Welcome to the Training Centre. All training resources for SharpCam CAD/CAM software is located on this page. It is recommended that new users start with the Getting Started.pdf document. You will need Adobe Reader to view the tutorials.

Overview and Concepts

Installation, activation and general concepts are covered in this document:

Getting Started.pdf

Gear Housing Tutorial

This comprehensive tutorial shows many aspects of SharpCam. Available in metric or imperial:

Gear Housing Tutorial - Metric.pdf - accompanying drawing

Gear Housing Tutorial - Metric.pdf (Dutch version)

Gear Housing Tutorial - Inch.pdf - accompanying drawing

Videos

Title	Description
Contours	Explains the concept of Contours in SharpCam
Tool Management	Discusses all aspects of managing Tools
Toolpath Side and Direction	Explains how to set the side and direction of a toolpath when profiling
Snapping	Explains the various types of snapping available in SharpCam
Toolbar Customisation	Explains how to configure Toolbars.
Material Stock Definition	Explains how to create Material Stock in readiness for Solid Simulation.

Machine Developer

A detailed explanation of the Machine Developer and Machine Definitions can be found here: Machine Developer Help.pdf

RS232 Communications

Information to help setup RS232 communications with your machine tool can be found online here