Mecosft have released VisualCAM for Geomagic - this is the update to what was previously AlibreCAM.
http://visualcamforgeomagic.com/
http://visualcamforgeomagic.com/
VisualCAM for Geomagic
- Thread starter DavidJ
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Multi-threaded as well besides the HSM (2D) already mentioned. Found in "Set Machining Preferences". Check "always generate toolpaths in multiple threads". Verified a 3D Advanced path using 4 (of my 8 ). With this simple part it generated quickly. Ease of use is the same and entirely familiar. No big changes seen as far as that goes. Of course it has only been about 30 minutes of play time and given how familiar it looks I am probably missing some things. They will be having a see what's new webinar
Multi-threaded as well besides the HSM (2D) already mentioned. Found in "Set Machining Preferences". Check "always generate toolpaths in multiple threads". Verified a 3D Advanced path using 4 (of my 8 ). With this simple part it generated quickly. Ease of use is the same and entirely familiar. No big changes seen as far as that goes. Of course it has only been about 30 minutes of play time and given how familiar it looks I am probably missing some things. They will be having a see what's new webinar
From the little bit I used the new version I am very pleased. HSM, multi-threading, keep tool down while pocketing etc.. are all nice enhancements.
One problem, ever since I installed VisualCAM 2014, Geomagic Design crashes when I save any file (AD_PRT, AD_SMP, AD_ASM, and AD_DRW) but the file is saved OK. However, if I have any of the CAM browsers open at the time of saving (Freemill, Mill ,Turn), or if I disable CAM form the add-ons the crash does not occur. :? Curious if anyone else has the same problem? I am sending an e-mail to Mecsoft regarding this issue, see what they have to say.
Windows 7 64 bit
Geomagic Design 2014 version. 15.0.2.15088 - 64 bit
VisualCAM 2014 for Geomagic Design version: 4.0.0.16 - 64 bit
One problem, ever since I installed VisualCAM 2014, Geomagic Design crashes when I save any file (AD_PRT, AD_SMP, AD_ASM, and AD_DRW) but the file is saved OK. However, if I have any of the CAM browsers open at the time of saving (Freemill, Mill ,Turn), or if I disable CAM form the add-ons the crash does not occur. :? Curious if anyone else has the same problem? I am sending an e-mail to Mecsoft regarding this issue, see what they have to say.
Windows 7 64 bit
Geomagic Design 2014 version. 15.0.2.15088 - 64 bit
VisualCAM 2014 for Geomagic Design version: 4.0.0.16 - 64 bit
Had one crash. Did not see there was an update already, thanks
Just noticed the multithread option runs the MO's simultaneously (roughing and re-roughing) but it then asks for simulation of roughing. Much faster than before. With the previous version I thought I needed a better laptop. Not true. Now it is truly faster. Kind of nice. I don't need to scoot over to the other desk and do something else while I wait
I am getting the impression the 3D Advanced Roughing seems tweaked (improved) when I look at the path it generates.
Just noticed the multithread option runs the MO's simultaneously (roughing and re-roughing) but it then asks for simulation of roughing. Much faster than before. With the previous version I thought I needed a better laptop. Not true. Now it is truly faster. Kind of nice. I don't need to scoot over to the other desk and do something else while I wait
I am getting the impression the 3D Advanced Roughing seems tweaked (improved) when I look at the path it generates.
maxine
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I am having the problem with multiple crashes since I downloaded Visual Mill 2014 for Geomagic too. Mostly when I try to save but sometimes when trying to simulate a toolpath as well. When I try to find the updated download that you all mention I just get an error message from the MecSoft site:
Method Not Implemented
GET to /Downloads.shtml not supported.
Additionally, a 404 Not Found error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.
Has anyone been able to download the newer version in the last couple of days?
Method Not Implemented
GET to /Downloads.shtml not supported.
Additionally, a 404 Not Found error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.
Has anyone been able to download the newer version in the last couple of days?
I just checked, it works for me. This is the downloads page you are using, correct? http://visualcamforgeomagic.com/Downloads.shtml
The new product will run in 'FreeMill' mode without a dongle - I believe that is broadly equivalent to the 'basic' that was bundled with Expert. You can also run it in 'Demo' mode (to evaluate any of the higher levels, but with Post Processing/G-code creation disabled).
Note in Demo mode it isn't possible to save CAM data to the file.
Note in Demo mode it isn't possible to save CAM data to the file.
maxine
Member
fabcadmz said:
Yep that's the link I was using. I still get the error tonight. I even tried cutting and pasting from your post and still get the same error. Also when I click on "check for updates" inside the CAM (Pro version) it says upgrade available, click here. But when I click that link I get the same error message. darn.