SolidWorks users can now program their parts directly within SolidWorks using Mastercam’s toolpaths and machining strategies. Mastercam for SolidWorks is an integrated CAM that runs in SolidWorks. When used in a single-core environment, multi-threading allows users to multi-task, prioritize running and pending tasks, and monitor the progress of toolpath calculation, which increases productivity, according to the company. Users have the option to turn this on or off. Mastercam Mill delivers multi-threading support, dividing tasks in a multi-core computer, and delivering faster processing. Dynamic machining offers retract options to keep the tool down in smaller parts, and rapid retract on larger parts. CNC Software has released Mastercam X4, which offers expanded machining flexibility and an increased emphasis on speed and automation with a suite of new toolpaths, multi-threading ability, and more.ĭynamic Machining is new machining technique that creates an active toolpath to deliver more consistent cutting conditions and allows use of the entire tool flute length.

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