HSMXpress

HSMXpress

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Status	Released
Manufacturer	Autodesk
MSRP	Free
License	Free
Website	hsmworks.com/hsmxpress

HSMXpress is a free CAM solution that is seamlessly integrated inside the design environment of SolidWorks software. HSMXpress was created to show designers, engineers, and even veteran CNC programmers that integrated CAM not only makes sense, but you shouldn't settle for anything less.

Available for free from Autodesk: http://www.hsmworks.com/hsmxpress/

Features

• 100% HSMWorks Technology – No Compromises Feature Set
• Same 64-bit, Multi-core HSM CAM Kernel as HSMWorks
• Industry leading toolpath quality for Basic Milling Machining including 2D Roughing and Pocketing, Drilling, Facing, Contouring, and more...
• Support for form tools including ability to automatically import SolidWorks Part Files as Form Tools
• Integrated 64-bit, Multi-core Simulation with toolpath/solid forward, reverse material removal
• Incredibly fast 64-bit JavaScript-based Post Processor System including many generic posts
• Industry leading CNC program editor with file compare, math ops, backplotter, and communications
• Unmatched SolidWorks Product, UI, & Workflow Integration Since Day 1
• Seamless integration with the SolidWorks Command Manager for access to all HSMXpress Tools and Commands
• Seamless integration with the SolidWorks Feature Manager with the HSM CAMManager Tab that organizes all Job Setups and Toolpath Operations
• Seamless integration with the SolidWorks Property Manager including Toolpath Configuration
• Seamlessly integrated Backplot and Simulation commands in the SolidWorks Feature Manager
• All CAM data stored in your Part (.SLDPRT) or Assembly (.SLDASM) files

Toolpath Strategies

2D machining can range from the very simple to the very complex. HSMXpress includes all the tools you need for precise control over all aspects of 2D machining, including lead in/out and transitions between passes.

• Drilling and Hole Making
• Face
• Pocket
• Adaptive Clearing
• Contour
• Slot
• Thread Milling
• Bore Milling
• Trace

Contouring

Use HSMXpress to easily machine 2D and 3D contours. Control lead-in and lead-out with or without tool compensation. Choose multiple roughing and finishing passes and multiple depth cuts for any contour. Machine open and closed contours without creating additional geometry and eliminate sharp motion with corner smoothing.

Pocketing

Pocket toolpaths machine closed areas with and without islands. Entry can be selected anywhere on the model and set for plunge, ramp, or at a pre-drilled position. The special high-speed option creates smooth toolpaths that allow for maximum tool engagement, significantly higher feedrates, and reduced machining time and reduced tool wear.

Drilling and Hole Making

HSMXpress includes powerful tools for generating drilling, counterboring and tapping operations. All operations are optimized to minimize tool travel and overall cycletime. Both standard and customized cycles are supported for all point-to-point operations, including spot-drilling, deep drilling with chip break, and boring cycles.