Capture company standards, speed up quote generation, and test manufacturability with its intuitive rules-based machining approach that lets you quickly program individual milled parts and configurations without leaving the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD environment.
Discover the power SOLIDWORKS CAM adds to your machining and manufacturing toolkit.
Powered by CAMWorks, the only CAM solution 100% compatible with SOLIDWORKS, SOLIDWORKS CAM lets you prepare your designs for manufacturability earlier in the development cycle.
By using rules-based machining, automatically apply standard strategies to your designs. Determine if they can easily be machined, see how long they will take to machine, and make design decisions faster and with more confidence.
SOLIDWORKS CAM, powered by CAMWorks, uses rule-based technology to integrate design and manufacturing into one application, connecting design and manufacturing teams through a common software tool and 3D models.
Utilizing a streamlined concurrent development process, your teams can perform tasks sooner, find problems earlier, and make design changes without breaking the bank.
SOLIDWORKS CAM products include 5-axis milling and turning solutions that offer 3+2 machining, as well as full support for configurations, parts, and assembly machining workflows.
High-Speed Machining optimizes toolpaths that lead to shorter cycle times while extending tool life and lowering machine wear.
Tolerance-Based Machining automatically determines the best machining strategy using tolerances and individual 3D model features.
Feature Recognition reduces time from design to manufacturing by extracting machinable features automatically.
The NC Editor makes verification of G-code simple and quick. Users can back plot the G-code for review and send the file directly to the CNC control using the DNC capabilities.
Which SOLIDWORKS CAM package is right for you?
SOLIDWORKS CAM
Standard
The Standard version lets you quickly program individual milled parts without leaving the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD environment. You have full access to defining rules within SOLIDWORKS CAM to create and build to your company standards, as well as Tolerance-Based Machining (TBM).
SOLIDWORKS CAM
Professional
The Professional version builds on the capabilities of SOLIDWORKS CAM Standard with increased programming capabilities. The additional features include High-Speed Machining (HSM), configurations, assembly machining, turning, and 3+2 programming to drive four- and five-axis machines.
SOLIDWORKS CAM
Machinist Standard
SOLIDWORKS Machinist Standard provides all the functionality found in SOLIDWORKS CAM Standard plus a Part only modeling environment allowing you to work seamlessly with SOLIDWORKS Part files and import several neutral file formats. This connectivity makes it easy to work with customers and vendors to collaborate on the manufacturing process.
SOLIDWORKS CAM
Machinist Professional
SOLIDWORKS Machinist Professional provides SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional capabilities with SOLIDWORKS Parts and Assemblies to allow the user the ability to import and design fixtures and other manufacturing components used in the machining process. Also allows for machining multiple components. By using Assembly mode in SOLIDWORKS CAM Professional, automatic components avoidance can be used to ensure your programs do not collide with custom fixtures or vises.
Need a detailed comparison?
Standard
Professional
Machinist Standard
Machinist Professional
Rules-Based Machining
Tolerance-based Machining (TBM)
Knowledge-Based Machining (KBM)
Associativity with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD
Automatic Feature Recognition (AFR)
Automate Machine Times
3 + 2 Programming
High-Speed Machining (HSM)
Turning Capabilities
Part Modeling/Import
Assembly Modeling/Import
Customer stories
The know-how of the SolidXperience optimization service has enabled LDV to achieve its productivity objectives, carry out large-scale projects and remain competitive against the competition.
Vincent Alie Design Director
Since implementing PDM, we have the foundation in place that we need to automate our processes, eliminate waste, and remove unnecessary costs.
Chip MontgomeryTeam Leader
Our success rate is so high because we’ve validated close correlation between the results we get from SOLIDWORKS Plastics Professional and actual production, using photoelastic and microscopic analysis tools to confirm the software’s simulation results.
Jeffrey NicollPresident
With SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D, we’ve reduced BOM generation time from hours to minutes, and the BOM information that we output is more accurate.
Shawn EckhardtControls Engineer
From incoming part lots to in-process assembly inspections, SOLIDWORKS Inspection software helps us catch more unacceptable parts and eliminate assembly issues.
Mark GerhartConfiguration Manage
With the automation that we’ve achieved integrating SOLIDWORKS with our ERP system, our designers only have to worry about working on the design and getting that job done properly... It’s much easier to visualize and model these designs in SOLIDWORKS, and we’ve been able to automate fabrication by employing MBD techniques.
Anderson ViecelliOwner and Engineering Manager
SOLIDWORKS Composer software gives us the capability to automate the creation of renderings and exploded views, which further enhances our understanding of the project.
Gary HagerSenior Project Manager/Engineer
What really sold me on SOLIDWORKS Visualize software was the ‘glass’ quality—how real it makes glass bottles look. We do a lot with glass and plastics, and we need a tool that provides the most photorealistic images possible. With the other packages, the glass quality was really not there, so we chose to standardize on SOLIDWORKS Visualize.
Jenny DeMarco StaabSenior Industrial Engineer
Ready to
unlock your potential?
Please fill the form and we will contact you soon!
Seamlessly transition from SOLIDWORKS Desktop to 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS, and experience a new dimension of design and collaboration. With secure cloud data management, increased collaboration capabilities, and reduced IT administration, 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS empowers your team to work smarter and faster.
Option 2: Upgrade to SOLIDWORKS TERM w/Cloud Services
Opt for SOLIDWORKS TERM with Cloud Services, a flexible and convenient option that combines the power of SOLIDWORKS with the benefits of cloud-based solutions. Say goodbye to traditional licensing hassles and welcome easy deployment and automatic updates for a seamless design experience.
Promotion Perks:
This promotion covers both Standalone and Network licenses (SNL), making it suitable for businesses of all sizes.
Take advantage of the promotion price and add as many new licenses (3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS or SOLIDWORKS TERM w/Cloud Services) as you need on the same Purchase Order, with no limit on extra seats.
Enjoy the promotion discount for 3 years, whether purchased annually or upfront.
Even after the promotion period, you’ll continue to benefit with a 25% discount on successive years.
Option 1: For licenses <1 year expired( Pay 2 Years Forward Upfront )
Get back on track with SOLIDWORKS CAD w/Cloud Services. By paying upfront for the next two years, you not only regain access to the powerful features of SOLIDWORKS but also enjoy cloud services to boost collaboration and efficiency.
Promotion Perks:
No need to worry about backdating and penalties. We’ll waive them for you!
Regain access to your design projects and continue where you left off, without any interruptions.
Option 2: For licenses >1 year expired ( Pay 3 Years Forward Upfront )
If your license has been expired for over a year, we understand the urgency to get back in the game. With this option, you can secure SOLIDWORKS CAD ALC w/Cloud Services.
Promotion Perks:
Our team is here to support your reintegration process, and we’ll waive backdating and penalties for a smooth transition.
Take advantage of the comprehensive SOLIDWORKS suite and unleash your creativity with the latest tools and features.