the company’s portfolio to date, helping deliver 20X productivity increases in AM and boasting high flexural strength comparable only [...]
Cimquest is hiring and is looking for an Applications Engineering Specialist. Job description below. If you are interested in applying, please provide your resume and salary expectations to careers@cimquest-inc.com. OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION: This position is for an Application Engineering Specialist for our growing line of 3D Printer solutions including HP and Desktop Metal as well as several other technologies. The specialist will be based out of our 25,000 sq ft Branchburg, NJ headquarters. Approximately 30% travel [...]
