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Mastercam 2018 Mill Essentials Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The Mastercam 2018 Mill Essentials Training Tutorial features concept-filled tutorials, 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.
A multitude of topics are covered including 2D geometry, solid geometry, tool settings, stock setup, drilling, tapping, contouring, pocketing, circle milling and slot milling. You will learn the 2D High Speed Toolpaths such as Dynamic Mill, Area Mill, Dynamic Contour, Peel Mill & Blend Mill, how to import a solid and machine it and using the WCS in multiple fixture applications.
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Mastercam 2018 Wire Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The Mastercam 2018 Wire Training Tutorial provides users with an excellent resource for learning how to use Mastercam to program Wire EDM machines.
The 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Lathe C & Y Axis Toolpaths Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The tutorial consists of part-oriented tutorials intended for the advanced lathe user that wants to learn how to program lathe parts that include milling operations. You must have the Mastercam Lathe and Mill Software in order to use this tutorial.
You will learn how to create the more complex 3D geometry and Advanced C-Axis toolpaths. The tutorial also covers toolpaths that support the Y-axis rotation and examples on how to use the Mill toolpaths on a Lathe with Live Tooling.
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Mastercam 2018 Nesting Projects Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
This tutorial includes a variety of projects that are using Nesting options in Mastercam to fit parts onto a sheet of material for best yield.
You will learn how Nesting operates on geometry and how you can create and use tabs to assist in holding down the nested parts. You will also learn how Nesting operates on toolpaths and how you can use WCS (Work Coordinate System) to set the parts of an assembly in the proper view for machining.
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Mastercam 2018 Solids Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-704-9
The Mastercam 2018 Solids Training Tutorial contains several 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. You will also learn how to manipulate a solid by using commands from the Model Prep menu such as Push-Pull, Move and Split Solid Face.
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Mastercam 2018 CAD Import & Mill Essentials Toolpaths Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-715-5
The CAD Import & Mill Essentials Toolpaths Training Tutorial is intended for anyone looking to understand the ins and outs of Mastercam Mill Essentials toolpaths, while learning the best practices for importing geometry from various CAD software packages. You will learn how to import AutoCAD, SolidWorks and Parasolid files and create the 2D toolpaths for them in Mastercam.
Each tutorial walks you through preparing the imported geometry using levels, shows you how to check for problems in the geometry and how to move the geometry to set the work zero. We also cover tool settings, stock setup, drilling, tapping, contouring, pocketing, circle milling, slot milling, 2D High Speed Toolpaths (such as Dynamic Mill, Area Mill, Dynamic Contour, Peel Mill & Blend Mill) and using the WCS in multiple fixture applications.
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Mastercam 2018 Lathe Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The Mastercam 2018 Lathe Training Tutorial consists of part-oriented tutorials, and 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. Step-by-step tutorials introduce 2D 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.
Details on Stock Transfer, Stock Flip, Stock Advance and tailstock toolpaths, in addition to instruction on importing a SolidWorks file and using the Turn Profile command to create Geometry and a VTL tutorial are also found within.
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Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Essentials Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Essentials 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 Essentials and Mill Advanced 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, and Msurf. 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.
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Mastercam 2018 CAD Import and Mill Advanced Toolpaths Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The CAD Import & Mill Advanced Toolpaths Training Tutorial consists of projects and accompanying practice exercises. It is intended for intermediate to experienced Mastercam users who are primarily importing 3D geometry from another CAD software package.
It is strongly recommended to have a good understanding of 2D machining (provided in the Mill Essentials Training Tutorial, for example) before beginning this book.
Each project explains how to prepare the imported geometry using levels, how to check for problems in the geometry and how to move the geometry to set the work zero.
All of the parts are designed with machinability in mind and include suggested fixtures and tool setups. Clearly laid out objectives and step previews make it easier than ever to follow along.
This book covers Surface Finish and Roughing toolpaths with an emphasis put on the advanced Surface High Speed toolpaths. Other topics include STL Stock creation and its use in solid model verification and 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Advanced Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
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 Tool Box toolpaths such as Projection, Impeller 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, Swarf milling 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Automatic Toolpathing Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
Automatic Toolpathing (ATP) automates the process of assigning toolpaths to geometry such as doors used in cabinet making. In this tutorial you will learn how to create a 3D door geometry, create the formed tools needed and machine the door using 2D toolpaths. You will export all the toolpaths to an operation library. You will also learn how to use the Create door command and an excel file to generate the geometry for the other size doors that have the same shape. You will learn how to configure, setup the ATP and link the operations to their specific levels. In the last step, Mastercam will automatically nest the doors.
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Mastercam 2018 Mill Advanced Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
The Mastercam 2018 Mill Advanced Training Tutorial contains projects and 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 Essentials 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.
The content covers 3D wireframe, surface geometry creation and solid creation, Surface Finish and Roughing toolpaths. An emphasis is put on the advanced Surface High Speed toolpaths, 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Automatic Toolpathing (ATP) and KCD Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
This is en eBook. An internet connection is required to read it.
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ATP for KCD Software automates the process of assigning toolpaths to doors used in cabinet making that were created in KCD Software. In this tutorial you will learn how to configure, setup the ATP and create a strategy to link the operations to their specific levels using the excel file generated in KCD Software. In the last step, Mastercam ATP will automatically nest the doors.
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Mastercam 2018 Beginner Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-705-6
The Mastercam 2018 Beginner Training Tutorial provides a comprehensive step-by-step approach to learning the basics of three Mastercam modules: Mill Essentials (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.
Three mill projects, two lathe projects, and two solids projects – the same found at the start of our newly revised Mill Essentials, Lathe and Solids Training Tutorials – are combined with practice exercises and the Mastercam 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. 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, as well as proper Stock Setup and Tool Settings.
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Mastercam 2018 Design Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-706-3
The Mastercam 2018 Design Training Tutorial provides a comprehensive step-by-step approach to learning geometry creation within Mastercam.
The tutorials featured in the book 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 practice exercises that further reinforce what has been learned. The Design Training Tutorial covers 2D Geometry, Solids and 3D Surface Creation.
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Mastercam 2018 Project Workbook (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-711-7
The Mastercam 2018 Project Workbook is ideal for high school students and those who prefer project-based learning.
The Workbook includes projects preceded by an overview of CAD/CAM and basic machining. You will learn how to use Mastercam to program 2D and 3D Milling / Router, Lathe, Solids and Art.
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Mastercam 2018 Router Training Tutorial (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Imperial)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-707-0
The Mastercam 2018 Router Training Tutorial provides 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Lathe Training Tutorial (Metric) (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Metric)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-724-7
The Mastercam 2018 Lathe Training Tutorial consists of part-oriented tutorials, and 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. Step-by-step tutorials introduce 2D 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.
Details on Stock Transfer, Stock Flip, Stock Advance and tailstock toolpaths, in addition to instruction on importing a SolidWorks file and using the Turn Profile command to create Geometry and a VTL tutorial are also found within.
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Mastercam 2018 Mill Advanced Training Tutorial (Metric) (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Metric)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-723-0
The Mastercam 2018 Mill Advanced Training Tutorial contains projects and 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 Essentials 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.
The content covers 3D wireframe, surface geometry creation and solid creation, Surface Finish and Roughing toolpaths. An emphasis is put on the advanced Surface High Speed toolpaths, 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Mill Essentials Training Tutorial (Metric) (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Metric)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by: In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-722-3
The Mastercam 2018 Mill Essentials Training Tutorial features concept-filled tutorials, 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.
A multitude of topics are covered including 2D geometry, solid geometry, tool settings, stock setup, drilling, tapping, contouring, pocketing, circle milling and slot milling. You will learn the 2D High Speed Toolpaths such as Dynamic Mill, Area Mill, Dynamic Contour, Peel Mill & Blend Mill, how to import a solid and machine it and using the WCS in multiple fixture applications.
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Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Essentials Training Tutorial (Metric) (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Metric)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-730-8
The Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Essentials 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 Essentials and Mill Advanced 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, and Msurf. 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.
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Mastercam 2018 Solids Training Tutorial (Metric) (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Training Tutorials (Metric)
This is an electronic only purchase downloadable in PDF format.
Published by In-House Solutions Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-77146-725-4
The Mastercam 2018 Solids Training Tutorial contains several 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. You will also learn how to manipulate a solid by using commands from the Model Prep menu such as Push-Pull, Move and Split Solid Face.
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Mastercam 2018 Mill Essentials Professional Courseware (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Professional Courseware
The Mastercam 2018 Mill Essentials Professional Courseware is ideal for industrial training. Our exercise based approach to both the presentation and teaching of the material provides users with excellent opportunities to apply what they have learned. Users put the concepts they are taught to practice by creating parts based on a series of drawings, using 2D wireframe, solids, and toolpath creation with just a few guidelines. Supplement files and accompanying exercises are provided to reinforce the theory. The material provides outstanding coverage of contour, pocket, drilling, circle milling and slot milling toolpaths. More advanced exercises explain the use of Work Coordinate System (WCS), 2D High Speed toolpaths, Feature Based Machining (FBM) and more.
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Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Professional Courseware (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Professional Courseware
The Mastercam 2018 Multiaxis Professional Courseware is designed to be used in an industrial training setting. It details numerous toolpaths that allow a trainee to successfully machine 4-axis and 5-axis parts. Specific exercises are provided with instruction on how to define the toolpath geometry, the tool axis orientation and the tip control. The Advanced multiaxis toolpaths have been included with more complex parts along with instructions on how to machine them. The new Machine Simulation is also covered to check for any collisions between the part, the tool and any of the machine’s components.
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Mastercam 2018 Mill Advanced Professional Courseware (PDF)
By DanielGingras in Professional Courseware
The Mastercam 2018 Mill Advanced Professional Courseware is intended for industrial training. This book covers a multitude of features that allow a trainee to create 3D wireframes and surfaces for 3D modeling and toolpaths. Interactive training exercises introduce 3D geometry functionality while surface toolpaths are thoroughly investigated as well as their various parameter settings; Surface High Speed toolpaths are also in depth covered. Supplementary Mastercam files and guidelines are provided for creating toolpaths to successfully machine each part within the book. Also covered here, is Machine Simulation which checks for any collisions between the part, the tool and any of the machine’s components.
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