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Mastercam X6 has been released!

Mastercam X6 is now available for download at the Mastercam X6 Download Page.

Please Read Before Installing Mastercam X6 

X6 has both a 32bit and a 64bit version so please read the notes below:

• The X6 32bit version can only be installed on a 32bit OS and the X6 64bit version can only be installed on a 64bit OS. 
• X6 64-bit version will NOT allow saving to a previous X version. 
• X6 32-bit can save files to previous version just as past versions allowed (geometry only). 
• Files created in previous Mastercam versions can be read into both X6 32 and X6 64 bit versions. The X6 64-bit version is installed into the C:\Program Files. X5 was installed into the C:\Program Files (x86) folder on 64bit OS systems because it was a 32bit application. 
• There is only one set of sample files and power libraries and they will work with both x64 and x86. 
• Art is only available for 32-bit operating systems. The 64-bit version is currently in development.

CAD/CAM Solutions, Inc. Mastercam X6 Installation instructions with Migration and Update Instructions

As with previous releases of Mastercam X, CAD/CAM Solutions is providing detailed installation instructions and information on the new Migration Utility and how to use it and how to update your files for use in Mastercam X6.  This document can be found here.

More exponential potential coming your way!

Mastercam X6 Roll Out 

Mastercam classes now available:

We are expanding our Mastercam classes to include a higher focus on toolpaths, as customers have expressed that they are often already supplied with 3D files and less CAD creation is necessary from Mastercam. You will learn solid concrete techniques by applying practical toolpaths to project files.

 “An Introduction to CAD/ CAM with Mastercam” will cover introductory machining concepts, the foundations of CAD drawings, and basic 2D Toolpaths. If you have little, none, or some CAD experience and would like to develop your skills to include the CAM machining side, this class is for you.

“Mastercam 2D Mill” will focus on Mill Level 1 toolpaths including Contour, Drilling, Pocketing, Thread Milling, Circle Mill, 2D Highspeed Toolpaths and Feature Based Mill/Drill.

“Mastercam 3D Mill” will now cover Mill Level 3 toolpaths.  Multisurface Roughing including Parallel, Radial, Project, Flowline, Contour, Restmill, Pocket and Plunge.  Multisurface Finish including Parallel, Parallel Steep, Radial, Project, Flowline, Contour, Shallow, Pencil, Leftover, Scallop and Blend.  This class also covers High Speed 3D Toolpaths.

“Mastercam Advanced Mill”  Further information on Mill Level 1 toolpaths and more in-depth Toolplanes for Vertical Machining Centers with Rotaries and Horizontal Machines are explored.

“Mastercam Design and Solids” This class takes you through 2D Geometry Creation, 3D Wireframe Creation, Surface Creation and Solid Creation tools.

We strive to provide flexible and relevant training to help all Mastercam users, whether beginner or skilled, to expand their capabilities to take advantage of this ever changing CAM world.

Other classes offered include Advanced Lathe, Wire, and 5- Axis. Please call or send an e-mail to inquire about any of these classes. CAD/ CAM Solutions, Inc. reserves the right to change class schedules. 

Training Class Schedule

2D Mill -  January 9 & 10

Lathe -  January 11  

3D Mill -  January 16 & 17

5-Axis -  January 23 & 24  

Design/Solids -  January 23 & 24

Registration: Please call 770-982-3400 for registration.

Agenda: Arrive at 8:00 am to meet the instructor over coffee and settle in. Class begins promptly at 8:30am . Each class consists of practical exercises and projects. Every 2-3 hours breaks are taken. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant. Classes finish up around 5:00pm . The Mastercam Solids class adjourns at Noon .

Cost: The cost is $250.00 per day, per student. Payment due on or before the first day of training class. Purchase orders may be faxed to 770-982-3366. 

Location:  Our offices are approximately 20 miles east of Atlanta off US Highway 78. Map and directions can be found here. 

Registration: Please call 770-982-3400 for registration.

Agenda: Arrive at 8:00 am to meet the instructor over coffee and settle in. Class begins promptly at 8:30am . Each class consists of practical exercises and projects. Every 2-3 hours breaks are taken. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant.  Classes finish up around 5:00pm .  

Location: Our offices are approximately 20 miles east of Atlanta off US Highway 78. Map and directions can be found here.   

Cost: The cost is $250.00 per day, per student. Payment is due on or before the first day of training class. Purchase orders may be faxed to 770-982-3366.  

Mastercam Service & Maintenance Releases

Want enhancements? Get our Service and Maintenance Downloads for all Mastercam products, Version X  to our current Version X6, available here: http://www.mastercam.com/Support/Downloads/. Some downloads require Maintenance.

CAD/CAM Solutions, Inc.  accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards. Use it to order your books, training or software. It's convenient, and quick.

If you would like more information on any of these topics, or would like to share feedback, send us an e-mail to cadcamso@mindspring.com or call 770-982-3400.

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