HSMWorks
Integrated CAM for SOLIDWORKS.
Overview
HSMWorks is a computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) add-in for SOLIDWORKS that provides a fully integrated workflow from design to manufacturing. It offers a range of advanced toolpath strategies, including adaptive clearing, to reduce machining time and improve tool life. Being an Autodesk product, it shares technology with Fusion 360 and Inventor CAM, providing a consistent user experience.
✨ Key Features
- Full integration with SOLIDWORKS
- 2.5, 3, 4, and 5-axis milling
- Turning and Mill-Turn
- Adaptive clearing
- Toolpath simulation
- Customizable post-processors
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Seamless integration with SOLIDWORKS
- Powerful and efficient toolpath strategies (e.g., adaptive clearing)
- Backed by Autodesk's CAM expertise
Unique Value: Provides a powerful and seamlessly integrated CAM solution for SOLIDWORKS, enabling users to go from design to manufacturing quickly and efficiently within a single environment.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Efficient machining of parts designed in SOLIDWORKS
- Cycle time reduction using adaptive clearing
- Seamless design-to-manufacturing workflows
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users who do not use SOLIDWORKS
- Users looking for a standalone CAM solution
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a very similar user experience to other Autodesk CAM products like Fusion 360, which can be an advantage for users familiar with that ecosystem. Its adaptive clearing technology is a key differentiator for high-speed machining.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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