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.

Please note that tutorials for SharpCam 3D Pro are planned soon when we launch a new improved site. The current tutorials are still relevant, but do not cover the advanced features found in SharpCam 3D Pro.

Overview and Concepts

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

Getting Started.pdf

Gear Housing Tutorial - SharpCam 2.5D

This comprehensive tutorial shows many aspects of SharpCam 2.5D. 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

Gear Housing Tutorial - SharpCam 3D

This comprehensive tutorial shows how to machine 3D models using 2D strategies. Available in metric or imperial:

Gear Housing Tutorial 3D - Metric.pdf - accompanying Model and drawing

Gear Housing Tutorial 3D - Inch.pdf - accompanying Model and drawing

Gear Housing Tutorial - SharpCam 3D Pro

Coming soon

Videos

Title	Description
2D strategies using 3D models - SharpCam 3D Version 2.0.0 and greater	Overview of machining 3D models using 2D strategies in SharpCam 3D - Version 2.0.0 and greater.
Contours	Explains the concept of Contours in SharpCam
Contours Heights	Explains the concept of Contours Heights in SharpCam 3D - Version 2.0.0 and greater
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