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  1. 05-25-2015, 09:59 PM #1
    Rick_B
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    Solidcam coordinates

    Can someone tell me, if I have my part mounted in a vise in Solidcam what’s the best way to put the coordinates on the fixed face of the vise?

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  2. 05-25-2015, 11:21 PM #2
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    Re: Solidcam coordinates

    The best way is to create a solidworks coordinate system and choose the select coordinate option in solidcam
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  3. 05-25-2015, 11:43 PM #3
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    Re: Solidcam coordinates

    Thanks, I will try that. Should I also mate the part/stock to the vice in Solidworks ?

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  4. 05-26-2015, 12:03 AM #4
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    Re: Solidcam coordinates

    Yes you should apply the mates too
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  5. 05-26-2015, 02:32 PM #5
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    Re: Solidcam coordinates

    And define your vice as fixture.
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  6. 05-26-2015, 09:45 PM #6
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    Re: Solidcam coordinates

    Thanks, will give it a go.

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