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August 2018
Mastercam 2019 Migration Wizard
Today we are going to cover how to update your previous Mastercam version resource files to Mastercam 2019 using the Migration Utility.
To begin, first create a temporary source folder for the Migration Utility to access and name it ‘update.’ You will place copies of the contents of the Shared Mcam folder inside this new update folder.
How to Debind Desktop Metal Studio System Parts
In the video below, Desktop Metal demonstrates how to load parts and set up a job for solvent debind in the Studio System debinder.
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July 2018
Mastercam Solid Modeling Sweep Command
There are several new enhancements to the Solid Modeling Sweep Command in Mastercam 2018. In previous versions, if your geometry changed direction by 5 degrees or more you would be required to do a fillet between the entities on the along curve. Now, the swept body can travel smoothly throughout.
Here we have some geometry in Mastercam 2017. The first two pieces of wireframe chain […]
Introducing Castable Wax Resin for Sharp Detail and Clean Casting
Castable Wax Resin, the newest addition to the Formlabs library of Jewelry Resins for 3D printing, is now shipping. This wax-filled material is designed for reliable direct investment casting with zero ash content and clean burnout. Printed parts are suitable for both custom try-ons and final production. It combines sharp accuracy, smooth surface finish, and high green strength, making it our best all-around material for […]
AME Postponement
The Advanced Manufacturing Expo has become the region’s largest conference for learning about the latest manufacturing technologies. This expo has been growing over 50% per year, with over 600 participants last year, and there was no indication that the increase in attendance was going to slow down. In order to keep up with this growth, we have decided to take a step back and postpone the 2018 […]
Mastercam 2019 PrimeTurning Toolpath
The PrimeTurning toolpath, which was introduced in Mastercam 2018 as an Add-In, is now fully integrated into Mastercam 2019. To use it, select PrimeTurning on the Lathe Turning or Mill-Turn Turning contextual tab.
Mastercam has partnered with Sandvik Coromant on the development and support of their innovative PrimeTurning™ method and CoroTurn® Prime tooling. With these tools and methods, Mastercam allows you to turn in conventional […]