DeskProto

DeskProto

Delft Spline Systems
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About

DeskProto is a 3D CAM program for 3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines. It can import 2D vector files (DXF, SVG, EPS, AI), 3D geometry files (STL, DXF) and bitmap files (any digital image), calculate CNC toolpaths for that design, simulate the result, and finally export a toolpath file for the machine that you selected - a long list of supported machines is present. DeskProto is available in our different editions: Free, Entry, Expert and Multi-Axis. The last three need a paid license, hobbyist users can buy a low-cost hobby license .

About

The volume of chip removed increases with each tool or insert. It is possible to work with the full depth of cut using the full height of the tool edge even with small diameter tools. The unique optimized tool paths generated by the software greatly increase cutting speed and therefore productivity. Get the full potential of your CNC machines. - Many of our clients have even canceled orders for the acquisition of new machinery. Many of our customers tell us that they have reduced the volume of tool orders. SolidCAm is the leading integrated CAM software - seamlessly integrated with SOLIDWORKS and Autodesk Inventor . SolidCAM is the only CAM with the exclusive and patented iMachining module . SolidCAM and iMachining provide you with incredible savings and increased efficiency in your CNC machining processes, which translate into benefits and successes for all SolidCAM customers.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Designers, moldmakers, artists, woodworkers, educators, hobbyists

Audience

Companies and enterprises searching for a CAM solution

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Free
Next to the Free edition three paid editions are available, prices range from EUR 145 to EUR 995.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

Contact SolidCAM for pricing details.
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.5 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.5 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • all the features are there, some what easy to learn, much shorter learning curve than others, Wizards make it easy to set up a project. Low cost and no subscription needed.
  • Simple to use - the wizards really take the guesswork out of things for beginners. Scaleable - you can be as much in control of the process as you wish for, so it grows well with you as you grow in confidence

Cons

  • UI is a bit dated. Really no cons once you get used to the layout
  • I am unhappy that they have only just released the V-Carve solution. I have not yet upgraded to the Version 8 that incorporates this, as I have got used to making do with FEngrave. This would have been a nice to have before trying to go the hard route. I understand that tool paths can be broken, it would be nice (but potentially impossible to predict) to know this before embarking on a visualisation that just sits doing nothing for hours. Note I am still on V7, so this may be addressed in V8

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Use One CAM for all machines Use One CAM integrated on best CAD (SOLIDWORKS, Solidedge, Inventor) Very good support. Post processor development Open source with excelent support team. Patented technology imachining

Cons

  • Use only 3 CADs, SolidCAM need integrated all CADs, use on industry but not on schools.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Not Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Delft Spline Systems
Founded: 1984
Netherlands
www.deskproto.com

Company Information

SolidCAM
Germany
www.solidcam.com

Alternatives

Inventor CAM

Inventor CAM

Autodesk

Alternatives

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ONGAA CAM

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ALPHACAM

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FreeMILL

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ENCY

ENCY

ENCY Software
PowerMill

PowerMill

Autodesk
Inventor CAM

Inventor CAM

Autodesk

Categories

Categories

CNC Supported
Manufacturing Supported
Product Design Supported

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Features

Automatic Feature Recognition Not Supported
CAD Not Supported
CNC Machining Supported
Custom Commands Not Supported
Raw Material Management Not Supported
Toolpath Simulation Supported

Manufacturing Features

Accounting Integration Not Supported
ERP Not Supported
Maintenance Management Supported
MES Supported
MRP Not Supported
Purchase Order Management Not Supported
Quality Management Not Supported
Quotes/Estimates Not Supported
Reporting/Analytics Not Supported
Safety Management Supported
Shipping Management Not Supported

Integrations

MacroFusion Supported
Bechtle PLM Not Supported
Predator CNC Editor Not Supported

Integrations

MacroFusion Supported
Bechtle PLM Supported
Predator CNC Editor Supported
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