Are you looking for a faster way to select snap points on your drawing? This quick tip video demonstrates how our latest V31 CNC software makes this easier when using live snap points. Start your Test Drive. Have questions? Call us at 877-838-1275. You’re one click away from subscribing […]
Published on January 31st, 2019by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
Published on January 30th, 2019by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
Are you looking for an easier way pull dimensions off of your solids? This quick tip video demonstrates how our latest V31 CNC software makes it easier to dimension solids using measure 1 and measure 2 in the ribbon bar. Start your Test Drive. Have questions? Call us at 877-838-1275. […]
Published on January 29th, 2019by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips, Tech Tuesday
Tech Tuesday is a weekly blog that addresses some of the most common questions and concerns that I hear throughout the previous week from users of BobCAD-CAM software. Both customers and future customers are more than welcome to leave a comment on what they would like to see covered for the following Tech Tuesday. Enjoy! […]
Published on January 25th, 2019by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
Are you looking for a faster way to find those files you’ve worked on last? This quick tip video demonstrates how our latest V31 CNC software makes it easier to find your recent files. Start your Test Drive. Have questions? Call us at 877-838-1275. You’re one click away from […]
Published on January 24th, 2019by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
Have you struggled with saving your screen environment after you’ve set it up the way you like it? This quick tip video demonstrates how our latest V31 CNC software makes this easier. Start your Test Drive. Have questions? Call us at 877-838-1275. You’re one click away from subscribing to […]
Published on January 24th, 2019by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
Are you looking for a simple and easy way to access your drawing features and options? This quick tip video demonstrates how our latest V31 CNC software makes this easier with our new ribbon bar. Start your Test Drive. Have questions? Call us at 877-838-1275. You’re one click away […]
Published on December 20th, 2018by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
Recently on one of our BobCAD Facebook groups, a member posted this question. “Dumb question of the day. What is the difference between ‘workpiece’ and ‘geometry’? Why is there a boundary before the first machine operation?” Now, as you all know, there are no dumb questions when it comes to learning more about your craft […]
Published on November 30th, 2018by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
When it comes to part programming with CAM software, drilling, profiles and pockets are some of the most common toolpaths you’ll use. These toolpaths are used even on 3D projects to rough and finish your part geometry. Let’s take a look at some of the features of BobCAD-CAM that help you with profiling. Where is […]
Published on November 2nd, 2018by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
As a job shop manufacturer, you’re always looking for ways to increase profits while cutting time. Improve your programming process by using these 5 time-saving features of BobCAD CAM. 1) Importing CAD Files Being able to work with a variety of CAD (computer aided design) files types is a huge time saver. This is why […]
Published on October 31st, 2018by Mike Downss in Articles, CAD-CAM Quick Tips
The following is applicable to Standard 45 Degree Chamfers. Enjoy. Often prints that are delivered using standard GD&T callout dimensions for Chamfers using a diameter value and not a specific size. With the drawing above, we have 4 holes that will be predrilled to a diameter of 0.201 for the ¼-20 tap. […]
