Where to learn Sheetcam

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Thank you for considering Sheetcam.
Consider these next actions to get up and running quickly…

  1. Review some youtube videos on Sheetcam basics and topics of interest.
    A great set of training videos were produced by Arclight Dynamics, for starters see…
    Sheetcam tutorial 1 Basics - YouTube
    Arclight CNC - SheetCam Tutorial - YouTube
    Path Rules tutorial- Youtube
    SheetCam Rotary plasma pipe cutting demo - YouTube
    be sure to view other videos that youtube may suggest on sheetcam from these providers and from the sheetcam channel.

  2. Download and try Sheetcam.
    The trial/demo version of SheetCam is the exact same executable as the licensed version, which you can download from here Download SheetCam – SheetCam LLC, It is fully functional with the exception that it will only produce 180 lines or so of gcode. There is no time limit on trial use in this fashion. We have found this to be very effective in allowing those interested (in purchasing a Sheetcam license) to make a meaningful and full assessment of our product. This includes searching and using the library of included post processors which drive the gcode production.

  3. Find your post processor in Sheetcam install lib.
    see menu Options->Machine->Post Processor.
    There may be post processors for your CNC controller brand or others that are compatible. You will need to examine the library or the gcode produced once choosing a post processor, or inquire to your CNCs mfg, as to which one is compatible with your model. If none are found to be completely compatible, it is usually the case that with little effort you can modify it to support your CNC. Sheetcam Customer Support (sales@sheetcam.com) can offer a quote for such modification services for a custom post processor. Sheetcam also provides the API documentation, at the same menu cited above, for you or your programming staff to make the post processor modifications or create a new one.

  4. See Sheetcam’s menu Help-Tutorials to get step by step How-To guidance on typical tasks needed to get started creating CNC toolpaths and related gcode from your CAD drawings.