OK, I'm pretty new to CAM software - although I've been using SolidWorks for a couple of years and I'm very comfortable with it.
I bought V22 Pro.
First observation: it crashes all the time. Not a good sign.
Second observation: The UI is very awkward, at least compared to SolidWorks and Alibre.
Third: I don't trust the toolpaths it's generating. On Z-axis rough I asked it to ignore the holes, but it still plunges into them. On Z-axis finish the toolpath appears to overshoot the depth. I've re-done the settings several different ways and it still does the same thing. One time when I generated toolpaths it has paths cutting through the sides of the part, when I re-generated without any changes they went away. That's not right.
Fourth: I've atttempted to contact support through the website. Four times in as many days. No response. I'll try the phone, but I'm not optimistic.
Fifth: The FAQ on their website suggests updating the version of BC with a newer build. I did, and now preview doesn't work at all. Just a blank window that says "loading".
I'm not impressed, a CAM package that crashes all the time and generates incorrect toolpaths at random times isn't worth anything IMO.
I hope I'm wrong and that this turns around, but if not I'll be asking them for a refund real soon now.  |