Add a Custom Command for Header Lines for Post Processing in NX 9 CAM Follow these simple steps to create a Custom Command in NX CAM to add to a post processor for header lines to be output from a post processor: Start Postbuilder. Select the custom command tab. Select the Create option. Right mouse […]
Working with Spreadsheet Data in NX 9 How can we use a spreadsheet to drive the design of an NX part? NX part files can contain, reference, and link to spreadsheet data. This is often used to define iterations or multiple configurations of a design such as Pattern features, Part Families, etc. Methods such as […]
Using Existing NX CAM Files as Templates Templates in NX CAM are utilized to save programming time and the possibility of errors. When utilizing templates, the programmed tool, speeds, feeds, non-cutting moves, cutting parameters, and cut patterns should be consistent. Templates can also be utilized to consistently process your machined parts in very similar sequences. […]
How to Acquire an NX 9 License File from Siemens PLM Installing NX is only half of the two main tasks required before NX can run. The second task is to install the license server, which requires a valid NX license file. The following post provides a detailed explanation of acquiring a license file directly […]
Creating a Reuse Library in NX 8.5 NX Reuse Libraries aid in assembly with jigs and fixtures by simply dragging the files into the manufacturing setup files. Sample Reuse Library files can be downloaded from Siemens PLM here; however, a webkey is necessary. Follow these steps to setup a reuse library and create a reuse […]
Importing Sheet Metal Solid in Solid Edge ST6 Solid Edge offers very powerful sheet metal tools. For this blog post, I imported a STEP file that I need to transform to sheet metal and generate a flat view. Upon opening the file, I noticed it was drawn as a solid part and was designed without […]
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