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1. Core Philosophy & Key Changes in E15
Before diving into clicks, understand Cimatron E15’s positioning:
- Unified Environment: E15 fully merges CAD and CAM into one interface (no separate “NC” mode).
- Toolbar Ribbon: Similar to modern Office/AutoCAD. Right-click the ribbon to customize.
- Assembly-Centric: Part modeling, mold design, and electrode design are now assembly-based.
- Main Modules:
- Cimatron CAD: Solid/surface modeling, assembly, drafting.
- Mold Design: Full mold base, sliders, lifters, cooling.
- Electrode Design: Automatic electrode creation.
- NC (CAM): 2.5 to 5-axis milling, mill-turn, and new “Machine Control”.
5. Electrode Design (Burner creation)
- Electrode tab → New Electrode → Select burn region.
- Electrode Wizard:
- Define extension (shank).
- Choose holder (Erowa, Hirschmann, etc.).
- Set spark gap (offset).
- Electrode Drawing → Auto-dimensions with burn coordinates.
E15 improvement: Multiple electrodes from one region (rough, semi, finish) generated in one click. cimatron e15
The Legacy of Cimatron
Before diving into E15 specifically, it is crucial to understand the legacy. Cimatron has always been unique because it is not a generalist CAD/CAM package. It is purpose-built for the complexities of mold, die, and tooling design. Unlike high-end CAD systems that require extensive workarounds for draft angles and parting lines, Cimatron speaks the language of mold makers. Unified Environment: E15 fully merges CAD and CAM
Cimatron E15 builds on the "E" series architecture, moving away from legacy code to a modern, robust kernel. Version 15 focuses on three pillars: Automation, Surface Quality, and Electrode Manufacturing. Cimatron CAD: Solid/surface modeling, assembly, drafting
4.4. BOM & Drawings
- Mold → Bill of Materials → Export to Excel.
- Drafting → Create base view → Auto-balloon.
4.2. Parting Surface Creation
- Parting → Parting Line → Parting Surface (automatic planar/freeform).
- For complex: Surface Wizard → Stitch gaps manually.