
We hope this series has given you an insight on how to successfully install SOLIDWORKS 2021.
Enter the code into the serial window when installing or modifying SOLIDWORKS as shown below. Expand the SOLIDWORKS CAM and check which will display an area to add the SOLIDWORKS PRO serial number. The installation process for SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional is similar to SOLIDWORKS CAM, just contact your SOLIDWORKS VAR (Computer Aided Technology) to purchase the PRO version. 2 nd option is to import current DATABASE into the newly loaded version. If you have a current Database select “Browse” to link to DATABASE. From the tabs on the left select settings. Once the Technology Database loads please close SOLIDWORKS. Note: ProgramData folder could be hidden from the typical user, open the Windows Explorer select ViewHidden Folders. To setup your Machine Post and TECH DB go to C:ProgramDataSolidWorksSOLIDWORKS CAM 2021. The installation process is simple with CAM, just run the 2021 SOLIDWORKS installation process CAM will be automatically loaded without searching for check marks to add into the software download.Īfter the installation is complete, open SOLIDWORKS and right click on COMMAND MANAGER Tabs and add a check mark for SOLIDWORKS CAM and SOLIDWORKS CAM TBM. The NC tab in the Operation Parameters dialog box and the interface of the Technology Database have updated and rearranged labels to improve the readability of CNC finish parameters.SOLIDWORKS CAM installation can be broken down into 2 sections (CAM Standard, CAM Standard TBM) and (CAM Professional).
Revised CNC Finish Parameters for Clarity.You can select nonplanar surfaces in the direction of the Z axis for probe cycles. Support for Nonplanar Surfaces for Z Axis Probing.You can manage multiple technology databases in the Manage Database tab.
The Tool Select Filter dialog box lets you enter text to filter for mill and turn tools and assemblies.
Filter for Mill and Turn Tools and Assemblies with Text. In the Display tab of the Options dialog box, you can assign a color to display Toolpath hidden moves in the graphics area. Display Color for Hidden Toolpath Moves. Customize Color Settings for Toolpath End Pointsįrom the Display tab in the Options dialog box, you can apply color settings for toolpath end points.
Turn mode supports assemblies that contain a single Turn part model.