I have tried to download parts to work on from the site but it no longer gives me the option. Can you guys fix that so that I can download the models? I am teaching a cmm class and would like to use your models to teach the class.
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Witch model are you referring to? I have no issue downloading them.
The more complex models. Particularly the 78 Model.
Yes. Those didn’t work for me.
The one I wanted was 78M. I have the print for the part but was unable to download the model. I was able to view the model.
I have attached a file with the snippet of the model in question. As you can see in the snip, there isn’t a tab that you can click on to download the model.
I saw a post saying on some they do not let you download because you should be able to make it.
I had posted that I do not let my students download the models. Part of the lesson is for them to create the solid model. I do not know if this is the reason the models are no longer downloadable on the academy website.
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That could be the reason.
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Well, how would I get these models so that I can train the guys? All I want is the model and the prints so that I can teach them how to program off-line using PC-DMIS. It would be a big help if I can get them. They are difficult enough to teach them about the different alignments, tip selection and the use of the other parameters to reduce collisions. Thank you in advance.
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Try asking @Billy-Boyce
Thank you! I will reach out tomorrow.
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A word of caution, if I was quoting on a job, I would be specific in my quote if I was working from the model or the print. I have experienced in past work where the model does not match the print. It was always nice to get the model, but I learned the hard way to check the model to see if it matched the print. Especially since the quote was based on the print they provided. Just sayin’
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This is an interesting question - even though I have 30+ years CNC experience - I am not a good design guy - especially in solid modeling. Most shops were worked in had to use other peoples drawings ( so we used wire frame to design in Cam) or we imported a design. So to learn just Cam should be for everyone one.
Should you learn to design ? for sure - we need to build fixtures - make our own “government job” parts etc.
I think to teach a basic cam only could be a good step - so to have a downloadable model I think is good -
So you can have your CNC guys design if not available for your own library -especially if you want to measure parts they made and designed - that should be downloadable