Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Vector Cam

Question on Vector Cad
I am familiar with AutoCad 2000. Knowing AutoCad
may not be an asset to learning Vector, but are there
any similarities between the software. In the future
I would like to learn a CAD/CAM package. Unfortunately
AutoCad does not offer one. Is Vector anything like MasterCam?
I do have access to Version 7 of MasterCam. I would like to
put my time to best use and learn the best software for home
use on a Taig mill.
Thanks
John Walters

----- Original Message -----
From: "Russ Waters" <mycncworld@...>
To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2002 6:50 PM
Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] In Praise of Vector CAD/CAM


>
> Yes, I agree....... I been using Vector for a few years now, and the more
I use it, the more I like it!
> Russ
> Dan Statman <dan.statman@...> wrote:I would like to share a
CAD/CAM experience with the list that may benefit
> somebody deciding on a software package to purchase.
>
> A customer of mine recently requested a titanium wedding ring with an
Elvish
> inscription using the Tngwar font from The Lord of the Rings.
>
> After installing the proper font, Vector was able to create a toolpath
from
> this True-Type font (after I figured out the appropriate key strokes).
Each
> letter was then spiral pocketed with a 0.015" diameter tool. The resultant
> G-Code file of over 9600 individual moves, was created effortlessly. The
> G-code was then post processed in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to
calculate
> appropriate feedrates for EACH move since it is combined rotary and linear
> G01 commands.
>
> First try, perfect.
>
> Pictures can be seen at:
>
> http://members.rennlist.com/statmandesigns/ashring-1.jpg
>
> Thank you Vector (and Fred Smith for his AMAZING support).
>
> Daniel J. Statman, Statman Designs
> www.statmandesigns.com
> dan.statman@...
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