Resources – CAD/CAM

What is CAD/CAM

 

CAD/CAM is a technology that integrates Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) to digitally design and produce physical parts.

CAD software is used to create 2D or 3D digital models of a product, while CAM software uses those models to generate instructions for machinery like CNC machines to manufacture the part.

Getting Started - CAD

To get started with CAD, begin by selecting the software, such as ‘Onshape’, which is web based, and offer a FREE entry level account. The bonus is  you don’t have to download and install any software to start learning, just use your favorite browser.

https://www.onshape.com/en/

Practice with simple exercises, like drawing basic shapes, and then gradually move to more complex projects, like creating 2D layouts or 3D models. Consistency and structured learning resources are key to developing your skills

Video Guides

OnShape – Beginner Tutorials

  1. Creating Sketches and Shapes – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMWnsHpDlQE 
  2. Adding Features to Objects – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKI2H1mVyGY
  3. Other Important Tidbits – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJnG2WM8Jdg
  4. Views and Orientations – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJMW7pwsqaU 
  5. Documents – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XR1c_3f6TIA

OnShape – Export as DXF

  1. How to Export as DXF – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tlAf-4ZJsM
  2. Exporting parts as DXF for Laser Cutting – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7MCHuBN__g

 

User Guides - Text

To export from Onshape to DXF, right-click a face or sketch in the Part Studio and select “Export as DXF/DWG,” or right-click a drawing tab and select “Export”.

You can also export a flat pattern from a sheet metal part by entering the flat pattern view and exporting from there

From a Part Studio (face or sketch)

  • Open the Part Studio and click on the planar face or sketch you want to export.
  • Right-click the selected face or sketch.
  • In the context menu, choose “Export as DXF/DWG”.
  • Specify a file name.
  • Ensure the format is set to DXF and click “Export”.

For more information , see video 1 above.

 

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