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  1. 03-03-2016, 10:22 PM #1
    James99
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    cnc milling

    i have a fagor8055 mc mill.i was wondering can i transfer a solidworks drawing to machine.What type of file should it be?
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  2. 03-04-2016, 06:15 AM #2
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    Re: cnc milling

    You shuld use cam softwere. I recomend solidcam.
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  3. 03-04-2016, 07:49 AM #3
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    Re: cnc milling

    depending on your needs and budget there are a lot aof cam packages for solidworks dolphin or bobcad ,..


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  4. 03-07-2016, 07:27 PM #4
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    Re: cnc milling

    you can use solidcam, solidcam is the best software Plugin software in solidworks.
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  5. 03-07-2016, 07:29 PM #5
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    Re: cnc milling

    Keep in mind, solidcam is pretty expansive. At least 1.5k per seat.
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  6. 03-12-2016, 08:05 AM #6
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    Re: cnc milling

    Worth every penny.
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  7. 03-12-2016, 10:29 PM #7
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    Re: cnc milling

    You can also look at VisualCADCAM for Solidworks, which gives you CAM functions within the Solidworks workspace. It comes in various levels, with more features on each higher level (at additional expense). Check my site (under toolpaths) for more information about it.
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