Mastercam X6

Mastercam X6 Mill Level 1 Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-26-1
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Mill Level 1 Training Tutorial features 10 concept-filled tutorials, 10 challenging practice exercises and short quizzes following every tutorial providing a very comprehensive look a virtually all aspects of 2D machining.

This book begins with the absolute basics by introducing the Mastercam user interface and it will have you creating geometry, drilling and creating contour toolpaths before you know it. Its gradual progression lends way to more advanced concepts such as multiple setup scenarios and 2D High Speed Toolpaths. All of the parts within the book are designed with machinability in mind.

Over 900 pages of content cover a multitude of topics including 2D geometry and solids creation, tool settings, stock setup, drilling, tapping, contouring, pocketing, circle milling, slot milling, 2D High Speed Toolpaths (such as Dynamic Core Mill, Area Mill, Rest Mill and Contour Mill), how to import a solid and using the WCS in multiple fixture applications.


The included Mill Level 1 Video Training CD adds to the mix by offering narrated video training exercises that help beginners master fundamental 2D geometry creation concepts. Following that, viewers can proceed to watch step-by-step instruction on how to complete each of the main tutorials within the book. A General Notes chapter is included as a PDF on the disc that outlines useful tools, shortcuts and 2D toolpath parameter descriptions.

The book also comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Mill Level 3 Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-32-2
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Mill Level 3 Training Tutorial contains 7 projects and 7 accompanying practice exercises that span a wide degree of complexity. It is strongly recommended to have a good understanding of 2D machining (provided in the Mill Level 1 Training Tutorial, for example) before beginning this book.

All of the parts are designed with machinability in mind and include suggested fixtures and tool setups. Clearly laid out objectives and dimensioned step previews make it easier than ever to follow along.

Over 1000 pages of content cover 3D wireframe and surface geometry creation, Surface Finish and Roughing toolpaths. An emphasis is put on the advanced Surface High Speed toolpaths, including the new X6 High Speed toolpaths such as OptiRest, OptiArea and OptiCore, STL Stock creation and its use in solid model verification. Also covered is how to create and manage Stock models in the Toolpath Manager. Machine Simulation is used to check for collisions between the part, the tool and any of the machine’s components.


The included Mill Level 3 Video Training CD compliments the book by offering narrated video training exercises that help beginners master fundamental 3D geometry creation concepts. After that, viewers can proceed to watch step-by-step instruction on how to complete each of the main tutorials within the book.

Rounding out the package is the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition DVD (Demo Software). Together, the book, Video Training CD and software deliver an excellent package of 3D machining material.

Mastercam X6 Lathe Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-24-7
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Lathe Training Tutorial consists of 9 part-oriented tutorials, and 9 practice exercises that provide users with an excellent foundation in Lathe. The material emphasizes the machinability of parts with suggested fixtures, setup sheets & more.

The Lathe Training Tutorial is ideal for beginners and current Mastercam users alike. 700 pages of step-by-step tutorials introduce 2D, and later 3D geometry creation along with detailed coverage of 2D toolpaths such as Face, Rough, Finish, Drilling, Grooving, Grooving on an angle, Inside Boring, Cutoff, Threading and Canned Cycles for Rough and Finish.

More advanced C-Axis toolpaths such as Face Contour, Cross Contouring, C-Axis Contour, Face Drilling, Cross Drilling and C-Axis drill follow later in the book. Details on Stock Transfer, Stock Flip, Stock Advance and tailstock toolpaths, in addition to instruction on importing a SolidWorks file and using the new Turn Profile command to create Geometry and a VTL tutorial are also found within.


Now shipping with each Training Tutorial is the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition DVD (Demo Software). To further add to the mix, we have included the Lathe Video Training CD that offers narrated video training exercises to help beginners master fundamental lathe geometry creation concepts. After that, viewers can proceed to watch step-by-step instruction on how to complete each of the main tutorials within the book. Also found on the CD is a General Notes chapter (PDF) that provides useful tools, shortcuts and toolpath parameter descriptions.

Together, the nearly 700 page book, Video Training CD and software deliver a value-packed package of Lathe machining material.

Mastercam X6 Solids Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-28-5
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The Mastercam X6 Solids Training Tutorial contains 8 tutorials that provide concise step-by-step instructions on creating 3D wireframe and solid geometry. Illustrating a variety of useful Solids commands, users can expect detailed coverage to include Extrude, Loft, Revolve, Sweep, Boolean Add and Remove, Fillet, Chamfer, Shell, Trimming, Creating Solid patterns, Changing a Solids colors and creating solid geometry from surfaces.

This book also comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Beginner Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-34-6
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Beginner Training Tutorial provides a comprehensive step-by-step approach to learning the basics of three Mastercam modules: Mill Level 1 (2D), Lathe and Solids. It is a great choice for an individual looking to get a broader overview of the software or an instructor looking to provide the same for his/her students.

Six mill projects, two lathe projects, and three solid projects – the same found at the start of our newly revised Mill Level 1, Lathe and Solids Training Tutorials – are combined with 11 practice exercises and the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition DVD (Demo Software) to round out this compilation book.

Each tutorial systematically walks through all the procedures from Geometry Creation to Toolpath instructions, Verification and G Code Generation. In nearly 800 pages, a wide range of topics are covered including 2D Geometry and Solids Creation, Drilling, Tapping, Contouring, Pocketing, Circle Milling and Slot Milling. It also contains 2D High Speed Toolpaths, with further explanations given for the use of transforming toolpaths, as well as proper Stock Setup and Tool Settings. The book also includes a General Notes chapter with useful tools and shortcuts that make the software even easier to use. You will also find a description of the 2D toolpath parameters of the Solid menu and Operations Manager.

For users looking to explore Mastercam more deeply, it is suggested to look at our titles dedicated to each topic; Mill Level 1 Training Tutorial, Lathe Training Tutorial and Solids Training Tutorial. For example, the Mill Level 3 Training Tutorial would better follow the Mill Level 1 text for example, as it contains an extra 4 mill-related tutorials beyond what is found in the Beginner Training Tutorial.

This book also comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Design Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-35-3
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Design Training Tutorial provides a comprehensive step-by-step approach to learning geometry creation within Mastercam. The 17 tutorials featured in the book now provide step previews, allowing the user to systematically follow each step with ease. Additionally, each tutorial walks through all the procedures required for each part's geometry creation. The material also includes 17 practice exercises that further reinforce what has been learned. The Design Training Tutorial covers 2D Geometry and Solids Creation, with explanations given for the use of WCS in multiple fixture applications. The material also includes a General Notes chapter with useful tips, tools, shortcuts and descriptions of each option on the Solid menu.

This book also comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Intro to Multiaxis Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-30-8
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The Mastercam X6 Multiaxis Training Tutorial is intended for the advanced Mastercam user looking to learn Mastercam Multiaxis programming. A firm grasp on both 2D and 3D machining is required and can be attained by completing the Mill Level 1 and Mill Level 3 Training Tutorials.

The Intro to Multiaxis Training Tutorial covers the different applications that are available by configuring the Rotary Axis Control page including: Rotary axis positioning and Axis substitution. The book also covers the Multiaxis Classic family toolpaths: Rotary, Curve, Swarf, Flow, Msurf, and Port. A special tutorial is dedicated to teaching how to drill and circle mill holes using Multiaxis toolpaths. Specific parameters such as Cut patterns, Tool Axis Control, Limits, Collision Control, Linking and more are described in detail.

The contents also describe how to verify the toolpaths using the new Machine Simulation module that combines toolpath backplot mode and material removal mode with collision detections. In total, there are over 500 pages dedicated to Multiaxis concepts.

The included Video Training CD allows viewers to watch step-by-step instruction on how to complete each of the main tutorials within the book. This book also comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Advanced Multiaxis Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-36-0
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Intended for the advanced Mastercam user, this book contains new projects demonstrating a variety of Advanced Multiaxis milling applications. The initial tutorials introduce Mastercam’s simplified multiaxis user interface featuring custom application toolpaths, and they later transition to the more advanced interface.

Topics include custom application toolpaths such as Projection, Swarf milling, Impeler floor surface and Impeller blade swarf finish toolpaths. From the Wireframe toolpath family, you will learn how to use Parallel to multiple curves and Morph between two curves. You will also generate rough and finish toolpaths from the Surface/Solid toolpath family, such as Morph between two surfaces, Parallel cuts and Parallel to surface.

Additionally, a special project is designed specifically to familiarize you with different Collision control strategies and how to verify the toolpaths using the new machine simulation module that combines toolpath backplot mode and material removal mode with collision detections.

This book comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Router Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-37-7
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Router Training Tutorial has been recreated to offer users a complete package of 8 new projects, presented in a new layout conducive to interactive learning. The tutorials provide detailed coverage 2D Geometry Creation, Drilling, Contouring, Pocketing, Nesting, Block Drilling and Importing graphics to machine. Instructions on Tool settings, proper Stock setup and Custom profile tool creation are also included.

This book comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.

Mastercam X6 Wire Training Tutorial

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ISBN: 978-1-926955-39-1
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.

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The Mastercam X6 Wire Training Tutorial provides users with an excellent resource for learning how to use Mastercam to program Wire EDM machines. The 6 new tutorials focus on 2D & 3D Geometry creation and Wirepath creation such as Contour, 4-Axis and No Core. Open contours, Multiple contours, Dies and Taper angle projects are covered in detail. Each tutorial guides users from geometry creation through to G-Code generation. Additionally, each tutorial includes description of the parameters used in the different dialog boxes such as the Wire/Power, Cut Parameters, Compensation, Stops, Leads and Taper.

This book comes with a copy of the Mastercam X6 Home Learning Edition/Demo Software.