Introduction
How to use this Help System - this help system has been created to give you easy access to explanations of the user interface and each of the functions and their uses within the system. This includes instructions on the basic use of the functions as well as detailed examples, so that you can fully understand and apply the data provided. For those of you printing pages directly from the help system in Internet Explorer, right-click the page and select Print Preview. Once the print preview launches, print from there.
Tip: When using the search function, keep in mind you can search for multiple words at the same time. When you are searching for a specific phrase, be sure to put that phrase in quotes. As an example: Tool Pattern will do a search for the word Tool, and the word Pattern. "Tool Pattern" will only search for the phrase Tool Pattern.
Click the following links to get started:
Turning on and off the BobCAM for SolidWorks add-in - once installed, the BobCAM for SolidWorks add-in can be turned on or off inside of SolidWorks.
Registering the Software -register the software online or by using email to begin using the products that you have purchased.
Getting Started with BobCAM
Understanding selection methods - this section gives a general overview on selection methods for the BobCAM toolpath generation.
Using CAM - BobCAM is capable of producing toolpaths and NC code for hundreds of mill, lathe, waterjet, laser, and plasma machines.
Using BobART - the BobART add-on can turn raster images and wireframe geometry into beautiful pieces of art. This module allows you to load vector files, vectorize images, and create embossed models for machining unique custom creations.