Mastercam Video Series
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Here are the latest Mastercam videos from Cimquest:
Align to Plane
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/5wbfr5h4fl?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640
A lot of times after we import part models from other CAD software like Solidworks or AutoCAD, the parts don’t line up with Mastercam’s world coordinate system. Now in Mastercam 2019, we have the option to align to plane by either create a new WCS in relation to the part’s current layout or transform the model and additional geometry to a pre-existing view.
Mastercam for Solidworks – Mask on Arc
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/0hbkzkndvd?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640
Mask on arc is a familiar option in Standalone Mastercam hole making toolpaths that helps accelerate selection. It can differentiate between similar sizes and select multiple locations for you quickly.
Mastercam Launcher Utility
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/tvvheazofr?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640
The Mastercam Launcher Utility utility helps you setup desktop icons and gives them special properties. If you have a network license, this will ensure you activate only the licenses you need, while leaving others available on the system.
Machining Cloud with 3D Lathe Tools
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/8c8owhcos0?embedType=iframe&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640
In Mastercam 2019, we can now export lathe tool assemblies from machining cloud and turn them into 3D tools.