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
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Designers, moldmakers, artists, woodworkers, educators, hobbyists

Audience

Companies and enterprises searching for a CAM solution

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

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
Free Trial

Pricing

Contact SolidCAM for pricing details.
Free Version
Free Trial

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
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

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

Company Information

SolidCAM
Germany
www.solidcam.com

Alternatives

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Inventor CAM

Autodesk

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ENCY

ENCY

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PowerMill

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Inventor CAM

Inventor CAM

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Categories

Categories

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Features

Automatic Feature Recognition
CAD
CNC Machining
Custom Commands
Raw Material Management
Toolpath Simulation

Manufacturing Features

Accounting Integration
ERP
Maintenance Management
MES
MRP
Purchase Order Management
Quality Management
Quotes/Estimates
Reporting/Analytics
Safety Management
Shipping Management

Integrations

MacroFusion
Bechtle PLM
Predator CNC Editor

Integrations

MacroFusion
Bechtle PLM
Predator CNC Editor
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