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  1. ctopher

    MBD experiences

    We have been trying to learn MBD and Inspection software. SolidWorks MBD, Verisurf Inspection, Keyence scanner. So far my experience is creating MBD in SolidWorks, no issues. But, opening these files (either SolidWorks or STEP 242) the MBD data imports larger and jumbled. Support from any of...
  2. ctopher

    SolidWorks CAM addins

    I see some old posts about which CAM to use. I'm looking for any update. We use MasterCAM standalone (one seat). I'm looking into updating it to either MasterCAM for SolidWorks, or change to SolidWorks CAM. We are still on SW 2019, updating to 2022 in about a week or two. Any suggestions or...
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    Bamboo plywood

    I read that some companies make bamboo plywood. I'm in SoCal, been looking for a supplier, so far can't find one. Anyone have experience with using it? Pros/cons? I would like to find some and try it out. Chris, CSWP SolidWorks ctophers home
  4. ctopher

    Plywood layer, fiberglass?

    I recently purchased some prefinished 3/4" plywood to make cabinets. On some cuts I noticed what looks like strands of fiberglass sticking out? Is this something new manufacture's are doing? Attached is one example. Chris, CSWP SolidWorks ctophers home
  5. ctopher

    Not using GD&T?

    My last company, and current, have argued with me about using GD&T. Engineers, purchasing, and managers have argued that it makes the parts more $$. I tell them no it doesn't. Last company had parts machined in China, current in Thailand and in USA. China and Thailand have said not to use it...
  6. ctopher

    Layers macro

    Anyone have a macro that will delete unused layers on a drawing? I'm not into writing macros, but this one would be useful. ctopher, CSWP SolidWorks '19 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
  7. ctopher

    Color combo spec

    I have AMS-STD-595. But, I thought I saw a spec years ago that indicated which colors should with which, color combinations. I'm curious is there a spec for this? An example is we had someone anodize a part dark blue. They ink'd the part info in black. Difficult to read. We are changing it to...
  8. ctopher

    SolidWorks PCB ending support

    We recently purchased PCB. Before we were able to get it setup and installed, we were informed support will end one year from now. We are going to look into getting $$ back. I guess Altium is ending support until I think 2023 release. Maybe a new add-in coming out? Has anyone used other current...
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    Machining before plating

    I started this job early this year. They have most parts machined with a note on the drawing "All dimensions are after plating". Majority of plating is nom .0005. If I were machining the parts, I use CAM and deduct this amount. I'm curious how would others do it? I'm trying to reduce cost and...
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    Thread profiles

    SolidWorks doesn't have a full list of thread profiles. Does anyone know of a site that shares a download of a full list of thread profiles? ctopher, CSWP SolidWorks '17 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
  11. ctopher

    Year of specs on dwg notes

    Anyone know where I can find if the year is to be called out of specs on dwgs. ie: ASME-Y14.5M-2009 It is being now questioned here at work. I need to show proof where it indicated if it needs to be called out. Thanks. ctopher, CSWP SolidWorks '17 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
  12. ctopher

    CAM & PDM

    I'm curious how others here manage CAM data with models in PDM. Do you give the machinist access to PDM models to check out and save CAM data back to PDM? How do you manage rev's? I can set this process, but I'm curious how others do it. Thanks. ctopher, CSWP SolidWorks '17 ctophers home...
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    GD&T helpful link

    I came across this site by accident. I thought I would share; it's one of the best descriptions of GD&T I have seen. GD&T Link ctopher, CSWP SolidWorks '17 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
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    Feature tree sketch icons

    Someone asked me what is the difference between these two sketch icons. I don't know. I never really looked t them. Anyone have an idea? I searched Help and online, can't find it. Thanks. Chris, CSWP SolidWorks '16 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
  15. ctopher

    Material Database 2016

    Database has been updated. As I collect materials, I will update the database periodically. Thanks to all for contributing. Over the past 3 years we developed aircraft components and systems. They were weighed and accurately matched the SolidWorks models. SolidWorks Legion, Ctopher's Material...
  16. ctopher

    Property Tab Builder, images

    I have been using Property Tab Builder for a few years. Is there a way to have the option to select a button in the Property and have an image turn on or off in the drawing? We have CE and other logos that we need to add to some drawings, and not others. I want the option to turn them on/off. I...
  17. ctopher

    Mass props

    Is there a way to get mass props of an assy, minus one part? I need to display all parts in a customer drawing, but indicate assy CG and weight minus one of the parts. Thanks. Chris, CSWP SolidWorks '16 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
  18. ctopher

    SW16 feature tree part rename

    I find the new feature to rename a file within the feature tree of an assy pretty handy. It's quicker than using SW Explorer, IMO. Chris, CSWA SolidWorks '15 ctophers home SolidWorks Legion
  19. ctopher

    PDMWorks check out

    We are not on EPDM, yet. I want to block certain users from checking out drawings. I want them to only have the parts/assy's. This way we can control who has rights to update drawings. Anyone here have an idea how to do this? My VAR doesn't know. Chris, CSWA SolidWorks '15 ctophers home...
  20. ctopher

    Show thumbnails fix

    I lost my thumbnail views recently and couldn't find a good fix. My VAR couldn't figure it out. Going through various fixes online, I pieced them together until it worked. Attached is how I did it. I know others had the same problem, thought I would share here. Chris, CSWA SolidWorks '15...

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