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Getting Started inMastercam for

SolidWorks®

January 2009

Be sure you have the latest information!

Information might have been changed or added since this document was published. The latest version of this document is installed with

Mastercam for SolidWorks or can be obtained from your localMastercam Reseller.


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Getting Started in Mastercam® for SolidWorks®

Date: January 2009

Copyright © 2009 CNC Software, Inc.—All rights reserved.First Printing: January 2009

Software: Mastercam for SolidWorks/ Mastercam X3 MU1

ISBN: 1-883310-90-3

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NWD.

Printed in the United States of America.

Printed on recycled paper.


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Contents1.

Introducing Mastercam for SolidWorks ......................... 1

Videos and Documentation .................................................... 1

Watching the Videos ................................................................. 1

Using the Help ........................................................................... 3

Interface Tour ............................................................................ 5

Considerations and Limitations ............................................ 7

2.

Installation ..................................................................................... 9

Licensing ................................................................................... 10

Installing a HASP (Single-User License) ............................ 10

Using a NetHASP (Network Licensing) ............................... 11

Installing Mastercam for SolidWorks ................................. 12

Entering the SIM Update Code ............................................ 16

Updating HASP Codes ........................................................... 17

3.

General Work Flow ................................................................... 21

4. Basic Part Drawing in SolidWorks ................................... 27

Drawing a Part ......................................................................... 28

Changing the Default Tool Plane ......................................... 37

The Mastercam Gnomon ....................................................... 38

5.

Miscellaneous Tasks ................................................................ 41 Configuration .......................................................................... 41

Tool Manager ........................................................................... 42

Material Manager.................................................................... 42

Machine Definition Manager ............................................... 43


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Control Definition Manager ................................................. 44

6.

Mastercam for SolidWorks FAQ ........................................ 45

General ...................................................................................... 45

Compatibility ........................................................................... 46

Licenses ..................................................................................... 47


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chapter 1

Introducing Mastercamfor SolidWorks

Mastercam® for SolidWorks® provides Mastercam X3 CAMfunctionality within SolidWorks. Inside SolidWorks, you can access 3Dhigh speed (HST) toolpath strategies and Mastercam’s new 2D FeatureBased Machining (FBM) automated mill and drill toolpath generation. Also, Mastercam for SolidWorks supports boundary creation, part setup(including tool and material managers), verification, post processing,and communications.

Videos and DocumentationMastercam for SolidWorks includes tutorial videos and Help. You canfind information about additional tutorials onwww.mastercamforsolidworks.com.

Watching the VideosThe videos provide a brief introduction to Mastercam for SolidWorks.Please watch these videos first . You can repeat any video section at yourown pace.


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From the SolidWorks menu bar, choose Help, and then choose Videos in the Mastercam Help section.

When the video starts, maximize the window and scroll down until youcan see the caption and video controls (see below).


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Using the Help

The Help is a subset of the full Mastercam Help and provides primarilycontext-sensitive information for the dialog boxes that display as you work with the product. Click a dialog box’s Help button to view theassociated help topic.


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Some Mastercam dialog boxes display in the SolidWorks style. Thosedialog boxes, too, have Help buttons that open the Mastercam for

SolidWorks Help.

The Help also includes high-level conceptual topics that describeMastercam for SolidWorks. To access these topics, choose Help fromthe SolidWorks menu bar, and then choose Contents in the MastercamHelp section.


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Interface TourMastercam for SolidWorks is integrated into the SolidWorks interface.The Mastercam menu provides access to all Mastercam for SolidWorksfunctionality in the SolidWorks menu bar.

The most used Mastercam for SolidWorks functions are also availablefrom the SolidWorks Command Manager above the Mastercam tab.


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The familiar Mastercam Toolpath Manager is an integral part ofMastercam for SolidWorks. All function buttons are supported and

operate as in Mastercam.

Appropriate Toolpath Manager right-click menu functionality is alsosupported.


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Considerations and LimitationsMastercam for SolidWorks operates differently than the full version ofMastercam. Please be aware of the following issues:

Mastercam and SolidWorks differ in the use of planes. Formore information, see Chapter 4, “Basic Part Drawing inSolidWorks” on page 27.

You must use SolidWorks selection methods. Mastercamselection methods have been removed.

Parts that are appropriate for HST machining strategies in

Mastercam can be programmed in Mastercam for SolidWorks.

You must not resize the screen during backplotting.

Rotary simulation is not yet functional.

Mastercam for SolidWorks will not install with 64-bitSolidWorks.


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chapter 2

Installation

To install and run Mastercam for SolidWorks, you must haveadministration privileges and the following:

SolidWorks 2008 or 2009 installed (32-bit version)

Mastercam for SolidWorks installation files

Valid Mastercam for SolidWorks license (HASP SIM orNetHASP)

Update code information (current users only)

Minimum requirements for Mastercam for SolidWorks:

Operating System: Windows XP® (preferred) or Windows Vista® (Business or Ultimate), including the latest servicepacks and recommended updates. NET 3.0 framework.

Software: SolidWorks 2008 or SolidWorks 2009. (Note thatMastercam will not install in a SolidWorks 64-bit version.)

Processor: 1.5 GHz 32-bit Intel®-compatible processor. 64-bitIntel®-compatible processors are supported.

Memory: 2 GB (minimum). Your use of the software couldrequire more RAM to ensure optimal performance.

Virtual memory: Double the amount of RAM.

Graphics Card: Certified OpenGL graphics card and driver. Goto www.solidworks.com/sw/support/videocardtesting.html for a complete list of certified graphics cards.

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Hard Disk Space: 2 GB available hard disk space (minimum).

Monitor: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution (minimum) at 96 dpi

(1280 x 1024 recommended). Mouse: 2-button Windows® compatible mouse (minimum).

Network Protocol: (NetHASP users only) TCP/IP protocol forNetHASP installation; VPN is unsupported.

Other: DVD drive. Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0.7 or higher.Internet Explorer 6.x or 7.x.

LicensingMastercam for SolidWorks supports both single-user and networklicensing. With single-user licensing, you need a small device called aHASP SIM. The standard HASP SIM is a USB device. If your computercannot accept a USB device, you can obtain a parallel HASP SIMthrough your Authorized Mastercam Reseller for an extra charge.

With network licensing, you need a device called a NetHASP (parallel or

USB) SIM. This device is also called a network SIM and must beinstalled on a network PC.

These devices protect against illegal use of Mastercam software.

Installing a HASP (Single-User License)To install the single-user license:

Turn off the computer, monitor, and all external peripheral

devices. Based on the type of HASP, locate an available parallel or USB

port on the computer. If you are unsure of the port’s location,consult your computer documentation.


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Plug the male end of the HASP into the port.

Caution: The HASP attaches to your port in only one orientation. Donot force it, because you might damage the port and the HASP. If theHASP does not slide easily into the port, check its orientation. Matchthe HASP to the port and try again. Also, check the HASP fordamaged pins. If the pins are damaged, and you cannot easilystraighten them, contact your Mastercam Reseller for a replacement.

If you are installing a HASP to a parallel port, tighten the two

screws on the HASP to firmly attach it to your computer.

If necessary, connect your printer cable to the HASP. Thentighten the screws on the printer cable connector to firmlyattach it to the HASP.

Note: You can connect a printer cable to the back of a parallel HASPand continue to use the port for printing.

Using a NetHASP (Network Licensing) With network licensing, a group of users who are connected to the samenetwork can run Mastercam for SolidWorks from any PC on thenetwork. Instead of requiring one HASP per computer to runMastercam, a single NetHASP is installed on any PC on the network.That computer is referred to as the NetHASP server; it is not necessarilya network server. An individual Mastercam user then checks out a

license from the available licenses on the network when startingMastercam for SolidWorks.


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3 Read the agreement, select I accept the terms of thelicense agreement, and then click Next.

4

Enter your user and company name, and then click Next.5 Select an installation path (or leave the default), and click

Next.

6 Select your SIM type and the default measurement units,and then click Next.

7 Click Install to finalize your choices and to begin theinstallation.

8 When installation completes, click Finish.

To verify the installation

1 Start SolidWorks.

2 In the Tools menu, select Add-Ins.


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3 Find Mastercam for SolidWorks in the Add-Ins dialogbox, and check the Active Add-ins box, if necessary.


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4 If you want Mastercam for SolidWorks to startautomatically with SolidWorks, select the check box in theStart Up column.

5 Click OK to finalize your choices.

6 In the SolidWorks menu bar, make sure that you have aMastercam menu.


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Entering the SIM Update Code

When you install or upgrade Mastercam for SolidWorks, and you arenot on Mastercam Maintenance, you must update your HASP andNetHASP SIMs with an update code. The SIM must be activated withthe update code before you can run the new or updated version ofMastercam for SolidWorks.

The update code is a file that is delivered to you by one of thesemethods:

Included with your Mastercam for SolidWorks software kit

Mailed on electronic media E-mailed as a file attachment

Printed documentation received via fax, e-mail, or mail

Note: You should remove any SIMs other than the Mastercam forSolidWorks SIM before entering the update code.

Before entering the update code, prepare for the update based on theformat of the update code you received and your personal preference:

E-mail attachment: Save the attachment as a file to anaccessible location. (Do not change the file extension.)

Mastercam for SolidWorks installation kit electronic media:Insert the media in the appropriate drive to access the file.

Printed documentation: Have a copy of the documentavailable.


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Updating HASP Codes

IMPORTANT : Before you begin this phase of the installation process, be sure you have read the previous sections “Installing

a HASP (Single-User License)” and “Installing Mastercam for

SolidWorks.”

To enter a HASP update code

1 Choose ONE of the following methods to run HaspX.exe.The method you choose is based on the format of the

update code you received and your personal preference:♦ In the Mastercam Help section of the SolidWorks

Help menu, choose About Mastercam forSolidWorks. In the About Mastercam dialog box,click Hasp.


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♦ From the Windows desktop, choose Start, AllPrograms, Mastercam X3 MU1 in SolidWorks,

Hasp X.

♦ Double-click the update code file (*.HCODE).

♦ Use Windows Explorer to navigate to the Mastercamfor SolidWorks installation location, and double-clickHaspX.exe.

The HaspX utility analyzes the SIM and displays theSIM serial number. Verify that the displayed serial

number matches the serial number provided with your Mastercam for SolidWorks documentation.


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TIP: Keep a record of the serial number in the event that you

need to contact Technical Support Services at CNC Software or

your Mastercam Reseller.

2 In the HaspX dialog box, use one of the following methodsto enter the update code:

♦ If you received your update code as a file, chooseUpdate code to open the code file. The HaspX utilityextracts the update code from the file.

♦ If you received your update code as printeddocumentation, enter the code in the text field nextto the Update code button. (Do not click the Updatecode button.)

3 Choose Update at the top of the HaspX dialog box. Theprogram updates the SIM and displays the products for which the SIM has been activated.

4

Choose OK to exit the HaspX utility.

Notes:

Start date/End date: Displays the start date and end date forthe SIM. For some evaluation copies of Mastercam for


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SolidWorks, the HASP SIM starts and expires on a specifieddate. You cannot use the software after the end date.

Maintenance Expiration date: This field shows the date yourMaintenance plan expires, based on your annual renewal date.

HASP Status: This area shows whether the utility found theHASP SIM on your computer.


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chapter 3

General Work Flow

The general work flow for programming Mastercam toolpaths inSolidWorks will be familiar to a Mastercam user, as the following stepsshow. (For more detailed instructions, please refer to Chapter 4, “BasicPart Drawing in SolidWorks.” Also, you can find information aboutadditional tutorials on www.mastercamforsolidworks.com.)

1 Open a SolidWorks part. (To create one, see Chapter 4,“Basic Part Drawing in SolidWorks” on page 27.)

2 Set a tool plane, as follows:

a. Choose View Manager from the Command Manager.

b. In the View Manager dialog box, select the plane you want to use (1 below), and click the set tool planebutton (2 below).

c. Click OK.


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3 Click the Mastercam Toolpath Manager button (circledin the image below) to display the Mastercam forSolidWorks Operations Manager.

4 Set the machine group properties as needed. Rememberthat a stock definition is required for FBM Milling.

For more information on machine group properties,please refer to “Machine groups” in the Mastercam forSolidWorks Help.)

5 If appropriate, choose Mastercam, Create Boundary tocreate machining boundaries (see following image).

For more information on creating boundaries, pleaserefer to “Containment Boundaries” in the Mastercam forSolidWorks Help.


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6 Use ONE of the following methods to choose a toolpath

type:♦ Choose HST Surface Toolpaths to program high

speed surface toolpaths.

HST toolpaths demonstrate the integration ofMastercam with SolidWorks selection methods. If you have pre-selected geometry, Mastercam appliesthe toolpaths to the selections. Otherwise,Mastercam applies the toolpaths to the entire part.(For more information, please see “HST Toolpaths”in the Mastercam for SolidWorks Help.)


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Note: HST in Mastercam for SolidWorks does not support checksurfaces.

♦ Choose FBM Drill to have Mastercam detect andprogram drilled holes automatically. (For moreinformation, please see “FBM Drill Toolpaths” in theMastercam for SolidWorks Help.)

♦ Choose FBM Mill to have Mastercam detect andprogram closed, open, nested, and through pocketsautomatically. (For more information, please see

“FBM Mill Toolpaths” in the Mastercam forSolidWorks Help.)

7 Set the appropriate toolpath parameters, and create thetoolpath as you would in Mastercam.


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8 Backplot the toolpath. (For more information, please see“Backplotting Toolpaths” in the Mastercam forSolidWorks Help.)

9 Verify the toolpath. (For more information, please see“Verifying Toolpaths” in the Mastercam for SolidWorksHelp.)

10 Edit the toolpath as necessary.


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11 Post the toolpath. (For more information, see “PostingToolpaths” in the Mastercam for SolidWorks Help.)

12 When ready for machining, choose Mastercam,Communications to send the posted NC code to themachine. (See “Mastercam Communications” in theMastercam for SolidWorks Help.)

13 Cut the part.


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chapter 4

Basic Part Drawing inSolidWorks

When Mastercam users draw parts in SolidWorks, they quickly discovera major difference in the two applications’ coordinate systems.Mastercam sets up its default planes like this:

The Z axis of the work coordinate system (WCS) is normal tothe Top plane.

The Top plane is the default tool plane.


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But SolidWorks sets up its default planes like this:

The world Z axis is normal to the Front plane.

The Front plane is the default tool plane.

In other words, Mastercam’s Top plane is equivalent to SolidWorks’sFront plane. This means that, for the best compatibility withMastercam, start your SolidWorks drawing on the Front plane.

Drawing a PartPerform the following procedure to draw a simple Mastercam forSolidWorks part. (You can find information about additional tutorialson www.mastercamforsolidworks.com.)


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To draw a basic Mastercam for SolidWorks part

1 Choose File, New.

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In the New SolidWorks Document dialog box, click thePart button and then OK.

Note: If the New SolidWorks Document dialog box shows Templatesand Tutorial tabs, click the Novice button to return to Novice mode.

3 In the panel on the left, click Front Plane, and then clickthe Sketch button in the popup window that displays.


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4 Click the Sketch tab in the Command Manager.

5 Click the small arrow next to the Rectangle tool, and selectCorner Rectangle from the menu that displays.


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6 Click the Front plane’s origin, and draw a rectangletowards the upper-right.

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Click the Smart Dimension button.


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8 Place your mouse over the left-hand line and click.

9 Drag the dimension to the left, and click again.

10 Type 80 into the Modify box, and press [Enter].


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11 Similarly to how you set the height, dimension the part’s width to 110.

12 Click the Features tab in the Command Manager.


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You can toggle the display of Mastercam’s gnomons in the GraphicsOptions dialog box, which you access from the Mastercam, GraphicsOptions

menu command. To remove the gnomon from the screen,deselect both Show Tool Plane Icon and Show Machine Z Icon:

Alternatively, you can drag the sliders to change the icons’ transparencyfrom opaque to fully transparent.


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chapter 5

Miscellaneous Tasks

Mastercam for SolidWorks includes the following functions for supporttasks. You can find detailed information about these features in theMastercam for SolidWorks Help.

ConfigurationTo access the System Configuration dialog box, choose Mastercam,Configuration from the SolidWorks menu bar. (For more information,

please refer to “System Configuration dialog box” in the Mastercam forSolidWorks Help.)


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Tool Manager As in the full version of Mastercam, the Tool Manager lets you view andmanage tool libraries, the tools in your part file, and tool definitions. You can create new tools, edit existing tools, and copy tools betweenlibraries and machine groups. (For more information, please refer to“Tool Manager” in the Mastercam for SolidWorks Help.)

Material ManagerMastercam for SolidWorks also includes the Material Manager, where you can select, edit, and create materials that Mastercam forSolidWorks can use to calculate more accurate feed rates and spindlespeeds. (For more information, please refer to “Material Manager” inthe Mastercam for SolidWorks Help.)


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Machine Definition ManagerUse the Machine Definition Manager to configure your machine’scapabilities and features.


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Standard machine definitions are installed with Mastercam forSolidWorks. However, modifications to the machine definition and

posts must be done using a licensed installation of Mastercam X3. Formore information, refer to “Machine Definition Manager” in theMastercam for SolidWorks Help.

Note: Although you can make changes to the part’s machinedefinition with Machine Definition Manager, you should not createnew definitions within Mastercam for SolidWorks.

Control Definition ManagerUse the Control Definition Manager to configure your machine controlto work with Mastercam and the machine’s post processor. See“Control Definition Manager” in the Mastercam for SolidWorks Help.


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chapter 6

Mastercam forSolidWorks FAQ

GeneralQuestion: How does Mastercam for SolidWorks work?

Answer: It is an add-in to SolidWorks just like COSMOS, PhotoWorks,and PDMWorks.

Question: Is Mastercam for SolidWorks equivalent to Mastercam Level3?

Answer: It features a subset of Level 3’s functionality, including 3DHST-style toolpaths, FBM Drill, FBM Mill, Verify, Backplot,Communications, and posting.

Question: Is there an add-in for Mastercam Multiaxis?

Answer: Not yet.

Question: Is there an add-in for Mastercam Lathe?

Answer: Not yet.


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LicensesQuestion: How will my Mastercam product work on a SolidNetWorklicense?

Answer: As long as the computer has an active license of SolidWorksrunning, Mastercam for SolidWorks will run.

Question: What happens when I open a SolidWorks file (with Mastercam toolpaths) in a seat of SolidWorks that does not have Mastercam?

Answer: The user will notice nothing different about the file.


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