CAMWorks 2026 SP0 for SolidWorks

HCLSoftware has released CAMWorks 2026 SP0 is an intuitive, feature-based CAM software that helps to increase productivity using best-in-class technologies and adaptable automation tools to maximize CNC machining efficiency.

Discontinuation of MS Access Based TechDB
The SQLite based TechDB is the default TechDB format linked to the CAMWorks application at the time of installation/upgradation. In the CAMWorks versions prior to CAMWorks 2026, the other database formats supported were the SQL Server based TechDB and MS Access based TechDB formats. From CAMWorks 2026 version onwards, the only database format other than the default SQLite based TechDB format will be the SQL Server based TechDB format. The MS Access based TechDB can no longer be linked to CAMWorks 2026 and later versions. Once you upgrade your CAMWorks installation to 2026 or any later version, only the SQLite based TechDB or SQL Server based TechDB can be assigned as the default TechDB linked to the application. If the default TechDB previously linked to your CAMWorks installation was an MS Access based TechDB containing customized TechDB data, then you will need to import this data into the SQLite/SQL Server based TechDB once you upgrade to a newer version of the CAMWorks application.


Support for Swiss Lathes in CAMWorks
- Support for Swiss Turn Machines (Multi-Function Lathes) in CAMWorks
Machine Components & Definition, Tool Cribs, and Setup
- Forms to create, edit and save Swiss Lathe/Multi-Function Lathe Machine Definitions within TechDB 6
- Machine Groups Option to sort and classify Mill-Turn/Multi-Function Lathe Machines 8
- Toolcrib Groups Option to sort and classify Mill-Turn Tool Cribs
- Collets as Work Holding Device for Turn and Mill-Turn Machines
- Option to Define Collet Housing Parameters
- Activating Sliding Head Option for a Selected Machine
- Guide Bushings when Machining with Swiss Turn/Multi-Function Lathe Machines
- ’Initial collet rechuck Z’ to indicate distance between Collet and Part Origin
- Support Fixtures In Z Positive Space For Swiss Turn Lathes
- Option to Enable/Disable the Creation of Duplicate Station Numbers in Tool Cribs
- Import and Export Machine Data in TechDB
- Indicating whether a Tool Post/ Turret/ Gang Slide of Swiss-Turn Machines is capable of movement in Z axis
- User-assigned names for Turrets/ Tool posts associated with Mill-Turn/ Swiss Lathes/ Multi-Function Lathes
- Options to Display Default or Custom Names for Turrets/Tool Posts of Mill-Turn/Swiss Turn Machines
Tools
- Cutting Parameters for Turn Inserts Based on Stock Material
- Option to Assign Tool Offset, Compensation IDs, and Tool Shift Parameters
- Spindle Association with Tool Station to Define Work Area
- Option to Create Empty Tool Stations in Tool Cribs and associated Functionalities
- Orientation for Mill Tools in Mill-Turn Tool Cribs
- New Tool Changer Option ‘Slide’ available For All Machine Configurations within TechDB
Operations and Toolpaths
- Segmentation Manager for Turn Operations
- Support for Bar Break Chamfering of the Stock in Turn Toolpaths
- Controlling Z Axis Movement for Toolpaths of Parts programmed for Swiss-Turn Machines
- Associating Sub Spindle operations with other Operations to ensure Auto-Synchronization
- Chip Breaking Functionality for Turn Operations
Simulation and Visualization
- Display of Machine Kinematics during Toolpath Simulation
- Machine Awareness Functionality Support For CNC Machines (Including Swiss Lathes)
- Support for Swiss Turn Machines in CAMWorks Virtual Machine Environment
- Expanded Sync Manager View for CAMWorks Sync Manager
- Providing Visual Feedback on Start Location of Wait Codes within CAMWorks Sync Manager
- Option to Create User Defined Folders under CAMWorks Trees
- Post Processors to generate NC code for Toolpaths Generated on Swiss Turn Machines
- Generation of G-Code for Parts programmed on Swiss-Turn Machines
- CAMWorks Tools Tree view under Tool Cribs Form of Technology Database


CAMWorks for SOLIDWORKS was the first fully integrated computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) solution designed exclusively to operate in SOLIDWORKS and the first to offer knowledge-based, feature recognition, and associative machining capabilities within SOLIDWORKS. CAMWorks uses the same SOLIDWORKS geometry to generate toolpaths to ensure the part you machine is the same part you’ve modeled. Toolpath simulation allows users to compare “as designed” parts to “as machined” parts. The part model-to-toolpath associativity in CAMWorks increases machining productivity and lowers manufacturing costs by eliminating time-consuming CAM system rework due to design updates. CAMWorks eliminates the drudgery of CNC programming with Intelligent Machining through automation. Pioneered by Geometric Technologies, this suite of tools automates the generation of toolpaths based on a knowledge-based database. It eliminates hours of complex programming through Automatic Feature Recognition (AFR) that automatically defines prismatic machinable features, while the TechDBTM (Technology Database) defines machining operations to automatically generate accurate toolpaths at the click of a button. CAMWorks machining modules include: 2½ Axis Mill, 3 Axis Mill, Turning, Mill-Turn with 5 Axis Simultaneous Machining Support, 4/5 Axis Simultaneous Machining, and Wire EDM.

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Owner: HCL Technologies (HCL)
Product Name: CAMWorks
Version: 2026 SP0
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.camworks.com
Languages Supported: multilanguage
System Requirements: Windows *
Software Prerequisites: pre-installed SolidWorks 2025 - 2026
Size: 2.1 Gb