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    Hi guys -

    I'm reasonably new to the world of CNC - in terms of the design software. I do know a bit about the controllers and machines.

    I have a straightforward question, which may not have a straightforward answer though.

    I have a solidworks drawing which I need to convert to a g-code in order to have a part machined.

    the file was given to me, and I do not have any info about toolpath etc.

    The two files I have a .sldprt and .igs file extensions.

    Is there a specific piece of software that I should use to create the g-code or should I give the files to a machinist, and have them charge me $ for the conversion and machining??? I am led to believe different controllers require different files.

    thanks in advance

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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    G code is generally generated specifically for each machine. I would not run G code you supplied without rigorous review.

    You usually supply the model and they generate the code and run it.



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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    You will need a CAM software, There are plenty but generally they are rather expensive, The best solution would be to use a contractor that has licensed software and knows how to use it.



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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    Hi Joey,

    Are you a Solidworks user? If so, you can download for free a CAM Plugin for Solidworks known as HSMXpress. I use it daily to create my G Code from my Solidwork files.

    Regards

    Chrisjh



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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    Thanks Chrisjh - that's what I was looking for. Apologies for not correctly explaining to those who replied earlier.



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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    Quote Originally Posted by JoeyB View Post
    Thanks Chrisjh - that's what I was looking for. Apologies for not correctly explaining to those who replied earlier.
    Did you get on ok with it in the end?

    I work for the ANZ Autodesk CAM Master Reseller, selling & supporting HSMWorks, Inventor HSM & CAM for Fusion 360. Shapeoko 2 owner


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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    Quote Originally Posted by RonnyM82 View Post
    Did you get on ok with it in the end?
    Haha! No!


    but thanks for asking.



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    Default Re: converting a solidworks file to g-code

    Quote Originally Posted by JoeyB View Post
    Haha! No!


    but thanks for asking.
    Would you like some help now? Or are you all set with CAM now?

    I work for the ANZ Autodesk CAM Master Reseller, selling & supporting HSMWorks, Inventor HSM & CAM for Fusion 360. Shapeoko 2 owner


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