SolidCAM 5-Axis Machining

Learn how to get the most out of your 3 / 4-Axis machine

SolidCAM 5-Axis Machining Overview

SolidCAM 5-Axis machining is one of the most powerful modules of SolidCAM. It has the most advanced control over all aspects of tool path and collision checking.

The course includes:

  • 3D CAD Surfacing Tools
  • 5-Axis Strategies
  • Tool types and tables
  • Tool axis control and tilt strategies
  • Collision control and strategies
  • Roughing options
  • Definition of Machining limits
  • Machine simulation basics
  • 5-Axis Sub Operations
Course Duration

1 Day (7 hours/day)

Skill Level

Intermediate Level

Course Type

Hands-on Practical Training

SolidCAM 5-Axis Machining Course Requirements & Benefits

Understand the course requirements and the skills you will acquire after completing the SolidCAM training

Requirements

Basic Windows Knowledge

Mechanical Design Experience

Completed the SolidCAM 2.5D CNC Milling training

Features Targeted

Machine Simulation

Tool Path & Axis Control

Link, Gouge Check & Roughing

Acquired Skills

Multi-axis Drilling

Port Machining

Multi-blade Machining

SolidCAM 5-Axis Machining Lessons

The following lessons are included in the course

  1. Introduction
  2. Geometry and tool definitions
  3. Tool path parameters and axis control
  4. Link, Gouge Check, Roughing and more
  5. SWARF Machining
  6. Multi-axis drilling operation
  7. Contour 5-axis machining
  8. Converting HSM to Sim. 5-axis milling
  9. Port machining
  10. Multi-blade machining
  11. Machine simulation
  12. CNC machine definition

Training Methods

Choose the training method right for you

Training Promotion

Group/Public Training

Receive training as a group (limited amount per class) from certified instructors using vendor approved training content and methodologies.

Training is delivered either live online or in a traditional classroom environment.

Advantages
  • Cost effective training method.
  • More effective than video based training, with videos learners are often not as focused on the training and skip exercises.
  • Learn more through group questions and feedback.
3DEXPERIENCE Onsite Training

Private Training

This style of flexible training is perfect for teams or individuals who are faced with a specific challenge and require personalized courses with on-the-job coaching.

Training is available live online, in-person classroom or onsite at your location.

Advantages
  • Use our state-of-the-art mobile classroom at your facility.
  • Bring your team up to a consistent level of knowledge by having them take the same training at the same time.
  • Benefit from flexible scheduling options.

Upcoming Training Courses

Choose a scheduled SolidCAM 5-Axis Machining course

Sorry, there are no scheduled SolidCAM 5-Axis Machining courses at this time.
View our training schedule or contact us about adding a course date or try a private course.

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