7 hours ago, Simon Kausch said:

Looks good! I'm programming moulds with multiaxis paths on a 10 year old pc (i7 and 32gb ram). For sure it could be faster but if you're mostly doing 2D paths and simple 3D paths it wouldn't make a difference.

How big are your parts you're programming?

We're a job shop so it varies!

10 hours ago, mwearne said:

If you're not doing super complex work, you don't need anything over the top. Coming in under 3k should be easy. Lasting 5 years, shouldn't be a problem even with the parts you have there. Again, assuming non complex work and 'lasting' means the system won't get bogged down by future performance needs of Windows or Mastercam (I don't see any massive new tech coming from either anytime soon)

Saying that, a few small changes in that system would yield big gains. You have a 12th gen intel listed (i9 would be a better choice). you should build to its strengths. Its able to support waaaay faster RAM and also PCIE gen 4. You might need to pick a different MB if that one does not support those.

I'm in the 32GB of RAM club, but I would get reputable components so if you want to add a couple more sticks in a few years, you will be able to get the same stuff.

One thing not listed in your build, you should have dual or even triple monitors. If you don't have them now, add a matching pair. A better video card is not a bad idea either but the one listed will work.

Also a good idea to add some bulk storage, 4TB or more HDD.

 

....and get good components, not just the cheapest.

 

 Would you make any tweaks to this? https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ddBcVw

Hey y'all, my shop is bit behind on the times and we're about to introduce Mastercam into the workplace. I'm not entirely sure as to how much I spend on a rig to optimally use the software. We DO NOT have any 5 axis machines. Only 3 Axis with the newest machine being a Haas VF9. With that in mind, I'm guessing the load for toolpaths, etc wouldn't be nearly as resource heavy as if we were doing 5 axis 3d mapping/toolpaths? If I wanted to make sure that the PC build will suffice in ~3-5 years time with updates to the software how much am I realistically looking at?

Here is a suggested build I asked for on reddit, seems to be on the modest side. I haven't been greenlit a budget so far but I'm guessing around the 2k - 2.5krange is what my budget will be.

https://pcpartpicker.com/list/67FwjZ

any input is much appreciated!