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SolidWorks CAM is an advanced, rules-based manufacturing solution and an add-on to all SOLIDWORKS CAD versions, seamlessly connecting design and production teams. While limited post-processing options may constrain some custom workflows, it excels at automating CNC programming. Its powerful features help accelerate production and reduce time-to-market.
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SolidWorks CAM Specifications
Production Planning and Scheduling
Bill Of Materials / Bill Of Materials Management
Shop Floor Control / Real-time Production Monitoring
Integration With ERP Systems
What Is SolidWorks CAM?
SolidWorks CAM, powered by CAMWorks, is an integrated Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) application that operates directly within the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD environment. This rules-based technology allows for concurrent engineering, enabling designers to prepare models for manufacturing earlier in the development process. By using automatic feature recognition and knowledge-based machining, it helps standardize processes, calculate machine times, and seamlessly update CNC toolpaths whenever the CAD design is modified. This integration bridges the gap between design and production.
SolidWorks CAM Pricing
SolidWorks CAM is offered in four distinct packages, each building upon the last with increased programming capabilities. These packages are:
- SolidWorks CAM Standard
- SolidWorks CAM Professional
- SolidWorks CAM Machinist Standard
- SolidWorks CAM Machinist Professional
Disclaimer: The pricing is subject to change.
SolidWorks CAM Integrations
Who Is SolidWorks CAM For?
SolidWorks CAM is ideal for a wide range of industries, including:
- Precision machining shops
- Design and engineering teams
- Manufacturing and production houses
Is SolidWorks CAM Right For You?
If your organization uses SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD and wants to speed up the transition from design to manufacturing, SolidWorks CAM is an excellent fit. Its rules-based, integrated approach ensures accurate CNC toolpaths and streamlines workflows between design and production.
Still doubtful if SolidWorks CAM software is the right fit for you? Connect with our customer support staff at (661) 384-7070 for further guidance.
SolidWorks CAM Features
This feature bridges the gap between design and manufacturing by enabling teams to collaborate directly within the CAD environment. It ensures that machining strategies and production planning are aligned with the design, reducing errors, improving accuracy, and accelerating the overall development cycle.
This feature combines design and manufacturing workflows within a single application, allowing users to prepare, simulate, and plan production directly from the CAD model. It reduces the need for separate tools, minimizes errors, and accelerates the transition from design to finished components.
Configurations enable users to manage multiple parts or assembly variations within a single CAD model. This simplifies design adjustments, reduces repetitive programming, and ensures consistent machining strategies across different versions.
This feature allows machining of multiple parts within an assembly, accounting for fixtures, joints, and interferences. It helps simulate real-world manufacturing conditions and ensures that all components are accurately machined together.
Automatic toolpath clipping removes unnecessary tool movements, optimizing cutting paths for efficiency and safety. It reduces machine idle time and ensures precise machining with minimal operator intervention.
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