SOLIDWORKS

• SOLIDWORKS CAM products include 5-axis milling and turning solutions that offer 3+2 machining, as well as full support for configurations, parts, and assembly machining workflows. 
• High-Speed Machining optimizes toolpaths that lead to shorter cycle times while extending tool life and lowering machine wear. 
• Tolerance-Based Machining automatically determines the best machining strategy using tolerances and individual 3D model features. 

• Feature Recognition reduces time from design to manufacturing by extracting machinable features automatically. 
• The NC Editor makes verification of G-code simple and quick. Users can back plot the G-code for review and send the file directly to the CNC control using the DNC capabilities. 

The Standard version lets you quickly program individual milled parts without leaving the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD environment. You have full access to defining rules within SOLIDWORKS CAM to create and build to your company standards, as well as Tolerance-Based Machining (TBM).

The Professional version builds on the capabilities of SOLIDWORKS CAM Standard with increased programming capabilities. The additional features include High-Speed Machining (HSM), configurations, assembly machining, turning, and 3+2 programming to drive four- and five-axis machines.

SOLIDWORKS Machinist Standard provides all the functionality found in SOLIDWORKS CAM Standard plus a Part only modeling environment allowing you to work seamlessly with SOLIDWORKS Part files and import several neutral file formats. This connectivity makes it easy to work with customers and vendors to collaborate on the manufacturing process.

SOLIDWORKS Machinist Professional provides SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional capabilities with SOLIDWORKS Parts and Assemblies to allow the user the ability to import and design fixtures and other manufacturing components used in the machining process. Also allows for machining multiple components. By using Assembly mode in SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional, automatic components avoidance can be used to ensure your programs do not collide with custom fixtures or vises.