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Need a Free SOLIDWORKS Trial?

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Want to take SOLIDWORKS for a test drive?

Click the link below and learn how to start your free trial

[mod note: Fisher Unitech is a SolidWorks reseller, so this is basically spam.]

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www.fisherunitech.com/blog/get-solidworks-free-trial
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i use Solidworks at work, but I have my own subscription of Fusion 360. I can't see see spending $4,000.00 for solidworks, when I get way more out of Fusion 360 for only $310.00 a year.
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If you're a veteran, you can get SolidWorks incredibly cheaply (if memory serves, under $100). However, spammy resellers probably don't want you to know that kind of thing. :)

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The CAM that's built into Fusion 360 works pretty well.
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I abhor the idea of renting software. :)

For a great stand-alone CAM program, you should take a peek at EstlCAM. I discovered it during my research into building an MPCNC machine (which is /finally/ built).

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In my library of CAM, I have SheetCAM, MeshCAM, and V-Carve. The CAM portion of Fusion360 really kicks it up several notches with the tool libraries, and the adaptive machining. Watching it rough out a pocket in aluminum, using a 1/4" endmill, with a depth of cut set at 1/4" is amazing. I did have my hand over the E-Stop button the first couple of times.
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geneb wrote: Wed Mar 20, 2019 8:27 am If you're a veteran, you can get SolidWorks incredibly cheaply (if memory serves, under $100). However, spammy resellers probably don't want you to know that kind of thing. :)
Who need resellers. Have never bought anything from third hands if it's possible to by directly from the developer.
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There's also an offer through the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) to get SolidWorks for something like $40/year.

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