Get started with Autodesk HSMXpress, the 2.5 axis CAM plugin that brings integrated CAM to SOLIDWORKS. Discover how to set up a machine and fixtures, configure tools, generate toolpaths, and more.
- [Gabriel] Hi, I'm Gabriel Corbett and welcome to SOLIDWORKS: Integrated CAM with HSMxpress. In this course, we'll learn how to set up and machine CNC parts directly in the familiar SOLIDWORKS environment. We will start by setting up fixtures, work offsets, and coordinate systems, then we will learn about selecting and creating tools for the operations. We will learn about the tool libraries and copying tools from other jobs. Next we'll cover drilling, spot drilling, and tapping, and then jump into the 2D machining operations.
We will cover facing, adaptive clearing, 2D pockets, slots, thread milling, helical boring, and so much more. Finally, we'll cover methods for verifying your operations using the simulation tools, running time studies, generating g-code and post-processing options. Now let's get started with SOLIDWORKS: Integrated CAM with HSMxpress.
Author
Gabriel Corbett
Released
1/25/2018- Loading models and assemblies
- Stock setup
- Choosing the WCS and running multiple parts at once
- Building custom tools
- Running a drilling operation
- 2D milling operations
- Modifying your post processor
- Simulating the milling operations
Skill Level Intermediate
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome58s
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Using the exercise files1m 30s
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Downloading the software3m 17s
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1. HSMXpress Job Setup
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Touring the interface4m 19s
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Stock setup4m 58s
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Fixture setup6m 2s
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Work coordinate system5m 50s
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Machine setup3m 52s
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Post processing5m 13s
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2. Tools/Tool Library
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Selecting tools5m 2s
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Creating custom tools4m 40s
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Tool libraries3m 2s
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3. Drilling Operations
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4. 2D Milling Operations
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Face6m 2s
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2D pockets5m 33s
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2D Contour5m 51s
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Slot3m 57s
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Thread milling9m 2s
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Circular milling1m 58s
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Bore milling4m 34s
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Trace2m 26s
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5. Simulation and Post Processing
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Simulating the operations4m 22s
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Cut and paste operations2m 20s
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Time study4m 15s
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Generate toolpath3m 11s
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Post processor options3m 3s
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Utilities/setup sheets2m 2s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m 33s
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