SolidCAM 2020 SP0

SolidCAM announced the release of the latest version of their flagship CAM software – SolidCAM 2020. This new release brings major enhancements to many CAM modules available inside SolidCAM, as well as general improvements that provide an even greater ease-of-use for the end user.

SolidCAM 2020 Release notes - Date: February 6, 2020

SolidCAM 2020 provides a host of general improvements such as ‘Full Position Control’ of part and fixture – which allows the user to set the absolute value, as is on the machine, for part and fixture separately. The ‘Drag & Drop’ feature now includes easier navigation by way of new toggle switch icons, and a cleaner Operation Templates interface that makes it easier to navigate to your desired templates. Further improvements include a new Temporary Directory cleanup utility that can be toggled on/off in the CAM settings and the new Network PRZ Multi-User Checking feature that checks to see if the PRZ file you’re working on is currently open by another network user system.

The SolidCAM 2.5D Milling module gets a boost with many enhancements. The Hole Wizard Process now includes Drag to Surface which finds all holes perpendicular to the surface that have been created with the Wizard and automatically adds operations for them, as well as the new Full Synchronization feature that automatically changes the tools and updates the operations when a hole type or size is changed. The Face milling operation now provides the option of Floor Finish Only. The 2.5D Pocket Operation has been updated to provide Floor Finish Only or Wall and Floor Finish Only as well as a new Open Edge Negative Offset feature that now supports negative offset values on open edges on Modify Geometry, which is very helpful when trying to avoid objects near the open edge.

SolidCAM’s patented iMachining gets new features including 3D Positioning in iMachining 2D which means you can now perform 3D in-pocket positioning, as you can do in iMachining 3D. This is made possible by using the Stock model that is dynamically updated by each cutting move. Smart positioning greatly reduces retracts and further optimizes iMachining 2D tool path. Other enhancements include User-defined Arc Fitting Tolerance and User-defined Max Cutting Angle Step-up in iMachining 3D.

The HSM/HSR module in SolidCAM 2020 introduces the new Turbo HSR and 3-Axis Undercut Milling operations. Turbo HSR provides a new Roughing Tool Path engine with true 64-bit, Multicore support and Multi-Surface Offset Capability along with numerous other enhancements. Turbo HSM offers now more accurate sharp corner motion by adding a finer radius to prevent part wall damage. The new 3-Axis Undercut Milling operation works directly on the model to provide Gouge free toolpaths as well as automatic Collision control for shanks & holders, and offers support for Slot Mills & Lollipop Cutters.

SolidCAM’s HSS and Simultaneous 5-Axis modules have been enhanced, including a new Calculation Progress Bar that is visible in all operations. Multiple boundaries are now supported in a single operation; Toolpath Extension now extends the toolpth for each region, and in the Automatic Clearance Plane, the direction, type & value are set automatically based on part geometry and Toolpath type.

Additionally, in SolidCAM’s Screw Machining operation, the toolpath calculation has been optimized and now provides calculation at least 10 times faster than before. Also, Screw Machining now offers Automatic Ramping and Lead-In & Lead-Out definition for Finishing operations.

SolidCAM’s new Simulation provides 2 new modes including Performance Mode, which plays the simulation at incremental speeds based on the playback speed slider, and Machining Time Mode that plays the simulation according to the actual time spent running on the machine. The Simulator has also added Tooltips that are displayed when hovering the mouse over interface features and provide detailed information along every segment of the tool path.

SolidCAM is a CAM software that integrates directly into SolidWorks and Inventor. That does not only mean you can program tooling paths from the comfort of the CAD software you know and love, but it is also advantageous in that all tool paths retain associativity with the original CAD design. In other words, any changes made to the CAD file will instantly be reflected in updated tool paths, saving you time and money.

Take out the guesswork of milling, turning and other processes by using the patented Technology Wizard. The wizard allows you to automatically fine-tune optimized feeds, speeds, depth and width of cuts. What is more, this CAM software automatically recognizes the distinct geometrical features of your design and assigns toolpaths accordingly. Hence, this approach eliminates the need for time-consuming manual geometry definition.

The tool paths created with this CAM software rely on an advanced, patented morphing spiral that gradually conforms to the geometry of the feature being machined rather than an old-fashioned, simple spiral tool path. This increases the amount of time the tool actually works the stock and thus makes your machine more productive.

SolidCAM & iMachining - The amazing CAM solution.


SolidCAM Inc is a world leader in advanced tool path generation technology (CAM) running directly inside SolidWorks. SolidCAM features a full line of CNC machine programming software solutions ranging from 2 axis lathes and 3 axis mills to extremely complex multi-axis MillTurn machines and Wire Edm. All products run directly inside SolidWorks and provide the user with a true "SolidWorks look and feel" for ease of use and maximum efficiency. Along with the integrated interface and scalability for new machines, SolidCAM also has its patented "iMachining" that powers users to new levels of productivity and profits, through unmatched cycle time reduction and unrivaled tool life.

Product: SolidCAM
Version: 2020 SP0 build 106615
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.solidcam.com
Language: multilanguage
System Requirements: PC *
Supported Operating Systems: *
Software Prerequisites: SolidWorks 2012-2020
Size: 4.7 Gb