This means direct exchange of design models from SOLIDWORKS into ESPRIT, eliminating translation.
ESPRIT and SOLIDWORKS both utilize the Parasolid modeling kernel. ESPRIT includes advanced support for: 2-5 axis mills 2-22 axis lathes multifunction lathes and mill-turn machines 2-5 axis wire-EDM. I remember a little rift of something going on between smartcam and another company thought it was esprit way back when.ESPRIT is a comprehensive CAM solution specifically designed to meet the demands of production machining. and one of the only softwares you could change/manipulate individual tool paths with. Smartcam was fantastic for molds and faster than shit for print to programing to run time.
If I remember correctly smartcam and Espirt had some of the same type of programming features. You will be programming parts faster and you'll still have complete control over the toolpath.Gooseĭidnt Espirt come out with that interface shortly After Smartcam folded up? or where they using it the same time?. I've said this many times, Esprit strong point, in my mind, is automation. Esprit has 2 levels of 3D paths, Freeform and Mold. I have never come across a part I couldn't do with the 3D paths. More advanced? Guess it depends on your definition of advanced. You will be programming parts faster and you'll still have complete control over the toolpath.
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VBA is also standard in all of the Microsoft Office products, SolidWorks has it too.not that you couldn't use a 3rd software to do this integration, VBA is just easier. I think Esprit could be the only CAM software that has VBA. The buttons on a software package don't bother me much as long as the solids/verificaiton all are up to date.Īs someone else brought up about workflow and automation/integration, if this is something you are considering, Esprit wins again. Ya, the old Esprit interface is dated but TNG has that Microsoft Office layout that pretty much everyone is transitioning to now. not that it really mattersMore advanced? Guess it depends on your definition of advanced. when I look over to the people program the wire machines it looks like esprit is from 2006 with the blocky layout. I agree that it does have a nice work flow and a more modern looking interface. Goooose would you say esprit has some more advanced finishing strategies that could help me out? HSM works seems Great for doing production style work or work without much 3D surfacing. I know there can be a huge allure to specific software but when looking to buy try to keep an open mind there may be a different solution out there which could be a better fit for your type of work. Try to find any resources you can- forums, videos, whitepapers, etc. I don't recommend it but if you don't intend to do any formal training it could be a very long, rough road ahead for you. I don't know what mold/die specific capabilities it has so if you need some specialized modules such as mold/die design or electrode design I recommend you check on it.
let me know what you think! Thanks in advance!I haven't used Esprit but I have heard it's very good and their wedm is highly regarded. I know esprit is a very powerful software but I was just wondering if it would be difficult for me to switch over without any “formal” training on the software. What’s everyone’s take on Esprit Cam software for programming a 3 axis vmc? I’m currently using HSM works and it gets the Job done but I’m doing a lot of mold and die finishing work of complex geometries and shapes.